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Lead Practitioner of English

Saint Paul's Catholic High School, Manchester, M23 2YS

This job expired on 27 November 2023 – see similar jobs

• Start date details

  April 2024 or sooner if possible

• Closing date

  27 November 2023 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  8 November 2023

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: No, visa sponsorship not available
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: English
• Working pattern:
  • Full time - Full time teaching
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Between £44,523 and £50,367
• Pay scale: Lead Practitioner Range L1 to L6

What skills and experience we're looking for

The main duties of the role are:

To support the work of the Head of Department in raising the standards of teaching, learning and achievement in the department, with responsibility for curricular content and contribute to the school’s improvement and post-Ofsted action plan, leading specifically on raising the profile of Oracy across the school as a core life skill.

To ensure pupils achieve required progress and the highest standards in levels of work and education, and that pupils act at all times with the highest possible standards in behaviour.

The successful candidate will:

• Be someone with drive and ambition who will challenge and motivate our students You will be a highly dynamic individual who consistently delivers innovative teaching and, where possible, has a proven track record of outstanding progress in external examinations
• Be enthusiastic and motivated with a passion for your subject and an ability to inspire students
• Be committed to delivering high standards of teaching and learning
• Be open to new ideas, committed to working as part of a team, flexible and of course have a good sense of humour
• Be able to adapt and respond appropriately to challenging situations
• Have strong moral and ethical principles and values
• Act with the utmost integrity at all times

What the school offers its staff

We can offer the successful candidate:

• An opportunity to work within a welcoming and enthusiastic environment with wonderful children, supportive staff, governors and parents
• Close links and group support from the other schools in this forward-thinking Catholic multi-academy trust at this exciting time in our development
• An opportunity to be part of a team of dedicated, talented and hardworking individuals
• A true commitment to Continuing Professional Development with access to a library of on-line training courses and fully accredited qualifications and opportunities to access other relevant paid training
• A range of employee benefits which support your well-being that includes:

o A confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is extended to members of your family

o A Health Cash Plan which is paid for by the Trust and gives access to a range of benefits which include covering the costs towards optical, dental, alternative therapy treatments, health screening and discounted gym memberships and a large range of retail discounts. Some benefits are also available to family members

o Flu vaccination clinics

o Eyecare vouchers

Prospective candidates are warmly invited to visit the school and meet with a member of the school’s senior leadership team. Please contact Miss Ridgway (Headteacher’s PA) on 0161 499 0000 or e-mail: headspa@st-paulshigh.net to make arrangements.

Further details about the role

It is not a requirement of this role to be a practising Catholic. Applications are invited from individuals committed to supporting the Catholic ethos of the school.

If you would like to apply for the position, application packs are available from the Trust’s website: www.corpushchristitrust.co.uk/vacancies. You should complete the CES Teacher application form and returned it by e-mail to recruitment@corpuschristitrust.co.uk . You will need to read the notes to applicants, privacy notice, job description and person specification, and disclosure form.

Commitment to safeguarding

Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post will be subject to enhanced DBS and barred list checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The applicant will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.

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Upload additional documents

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CCCAT Advert for Lead Practioner of English.pdf - 242 KB (opens in new tab)

3. The Trust Brochure 2022.pdf - 1.76 MB (opens in new tab)

CCCAT JD&PS for Lead Practitioner of English & Oracy.pdf - 328 KB (opens in new tab)

About Saint Paul's Catholic High School

• School type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 916 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Saint Paul's Catholic High School website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: recruitment@corpuschristitrust.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/saint-paul-s-catholic-high-school (opens in new tab)

“Saint Paul’s is a welcoming and supportive community. Leaders have high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs. Pupils achieve well,” report the Ofsted inspectors who recently visited Saint Paul’s Catholic High School in Wythenshawe. The school has just received a good report following the visit of Ofsted inspectors to the school.

Arranging a visit to Saint Paul's Catholic High School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@corpuschristitrust.co.uk.

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