HEAD OF ENGLISH The Cotswold Academy, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Job description
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly talented, outstanding teacher, who wishes to make a real impact in this “truly exceptional school” where “behaviour is outstanding” (Ofsted).
From September 2020, we are seeking to appoint a highly qualified and creative Head of English to develop a great curriculum that enables all students to make exceptional progress.
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE:
Will be highly motivated to lead and develop the teaching and learning of English whilst working collaboratively with the department to raise standards and expectations
Will have the drive and determination to lead, motivate and develop colleagues whilst being a strong communicator
Will have a proven track record for being able to identify and implement strategies to improve the quality of English teaching for all groups of learners
Will participate fully in the wider life of the school
Essential educational requirements
Undergraduate degree in relevant subject
Essential qualifications
Qualified Teacher Status
Right to Work in the UK
Essential skills and experience
Highly qualified and motivated with a proven track record of being an outstanding teacher
Employee benefits
WE CAN OFFER YOU:
TLR 1 (Negotiable)
The opportunity to lead a strong and dedicated team of highly motivated professionals
Excellent professional development
Enthusiastic, hardworking and responsive students
Employee benefits including an Employee Assistance Scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
About The Cotswold Academy
The Cotswold School based in Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire, is an outstanding, caring secondary comprehensive school. The School is a highly popular, happy and successful 11-18 Academy school set in beautiful, rural surroundings between Cheltenham and Oxford. At the School is an incredible group of staff who do go that extra mile to provide our pupils with an outstanding education. Our values of friendship and knowledge underpin all our activities across a broad spectrum of subjects and extra-curriculum offerings. The Cotswold School has earned a superb reputation, locally and nationally, consistently appearing among the top state schools at both GCSE and A Level for many years In September 2016, The Cotswold School was awarded ‘The Sunday Times Comprehensive School of the Year’ – an award based on A*/A grades at GCSE and A*-B grades at A-Level The Cotswold School has, for the fourth consecutive time, received Outstanding Ofsted across all categories
- Address
- The Avenue, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL54 2BD
- Phase
- Secondary
- Type
- Academy
- Website
- The Cotswold Academy website (opens in a new window)