Teacher of English (Maternity Cover) The Becket School, West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire
Job description
School: The Becket Catholic School
Contract Type: Maternity cover
Contract Term: Part time (0.6 FTE)
Salary: MPR/UPR
Closing Date: Monday 9th December 2019
Job Starts: February 2020
What makes The Becket School special is the real sense of community that you can see and sense as you walk around the school. Each individual child is important to us and our expectation is that all our students will develop and grow as young people as they make their journey as part of our community. The quality of teaching is strong and our staff are talented, caring and dedicated.
Located in the affluent area of West Bridgford just outside of Nottingham, we have an opportunity for an inspiring, enthusiastic and highly motivated classroom practitioner. You will be joining a successful team and we are looking for someone who can contribute to our continued excellent results.
As a Catholic school, we recognise the uniqueness and worth of each individual and that each of us has a valuable role to play in The Becket. Students, staff, families, governors – all work together seeking the very best and giving their best.
Applicants should:
possess QTS
be able to inspire and enthuse students
be committed to achieving excellent results
be able to teach English up to and including A level.
We can offer:
wonderful students who have a passion for learning and deserve the very best
a team of talented and highly committed English teachers
a supportive working environment with excellent facilities
a commitment to outstanding CPD opportunities for all staff through our position as a lead school in the Trust’s Teaching School Alliance
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.
The Becket School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be expected to undertake pre-employment checks which will include a Disclosure and Baring Service check.
Essential educational requirements
Undergraduate Degree
Essential qualifications
Qualified Teacher Status
Essential skills and experience
• be able to inspire and enthuse students
• be committed to achieving excellent results
• be able to teach English up to and including A level.
Employee benefits
Ongoing CPD
Supportive and enthusiastic colleagues
High achieving school
About The Becket School
As a Catholic school we recognise the uniqueness and worth of each individual and that each of us has a valuable role to play in The Becket. Students, staff, families , governors – all work together seeking the very best and giving their best. Each individual child is important to us and our expectation is that all our students will develop and grow as young people as they make their journey as part of our community. What makes The Becket special is the real sense of community that you can see and sense as you walk around the school. There are very good relationships between staff and students and we aim to work in partnership with our parents and families. The quality of teaching is strong and our staff are talented, caring and dedicated. We also have high expectations for all our students and this is one of the main factors behind our excellent reputation both in our local community and beyond into the East Midlands Region.
- Address
- The Becket Way, West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire, NG2 7QY
- Phase
- Secondary
- Type
- Academy
- Website
- The Becket School website (opens in a new window)