Teacher of English
The Hereford Academy, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 7NGThis job expired on 22 April 2024 – see similar jobs
Start date details
September 2024
Closing date
22 April 2024 at 1pm
Date listed
22 March 2024
Job details
Job role
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Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Mainscale/UPS
Teacher of English job summary
The Hereford Church of England Academy is year 11-16 Secondary School located on the edge of the Hereford, close to the beautiful Herefordshire countryside and the Wye Valley AONB. The City of Hereford is growing with a new University, a rapidly developing enterprise zone, new retail & leisure destinations and a thriving independent food & retail sector.
The Hereford Church of England Academy is part of the Diocese of Hereford Multi Academy Trust. The Trust and the school have new leadership and governance and are on a journey to rapidly improve outcomes for students.
The school building is modern with first class facilities, extensive sports provision including a 3G pitch and a dedicated drama & arts studio.
The Academy community is committed to its core values of Aspiration, Care, Trust, Resilience, and Respect. Our vision is to equip all our students to be well-rounded and caring citizens who will make a positive contribution to society. We do this by providing the best possible education and serving the whole community of all faiths and none.
The Academy’s most recent OFSTED inspection stated that the Academy is:
“The school is an attractive, calm and orderly place for pupils to study”
” Pupils trust adults to deal with problems when they arise, including bullying.”
“Leaders have created an ethos of tolerance, respect and understanding throughout the school”
“Pupils, parents and staff say that pupils are safe and well cared for in the school. Inspectors agree.”
Teacher of English
As we continue to improve moving forward out of Requires Improvement we are looking for exciting new teachers to join our established English department. This is due to a rise in student numbers and a desire to add capacity to the department thus allowing us to develop interventions to further improve students life chances.
Successful candidates should be able to demonstrate the capacity to teach whilst also enjoying their subject driving forward improvement in student outcomes at all levels. Applicants will have high aspirations for the students in their care and a passion for improving young people’s life chances.
For the right candidate, the position offers excellent potential for career development and will provide invaluable experience to build a platform for further progression.
As well as excellent communication skills, you must have high expectations of staff and students. You will consistently model excellent practice and have student achievement and progress at the forefront of your practice.
If you can work effectively under pressure and want an exciting opportunity to work in a vibrant school that makes a difference to young people lives– we want to hear from you.
The Trust and school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all shortlisted applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people, in accordance with the DfE’s “Keeping Children Safe in Education”. An enhanced DBS will be required for this role. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the Community.
Please do not attach copies of CV's/qualification certificates. Only the information detailed on the application form will be used as part of the short-listing process. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Hereford Church of England Academy and the Diocese of Hereford Multi Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level, along with other standard pre-employment checks.
Please do not attach copies of CV's/qualification certificates. Only the information detailed on the application form will be used as part of the short-listing process. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
About The Hereford Academy
- School type
- Academy, Christian, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 607 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- The Hereford Academy website (opens in new tab)
Here at the Hereford Church of England Academy we serve the community located to the south of the river Wye in the beautiful city of Hereford. We cater for students aged 11 to 16, striving to provide the best possible education and equip all our students to be well rounded and caring citizens who will make a positive contribution to society.
We are part of the Diocese of Hereford Multi-Academy Trust, which stretches from the foot of Eastnor castle to the Shropshire Hills, from the Welsh border to the threshold of the Malvern Hills. The Trust is a family of 15 wonderful schools which are spread out across the Diocese of Hereford (Herefordshire, South Shropshire and Worcestershire).
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