Teacher of English

Wootton Academy Trust; Wootton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Wootton is seeking an inspirational English teacher committed to high academic standards. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to inspire students and foster an enthusiasm for literature. This permanent role is suitable for both ECTs and experienced teachers, emphasizing the importance of nurturing each student's potential and helping them transition to GCSE studies. The institution boasts a supportive environment with diverse extra-curricular activities.

Qualifications

• Graduate subject knowledge is essential for this teaching role.
• Candidates should have high expectations for student achievement.
• Ability to teach up to Year 11 GCSE and offer an additional subject is required.

Responsibilities

• Inspire students and enhance their enthusiasm for English.
• Nurture each student in becoming well-read and reflective.
• Prepare students for GCSE studies and support their overall learning.

Skills

Graduate subject knowledge

High expectations

Ability to teach up to Year 11 GCSE and offer a second subject

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an inspirational teacher committed to high academic standards who can communicate to young people an enthusiasm for English.

Department Context

We are looking to appoint a suitably qualified English teacher to join a dynamic and supportive department. The post is permanent, full-time or part time and would be suitable for either an ECT or an experienced teacher. The successful candidate would be expected to have a passion for learning and teaching, together with the skills to inspire and motivate our students to achieve the very best they can and is dedicated to their own professional development.

Our department's aim is to nurture each individual student, introducing them to the greatest literature, poetry and more, and building their knowledge and confidence. We want our young people to become well‑read, reflective readers and effective communicators, developing the cultural capital needed for a richer life. We also have a track record of great exam success too!

English is a high‑profile subject at Wootton, and our team delights in the variety our subject offers and the opportunities it affords to explore ideas, emotions and language in a creative context. We are fortunate to mentor trainees within the department and are proud that many permanent members of staff applied for their positions following a successful training placement.

We enjoy positive relationships with our students who are responsive and enthusiastic in their learning within the department. When students arrive in Wootton, we work to encourage exploration of English as a valuable subject in its own right, and also to prepare them for the transition to GCSE study and beyond. We also benefit from teaching the subject at a school that has put reading at the heart of everything, and the supporting processes in place to help every student become a fluent, confident and effective reader.

We run extra‑curricular activities in the form of theatre trips, public speaking and debating competitions, whilst also providing individual support to pupils who need extra help to achieve their potential.

Key Qualifications

• Graduate subject knowledge
• High expectations
• Ability to teach up to Year 11 GCSE and offer a second subject

Legal and Equality Statements

Wootton Academy Trust is committed to diversity in our workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

The role is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.