Teacher of English (Year 7) and Key Stage 3 Phonics Coordinator

Contract Type: Full Time (Part Time may be considered for the right candidate)

Contract Term Permanent

Salary: MPS/UPS

Posted: Wednesday 27th March 2024

Closing Date: Wednesday 17th April 2024, 9am

Job Starts: September 2024

Interview Date: Thursday 25th April 2024

The school reserves the right to interview and appoint this position ahead of any advertised application closing date, should an appropriate candidate be found. Therefore, it is advisable to submit applications as early as possible.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Teacher of English. The appointed person will be teaching whole classes of Year 7 English and leading small phonics intervention groups across the relevant year groups. By applying for this exciting post the chosen applicant will join a successful and supportive team in a well-established department that provides a well-planned and fully resourced curriculum. This post provides an excellent opportunity for more experienced teachers including KS2 teachers who would like to make the transition into Secondary. This is an exciting chance to have an impact on planning for that transition through leading this area of the curriculum and establishing a strong phonics intervention programme. The appointed person will be required to teach English at Year 7 and all ability ranges. We have a range of departmental initiatives which provide opportunities for the right candidate to cultivate their creative capabilities.

The school and its community are committed to providing high quality teaching and learning for all students and the post represents an ideal opportunity to work in a happy, friendly and positive environment. We offer an excellent induction and support programme for new teachers.

Employee benefits we offer include, but are not limited to:

-         Competitive salaries and pay progression

-         Generous Pension Scheme

-         Excellent transport links

-         Employee Assistance Programme

-         Interest free loans for relocation costs

-         Interest free loans for season ticket costs for TFL/trains

-         Cycle to work scheme

-         Contribution to Flu Jabs annually

-         Contribution to standard eye care tests

-         Employee referral scheme

Rooks Heath School is part of Tithe Academy, a Multi Academy Trust and sponsors a local primary school. Our schools work together to drive up standards across the MAT. We offer excellent CPD opportunities and potential for career progression.

Tithe Academy is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The recruitment of the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and registration with the update service.

If you think you are suited to the position and you are interested in joining the team, an application form is available to download from the school’s website: www.rooksheath.harrow.sch.uk. Only applications submitted on the school’s application form will be considered. Please send completed applications to recruitment@rooksheath.harrow.sch.uk. Please use this email address if you wish to contact the HR team for an application pack to be sent out. If you have any questions related to this post, please do not hesitate to contact the HR team via email and leave a contact number so that we can give you a call back.