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Teacher of English

Bridgewater High School, Warrington, Cheshire, WA4 3AE

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Start date details
September 2024
Closing date
3 May 2024 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
23 April 2024

Job details

Job role: Teacher
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Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject: English
Working pattern: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Pay scale: M1 to UPS3 (£30,000 to £46,524)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you a passionate English educator looking for an opportunity to thrive in a supportive and innovative learning environment? Bridgewater High School is actively seeking a dedicated and dynamic English Teacher, to join our vibrant educational team.

This role involves teaching English to KS3 and KS4 students, beginning September 2024.

Why Our English Department Stands Out?

Enhanced Support

The English Faculty comprises of a dedicated, good-humoured, creative, and talented team of professionals. Currently, Faculty staffing consists of eleven full time teachers, including colleagues who are Heads of Year and a member of the Leadership Group. All students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 have seven English lessons per fortnight. Over the past few years, a combination of retirements, promotions and school expansion have allowed for new recruitment to take place so that the Faculty profile presents a healthy mixture of experience and innovation.

We follow the Eduqas GCSE specifications for both English Language and English Literature. Results at GCSE are strong with the 2023 English Progress 8 being 0.67. In 2023, pupils achieving grades 9 to 4 in English Language was 90%, with 28% achieving grades 7 to 9. English Literature stood at 91% grades 9 to 4 with 37% of students achieving grades 7 to 9.

Reduced Contact Time

We understand the importance of work-life balance and the need for teachers to have time for planning, preparation, and professional development. That's why we offer reduced contact time for our teachers, ensuring you have ample opportunity to develop engaging lessons and grow professionally.

Who We're Looking For:

A teacher who prioritises their students' learning and well-being.

Someone committed to maintaining excellence in teaching standards and personal ethics.

A professional who values honesty, integrity, and possesses strong subject knowledge.

A lifelong learner, always seeking to update their teaching skills and knowledge.

An individual skilled in building positive relationships with colleagues, parents, and the broader school community.

Experience Requirements:

Familiarity with the English National Curriculum.

A track record of effective teaching at Key Stages 3 and 4.

Experience in delivering English courses up to the GCSE level.

Qualifications:

A degree in a relevant field.

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

What the school offers its staff

At The Challenge Academy Trust, we are building a culture that champions better work and working lives across the Trust; a framework to support and develop our workforce from ‘hire to retire’.

We are committed to providing a workload that is fair and reasonable, work environment where employee health and wellbeing are actively supported and promoted and structured personal and professional development.

We promote a balanced workload and a supportive work environment focused on wellbeing.

Opportunities for continuous personal and professional development through "Education Connect" and resources from the National College.

Benefits include complimentary tea/coffee, participation in pension schemes, Occupational Sick Pay Scheme, access to TCAT+ for discounts and wellbeing resources, and more.

Commitment to safeguarding, equal opportunities, and a culture of inclusivity and fairness.

Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) are encouraged to apply.

The Challenge Academy Trust is committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer, and our employment policies, procedures and practices are regularly reviewed to ensure compliance with legislation. We are committed to creating a workplace culture that is inclusive, positive, and fair with opportunity for all.

For more information or to apply, please contact us or visit our website: www.bridgewaterhigh.com.

Application Deadline: Friday 3rd May at 12 Noon

Join us at The Challenge Academy Trust and contribute to an environment that supports better work and working lives, fostering a culture of development, safety, and equality.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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