English Teacher

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work / life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job Title : English Teacher

Location : Glebedale School, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 3AY

Salary : Up to £45,000 per annum depending on experience (not pro rata)

Hours : 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract : Permanent, Term Time Only

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for an English Teacher to join our close-knit team at Glebedale School located in Stoke-on-Trent.

About The Role

To secure high quality teaching, effective use of resources and improve standards of learning and achievement for all pupils. Improve the quality of pupils’ learning in English and to contribute to the development and / or implementation of English policy and procedure. Have lead responsibility for English across the secondary school and develop plans which identify clear targets and success criteria for its development and / or maintenance and in consultation with the Headteacher / Deputy Headteacher undertake other identified areas of responsibility as necessary to ensure effective delivery of the school’s curriculum.

General Responsibilities

• Safeguard and promote the welfare of pupils and young people;
• Work in accordance with professional practice, statutory and legal requirements and the policies of Glebedale School;
• Take responsibility for specific areas of work which will be reviewed annually then negotiated and agreed within the performance management cycle and school improvement process;
• Support all staff in achieving the priorities and targets of the school improvement plan and monitor the progress of those which relate to English;
• Set appropriate and achievable expectations and targets for pupils;
• Ensure that parent / carers are well informed about the curriculum, targets, pupil’s progress and attainment in English across the whole school.

Knowledge and Understanding

Requirement

About Us

Glebedale School is a special needs school providing education for pupils aged 7 years and upwards. We focus on therapy, education, and personal development to help pupils grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Rated “Good” in our last Ofsted in December 2022, we serve 30 pupils from Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, and Cheshire. Part of Acorn Education and Outcomes First Group, we offer a supportive environment with opportunities for career development.

Why Join Acorn Education?

Benefits include Life Assurance, Pension schemes, mental health support, and access to Vista, our flexible benefits platform offering health, wellbeing, insurance benefits, discounts, Cycle to Work, Electric Car schemes, and more. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people, with all applicants subject to enhanced DBS checks.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, subject to successful probation. Outcomes First Group is dedicated to fair recruitment and safeguarding standards.

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