English Teacher
ECT’s accepted
Full Time / Permanent
Hertfordshire
31,650 - £49,084
April or September Start
General duties (Classroom Teacher)
In addition to meeting the Teachers’ Standards, you are expected to :
Take an appropriate share of the responsibilities attaching to teachers generally within the school outlined in the Academia in connection with the teaching of pupils, the preparation and marking of their work and the promotion of their progress and welfare.
Further duties related to the role of the English Teacher :
- To follow examination syllabuses (AQA at GCSE; OCR at A Level) and schemes of work for each teaching group, keeping up to date with new changes to exams and texts.
- To collaborate with other members of the department to support teaching and learning at all relevant Key Stages.
- To mark students’ work on regular basis and ensure that it is consistent with departmental and school assessment policy.
- To share good practice with other members of the department, collaborating with resources where-ever possible.
- To use data to monitor progress of students.
- To contribute to extra-curricular activities run by the department.
Person Specification :
Person Specification Essential :
Qualified to degree levelQualified Teacher Status (in a relevant subject)Successful experience of teaching English across Key Stage 3, 4 and 5Evidence of at least good teaching leading to high attainment and progressEvidence of relevant subject-based CPDUnderstanding of the use of assessment to inform planning and improve student performanceAbility to set consistently high expectations for all students through class work, homework and enrichmentCommitment to enrichment and extra-curricular provision, in the development of studentsAbility to work effectively in a teamExcellent communication skillsAbility to engage, enthuse and motivate studentsAbility to organise, plan and prioritise effectivelyEnthusiasm, drive and love of learningFlexibility, adaptability and creativity.We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.
The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.
This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.
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English Teacher – April or September start – Hertfordshire