Teacher of English
Thornhill Academy, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR2 7NAThis job expired on 18 May 2022 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2022
Closing date
18 May 2022 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
10 May 2022
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- MPS/UPS
Teacher of English job summary
Are you passionate about English and determined to make a real difference? We are seeking to appoint a committed and inspirational Teacher of English who is able to obtain the best outcomes for their pupils
We are looking for someone who is passionate about their subject and determined to impart knowledge, skills and understanding to all our young people, whilst exciting and engaging them in their learning. Candidates will have the drive and motivation to continually improve the department, whilst understanding the importance of developing a positive culture.
We are looking for:
• An inclusive individual, with high expectations of their students, who is committed to maximising rates of progress and has innovative curriculum ideas to support all pupils
• Someone with a sense of humour, who understands the importance of developing a positive culture in our organisation.
If you feel you share our values, have the vision and drive for excellence and want to be part of an enthusiastic and dedicated team, committed to ensuring that students fulfil their potential, then we would like to hear from you.
The successful candidate will present the best possible example of professional standards to colleagues.
To apply please download and complete the attached application form. Please note we do not accept CV’s. We ask that all completed application forms are sent to david.gilboydodds@consilium-at.com
Please ensure that within your application you provide the names, addresses, and contact details for two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer.
The closing date for applications is Thursday 19th May 2022 @ 12pm
If you wish to visit the school, please contact David.gilboydodds@consilium-at.com
Interviews will take place week commencing Monday 23rd May 2022
Consilium Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.
The Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, the Public Sector fluency duty requires state funded schools to ensure candidates for their customer facing roles have the necessary standard of spoken English.
Please note: If you have not been contacted within one week of the closing date please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We are unable to provide feedback on individual applications. Applications received after the closing time stated will not be considered.
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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About Thornhill Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 596 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Thornhill Academy website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- David.gilboydodds@consilium-at.com
Thornhill Academy is an 11 to 16 secondary academy, with 574 students and occupies a large site in close proximity to Sunderland City Centre. Thornhill offers students and staff rewarding and deeply engaging experiences and supports them on their journey to become inspirational and reflective practitioners, improving life for all in our community.
At Thornhill we take pride in developing each individual pupil to achieve their potential and make a positive contribution to society. We provide a safe, happy, and nurturing environment in which we challenge all to strive for personal accomplishment.
Our Aims are to create an environment in which all take responsibility for their actions, behaviour, and learning, relishing challenges and learning from failures. We want to create a safe, supportive, and happy working environment in which diversity is celebrated and pupils and staff thrive.
Thornhill Academy is a fantastic school and I believe it is our job to develop a lifelong passion for learning through high quality teaching which fosters curiosity and promotes independence. We are committed to recognising and developing the whole child: physically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually, creating active and responsible citizens who lead a successful and fulfilling life.
Our young people tell us they are very happy here and we work closely with parents and carers to ensure a successful experience for all.
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