Lead for English
St Mary's Church of England High School (VA), Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire, EN7 5FBThis job expired on 18 January 2021 – see similar jobs
Job start date
12 April 2021
Closing date
18 January 2021 at 9am
Date listed
26 December 2020
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time
Full-time equivalent salary
- MPS/UPS
Additional allowances
plus TLR2c or 1b depending on experience
Lead for English job summary
We are looking for the inspirational candidate who will lead the subject of English and the team. This role will focus on strengthening the good foundations that are in place to take the school to the next level. The successful applicant will lead the English Team in developing and delivering the curriculum, as well as support the development of teaching and learning in this experienced, strong and willing team. You will also play a significant part, as a leader in supporting the development of the school’s culture and climate.
Applicants do not need to be practising Christians, but would be expected to uphold our Christian principles of trust, forgiveness, compassion, thankfulness, friendship and love, as well as our vision where, ‘Through God’s love, we are the rich soil where seeds flourish and roots grow’.
In line with this vision, we are committed to developing you in the role, both in the short term through a supportive induction programme, and in the long term through Leadership CPD (e.g. NPQML or NPQSL).
Your key responsibilities will be to provide:
Innovation in curriculum, teaching and learning in your area
Support the strategic leadership of the teaching and learning area
Support for the strategic improvement of the whole school
Contributions to the Strategic Planning Group
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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About St Mary's Church of England High School (VA)
- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 1092 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- recruit@st-maryshigh.herts.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01992 629124
We believe everyone is equal, everyone deserves the best.
Are you seeking an opportunity to play a major role in developing teaching, learning and curriculum in a dynamic school? If so, St Mary’s CE High School is looking for an inspiring Subject Lead with responsibility for English to join us from the start of the Summer Term 2021.
St Mary’s CE High School is committed to providing a safe and caring learning environment, founded on our Christian principles. We continue to develop an excellent standard of education for all students, allowing everyone to achieve their full potential regardless of ability or background in a safe and inspiring community.
‘Pupils told us they like to learn. Sixth-form students are confident and mature young adults. Pupils are confident in their future plans. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.’
Ofsted September 2019
St Mary’s CE High School is one of three church secondary schools in Hertfordshire, all of which are within the Diocese of St Albans. The school is well recognised in the local community for its high-quality provision and outstanding inclusion agenda.
“An exceptionally inclusive and caring community”
SIAMS January 2020
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