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Teacher of English

Humphry Davy School, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 2TG

This job expired on 22 March 2023

• Job start date

  1 September 2023

• Closing date

  22 March 2023 at 9am

• Date listed

  7 March 2023

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: No, visa sponsorship not available
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: English
• Working pattern:
  • Full time - FTE 1.0
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS1 - UPR3

What skills and experience we're looking for

Required from 1st September 2023, a dynamic and well qualified teacher of English who can motivate, engage and inspire students through their passion for English, creative teaching, presence and personality. You will be joining an experienced and dynamic team who have a clear vision to ensure all students reach their true potential.

What the school offers its staff

This is an exciting opportunity to join our popular and expanding school in beautiful West Cornwall, committed to ensuring the highest quality of education for all our students. Ofsted (Short Inspection November 2016) judged the school as ‘good’ and stated, “Across the school we found that pupils were very keen to learn. Pupils we spoke with enjoy coming to school and feel that they are making good progress. Pupils are well-mannered and keen to tell visitors how good the school is and how it keeps them safe”. A more recent visit in July 2022 by the LA education effectiveness team highlighted how staff create a positive atmosphere and inclusive ethos, leading to all students having a sense of belonging to the Humphry Davy Community.

Further details about the role

Teacher of English

MPS1 – UPR3 FTE: 1.0Permanent

We value our long-standing and well-deserved reputation for a cooperative and inclusive ethos which encourages, supports and develops students of all abilities. Our staff are recognised as sharing this strong commitment to raising standards, and there are plenty of opportunities to get involved beyond your core responsibilities if you so choose.

Applications are welcome from both NQTs and other teachers looking to broaden their experience who share our vision to create an inspiring and vibrant place for learning which enriches, and is a valued part of the Penzance community. The applicant appointed can be assured of our full support in their further professional and career development.

If you have the energy, drive and inspiration, we look forward to hearing from you.

For further details, including application form, please visit our school website www.humphry-davy.cornwall.sch.uk

Closing date: 22nd March 2023

Provisional Interview Date 27th March 2023

Commitment to safeguarding

Humphry Davy School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to pre employment checks which include applying for an enhanced DBS disclosure.

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JD - Teacher.doc - 209 KB (opens in new tab)

Welcome to the English Faculty.doc - 39 KB (opens in new tab)

Teaching Post Application Form.docx - 134 KB (opens in new tab)

PS - Teacher English.doc - 50.5 KB (opens in new tab)

About Humphry Davy School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 809 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Humphry Davy School website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: GArmstrong@humphry-davy.cornwall.sch.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/humphry-davy-school (opens in new tab)

Humphry Davy School is situated in beautiful West Cornwall and is committed to ensuring the highest quality of education for all our students. Ofsted (Short Inspection November 2016) judged the school as ‘good’ and stated, “Across the school we found that pupils were very keen to learn. Pupils we spoke with enjoy coming to school and feel that they are making good progress. Pupils are well-mannered and keen to tell visitors how good the school is and how it keeps them safe”. A more recent visit in July 2022 by the LA education effectiveness team highlighted how staff create a positive atmosphere and inclusive ethos, leading to all students having a sense of belonging to the Humphry Davy Community. We look forward to the publication of the most recent report, following inspection in May 2023

Arranging a visit to Humphry Davy School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email GArmstrong@humphry-davy.cornwall.sch.uk.

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