Teacher of English
The Beacon School, Banstead, Surrey, SM7 1AGThis job expired on 10 November 2024 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 January 2025
Closing date
10 November 2024 at 11:59pm
Date listed
25 October 2024
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time, part time: Full Time / Permanent. (Part Time / Permanent considered)
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- GM1 £31,350 - GM6 £42,689 FTE Fringe
Pay scale
- GLF Main Pay Range
What skills and experience we're looking for
We have an exciting vacancy for a passionate and dedicated, Teacher of English to join our English Faculty at The Beacon School. We are looking for an inspirational teacher with the ability to create a nurturing learning environment. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of our school.
Your opportunity:
This is an exciting opportunity to join our vibrant, experienced and supportive English Department. The faculty has a collaborative approach to development, valuing each other's skills, interests and experiences as well as working alongside other colleagues within the school and the wider Trust.
As an English Teacher at the Beacon School, you'll have the opportunity to inspire a love for language and literature in our students, embedded within a positive learning environment where they can flourish. We are part of an organisation that embraces flexible working arrangements, and we invite applications from those interested in both full-time and part-time positions.
What we are looking for:
As a Teacher of English you will be:
- Passionate about English.
- A pro-active member of the team with a can-do approach.
- Flexible and committed.
- Passionate about the students’ learning and welfare.
- Keen to be part of the wider school community.
- Have the ability to develop strong relationships with students.
What the school offers its staff
About The Beacon School
The Beacon School is part of the thriving GLF Schools Multi-Academy Trust. We proudly serve our local community, our core purpose is to strive for exceptional student progress and well-being. Our teaching staff are well-supported in developing an outstanding curriculum alongside a broad range of enrichment and extra-curricular opportunities.
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.
- A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
- Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
- 42 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
- We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
- Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
GLF Schools Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
- Access to our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme
- Flexible working options
- Generous holiday allowance
- Work life and family friendly policies
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
- Access to a staff benefits portal
- Community and collaboration working model
Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.
The Details
Start Date: 1 January 2025
Pay Scale: GLF Main Pay Range (GM1 £31,350 - GM6 £42,689 FTE Fringe)
Contract type: Full Time / Permanent. (Part Time / Permanent considered)
Closing Date: 12 midnight on 10 November 2024
Interview date: 1 week after closing date
Contact: For an informal discussion about the post, please contact James Grant Duff, Head of School.
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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If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About The Beacon School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1135 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- The Beacon School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- k.sullivan@glfschools.org
- Phone number
- 020 8716 4987
The Beacon School is part of the thriving GLF Schools Multi-Academy Trust, dedicated to serving our local community. Our core purpose is to ensure exceptional student progress and well-being, and as a member of our teaching staff, you will be supported in achieving this goal. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of an outstanding curriculum, working alongside our team to create engaging and innovative learning experiences. In addition to your teaching responsibilities, you'll have access to a broad range of enrichment and extra-curricular activities, allowing you to inspire students beyond the classroom.
At The Beacon School, we believe in the importance of staff well being and professional development. You'll join a strong and supportive staff body with numerous opportunities for collaboration and growth. Our school culture emphasises teamwork and camaraderie with regular staff social events fostering a sense of community.
Upon joining the Beacon School, you will:
Join an exceptionally warm and welcoming team of staff.
Teach students who want to learn.
Be supported by a highly experienced team in the Faculty.
Have access to an excellent programme of CPD.
Have the opportunity to be coached and/or become a coach.
Be able to collaborate and develop your career alongside other colleagues from across the 42 GLF Schools.
Receive a laptop and the use of IRIS technology to help you shape your teaching.
Have recognition of previous school continuous service.
Arranging a visit to The Beacon School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email k.sullivan@glfschools.org.
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