Lead Teacher in English
Newcastle Academy, Newcastle Under Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 2QSThis job expired on 7 October 2024 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 January 2025
Closing date
7 October 2024 at 9am
Date listed
1 October 2024
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Mathematics
Working pattern
- Full time: Monday to Friday, 1265 hours per year as per Teacher's Pay & Conditions
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- L1 - L5
What skills and experience we're looking for
We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Teacher in English to join our school. The successful candidate will be passionate in making a difference for our children. We are looking to recruit a colleague with both the commitment and relevant skills to embody our culture, enthuse students, and help to raise standards throughout the school. The successful candidate will join the school at an exciting time. Having been judged as ‘Good’ by Ofsted in November 2023, we are eager to continue on our school improvement journey – and we look forward to having you on this journey.
The successful candidate will:
provide high quality teaching so that all students make exceptional progress
be an outstanding, passionate and highly motivated teacher
provide high quality data analysis and action planning
What the school offers its staff
Newcastle Academy is an academy where we all strive for excellence. We have a real sense of community, and being part of the community is incredibly important to us. As part of our school improvement journey, we have clear plans to ensure that outcomes continue to improve, and we are pleased that GCSE outcomes in Summer 2022 and 2023 far exceeded outcomes in Summer 2019 (pre-Covid). Our team approach is evident in everything that we do, and this has been a key factor in securing school improvement in recent years. Furthermore, Newcastle Academy is part of the Windsor Academy Trust where the support, guidance and cross-school work is of a high quality.
We firmly believe in the importance of all of our students achieving a Quality First Education, which in turn enables our students to believe that they can achieve whatever they want to with hard work, determination and self-motivation.
Further details about the role
You will be an excellent teacher in your own right. You will also be open to development and coaching for not only yourself but to develop those around you.
The successful candidate must be dedicated, hardworking, creative and have a positive outlook. Through Windsor Academy Trust the professional development opportunities are outstanding, and we work hard to nurture our staff and support their career ambitions.
The value of being part of our team should not be underestimated, joining Newcastle Academy will mean that you will be part of a supportive and dedicated group of staff who will invest in your professional development. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your abilities and knowledge whilst working in a supportive environment in conjunction with other very dedicated and professional staff.
If you wish to visit the Academy or speak to the Headteacher please contact Sarah Rowell, People Partner - North Staffs & Stoke on 01782 973017 or srowell@windsoracademytrust.org.uk
Commitment to safeguarding
Windsor Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check applies to all roles within our Trust.
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, please be aware that online searches of shortlisted candidates may take place as part of our due diligence processes.
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About Newcastle Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 412 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Newcastle Academy website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- srowell@windsoracademytrust.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01782973017
Newcastle Academy is part of Windsor Academy Trust, a multi academy trust based in Newcastle under Lyme. Newcastle Academy is an education provider for students aged 11 - 16 years old.
Windsor Academy Trust is a strong and growing regional family of 15 schools, both primary and secondary, who work collaboratively to unlock the academic and personal potential of nearly 10,000 students.
Arranging a visit to Newcastle Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email srowell@windsoracademytrust.org.uk.
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