Teacher of English

Bobby Moore Academy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,317 - 62,496; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers Pension

CPD including Senior Leader Courses

Flexible working patterns

Health and wellbeing programme

Awards and recognition

Job summary

Bobby Moore Academy in London is seeking an outstanding English teacher to deliver the English curriculum across Years 7–13 and to contribute to a rich, challenging curriculum in line with the department and whole‑school vision. The successful candidate will be a model of professionalism and a dynamic team player.

Located on two iconic sites by the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, the school offers excellent facilities, strong partnerships and a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status with evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Excellent classroom practitioner with high standards in English.
• Experience in high-performing contexts and raising attainment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver English across Years 7–13 and contribute to a challenging curriculum.
• Support the development of teaching and learning aligned with school vision.
• Be a professional, dynamic team player and outstanding classroom practitioner.
• Participate in departmental and whole-school curriculum initiatives.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status

English teaching

Classroom management

Professional development

Education

Honours degree in a relevant subject

Job description

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our scholars benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

To deliver our English curriculum across Years 7-13, and to support the development of a rich and challenging curriculum. Alongside this, to contribute to the development of teaching and learning across the English team in alignment with the departmental and whole-school curriculum vision. The successful candidate will be a model of professionalism, a dynamic team player and an outstanding practitioner in the classroom

Bobby Moore Academy is an all through school, providing a world-class education for the children of east London. A school characterised by ambition and drive it is transformational in its impact on their life chances.

We are situated across two iconic sites on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Taking full advantage of our location, we are building partnerships with the new East Bank development, including the BBC, UCL, V&A East which is bringing incredible opportunities to the young people of East London.

Since the school was founded in 2017, we have set ambitious academic standards backed up by exciting enrichment opportunities, whilst nurturing and caring for the wellbeing of every child. At capacity, our two sites accommodate over 1500 scholars, including a Sixth Form.

Built on the legacy of the 2012 London Olympic and Paralympic Games we enjoy world beating facilities including a competition standard 400m running track, full size football pitch and field events space, Astro-turf pitch, and state of the art classrooms and school buildings. Taking leadership inspiration from our namesake and the 1966 World Cup winning team we are inspired to generate transformational change for the young people in our care

Salary & Benefit

. Salary M1 (Inner) to UPS3 (Inner) dependent on experience, £40,317.00 - £62,496.00

Access to Teachers Pension Scheme

CPD including Senior Leader and Knowledge Development Courses

Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education

Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

Awards and Recognition Scheme

Flexible working patterns

Benefits Platform - holiday discounts; cinema tickets; restaurant booking discounts; Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

Qualified Teacher Status with a good honours degree in a relevant subject and evidence of ongoing professional development

Excellent classroom practitioner with demonstrable experience of raising standards and experience of successful delivery of the English curriculum

Experience of working in high-performing contexts, helping scholars to overcome significant barriers to learning

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 36 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with \"Keeping Children Safe in Education\" statutory guidance.