Teacher of English with Subject responsibility

Prospere Learning Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD for all roles

Health Plan

Generous Pension

Cycle scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card

Flexible working

Mental Health First Aid

Credit Union

Bereavement leave

Job summary

CHS South, part of Prospere Learning Trust, is seeking an enthusiastic English Teacher to inspire learners and uphold high standards of teaching. You will deliver engaging lessons, support students of diverse abilities, and contribute to the English curriculum across the school.

The role requires commitment to safeguarding, collaborative planning with colleagues, and participation in enrichment activities to broaden students' experiences.

Qualifications

• Must hold Qualified Teacher Status and teach English to a diverse range of pupils.
• Commitment to professional standards and ongoing development.
• Experience delivering high-quality English across key stages desirable.

Responsibilities

• Promote academic progress and well-being for all students.
• Plan and deliver high-quality inclusive English lessons.
• Contribute to ambitious English curriculum development.
• Assess progress and implement timely interventions.
• Collaborate with the English team to support school priorities.
• Reflect on practice and pursue professional development.
• Support examinations and curriculum improvements.
• Engage in meetings and enrichment activities.
• Build positive relationships with students, parents and external partners.

Skills

English teaching

Subject knowledge

Inclusive practice

Collaboration

Behaviour expectations

Curriculum development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (UK)

English degree

Job description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Teacher of English to join our fantastic team at CHS South. At CHS South pupils flourish, our committed and ambitious leaders and staff strive for high achievement for all and prepare students for life beyond the classroom. Pupils are proud to belong and contribute to a high achieving and caring community, where difference is welcomed and diversity is celebrated. This creates a calm and purposeful atmosphere, where pupils feel safe to be themselves. Pupils know that adults will not give up on them and encourage them to strive relentlessly to meet the high expectations that they are surrounded by. Pupils treat each other with respect and are skilfully supported by adults who know them well. Pupils, including those who are disadvantaged or have additional barriers to their learning, achieve highly. They enjoy a broad and rich curriculum and benefit from a consistently high standard of teaching across subjects.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic, committed and reflective classroom practitioner who:

• Has a passion for teaching English and securing excellent outcomes for all students
• Demonstrates strong subject knowledge and the ability to inspire curiosity and enthusiasm
• Is committed to inclusive practice and raising achievement across all ability ranges
• Works collaboratively with colleagues to develop high-quality teaching and learning
• Has high expectations of student behaviour, engagement and achievement
• Is keen to contribute to the wider life of the school and the ongoing development of the curriculum
• Teaching terms, MPS-UPS Plus TLR 2.1 (£3,527), to start once all pre-employment checks are complete.

Main Purpose Of The Job

The post holder is required to fulfill the professional responsibilities common to all classroom teachers, as outlined in the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document. The post holder will meet the Professional Standards for Teachers appropriate to their career stage and exercise professional judgement in carrying out their duties collaboratively. The key purpose of the role is to secure high standards of teaching, learning and achievement in English, ensuring that all students make strong progress and are supported to reach their full potential. The post holder is accountable to the Curriculum Leader, Senior Leader, and ultimately the Headteacher.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote the academic progress, wellbeing and positive behaviour of all students
• Plan and deliver high-quality, inclusive lessons across English
• Contribute to the development of an ambitious English curriculum
• Assess, monitor and report on progress, implementing timely interventions
• Work collaboratively within the English team to support the school’s vision
• Reflect on and improve practice through professional development and shared expertise
• Support curriculum development, examinations and school improvement priorities
• Participate in meetings, duties and enrichment activities as required
• Build positive relationships with students, parents/carers and external partners

All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.

Working for Prospere Learning Trust

Great schools thrive because of the great people in them.

• High quality CPD for all roles
• Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of everyday health care expenses
• Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and 15% for support staff
• Good holidays teachers as per School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document; non-teachers receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service
• Cyclescheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free
• Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines
• Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans
• Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible
• Mental Health First Aid in every school
• Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more
• bYond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases

CHS South

CHS South is a 11-16 eight-form entry, mixed, comprehensive school opened in conjunction with Chorlton High School in 2018. Our school provides a full capacity of 1200 in our brand-new building which opened in September 2021.

We provide an education built on the values of offering every young person we encounter the skills needed to craft a creative, happy, and successful future. We ensure the young people at CHS South have access to a broad and forward-thinking enrichment curriculum. We are well positioned to offer a diverse and engaging sports curriculum through our fantastic relationships with the vast array of sports providers in our community. Furthermore, our expertise and understanding of the creative arts, ensures our young people are provided with the opportunities to develop and hone their skills to become the next generation of creative trailblazers.

We received our first Ofsted inspection in January 2023 and were graded as ‘good’ in all areas.

“CHS South is a welcoming and supportive community. Pupils are proud of their school. Pupils understand the school values of ‘ready, respectful, safe’, and they try hard to follow them in all that they do.”

Safeguarding Commitment

All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Equality Statement

Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.