Are you an experienced and passionate English Teacher looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking an ambitious and aspirant Key Stage 4 Leader of English to join our dynamic English team to make an impact on the performance and outcomes of all students.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate, motivated and innovative Key Stage Leader of English to join us at Tor Bridge High. We are looking for an talented teacher with a proven record of success as a classroom leader who has the desire to make a difference to students lives by improving English outcomes for students at Tor Bridge High.
You will be fully supported by the Curriculum Leader and Senior Leadership Team. Our outstanding staff and students make us a great place to work. When you join us, you will be supported and developed through our extensive CPD programme and given effective PPA allocation to allow for a better work/life balance. Working in our school and the wider Ted Wragg Trust will provide a wealth of opportunities to include excellent career progression options. Regardless of your experience or level of responsibility you will have a range of exciting opportunities to ensure you are improving your craft growing as a leader.
Tor Bridge High is a truly inclusive environment where staff believe our students deserve every opportunity to succeed in a warm and compassionate environment, built on foundation of equity, predictability and consistency in our classrooms. We are looking for staff to join our team who are passionate about improving students’ life chances and capable of contributing to a highly effective and supportive teaching team and our extensive enrichment programme.
Key Responsibilities:
To plan and implement an outstanding and ambitious KS4 English curriculum which meets the needs of all students.
Lead and inspire a team of specialist English teachers to deliver consistently outstanding teaching at KS4 and performance at KS4.
Develop innovative teaching strategies to enhance student engagement and achievement.
To set, monitor and evaluate student progress in KS4 public examinations to make measurable contribution to whole school performance.
Support colleagues in implementing effective assessment and feedback practices
Collaborate with departmental leaders to drive continuous improvement in teaching and learning to develop all teachers so that they can deliver consistently excellent outcomes.
To take ownership and accountability for the raising attainment strategies at KS4.
To engage all subject staff in the creation, consistent implementation and ongoing improvement of schemes of learning.
To ensure all students achieve success in English.
Requirements:
Qualified teacher status (QTS) and a proven track record of excellent classroom practice
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and support colleagues
A deep understanding of the English curriculum and assessment requirements
Commitment to ongoing professional development and sharing best practices with peers.
Outward looking and collaborative to explore excellence and proven strategies for success n English.
All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.
Tor Bridge High is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.