Teacher of English + Second Subject
Hope High School, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 9DPThis job expired on 19 March 2021 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2021
Closing date
19 March 2021 at 9am
Date listed
26 February 2021
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- MPS/UPS + 1 SEN Point
Additional allowances
An enthusiastic and driven team of teachers and support staff
Ongoing professional development of the highest standard.
Outstanding support and training for colleagues new to the profession
Wider school involvement
A strong support network both within the school and within a larger teaching network
Free onsite Parking
Free onsite gym for staff
Own Teacher Laptop
A fantastic working environment and wealth of resources including full access to ICT
Teacher of English + Second Subject job summary
Teacher of English and a Second Subject
MPS/UPS + 1 SEN Point
Do you want to work in a unique SEN school where your teaching will make a real difference to pupils’ lives and ambitions for their future?
We have an exciting opportunity for a creative & dynamic English teacher to develop the curriculum within our school, initially within KS3. The second subject will form part of the school’s Enhanced Curriculum and could include Drama, Music, Media, or Film Studies. The successful candidate will, through dedication and creativity, inspire students to succeed both in the classroom and beyond; candidates should be able to demonstrate a diverse range of skills and a positive attitude and will have a passion for the subject of English that will motivate and encourage students.
You will be joining a supportive, talented and friendly staff team where ideas are shared, staff are listened to and you will help to shape the future direction of the school. Our pupils deserve the best teachers who can inspire and ensure the best outcomes possible. Our small classes mean that every pupil gets the right help, support and expert teaching to allow them to reach their true potential.
We would welcome applications from suitably qualified English Teachers. Applications from NQT's would be encouraged for candidates with the relevant experience.
For more information about our school please visit www.hope.lancs.sch.uk. A visit to look around the school before you apply is recommended.
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 Hope High School
- School type
- Special school, ages 11 to 16
- School size
- 84 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Hope High School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- trencherk@hope.lancs.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01695 721066
Hope High School, in Skelmersdale, is a small school for young people aged 11 to 16 who have individual needs based on Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties.
We are a purpose-built school with facilities designed to support our learners towards success. Our facilities include a modern computer suite, a fully equipped cookery room, design technology workshop, an art studio, a brand-new forest school area, a sports hall with gymnasium and climbing wall and of course classrooms each having the latest learning technology.
Our school boasts a fantastic staff team committed to improving the life chances of our young people. Our expectations are high. We aspire for pupils to flourish and succeed – socially, emotionally and academically. We personalise the curriculum and strive for every learner to make accelerated levels of academic progress. We build upon their interests, their strengths and learning styles whilst acknowledging what motivates them to learn.
Our experienced and skilled staff use their expertise to tailor individual strategies to improve pupils’ self-esteem and confidence, which we understand is a foundation for success. Young people develop their ability to build relationships, develop positive behaviour and become motivated and enthusiastic learners.
At Hope High we understand the importance of home-school partnerships and we keenly encourage active participation from all parents and carers. This includes regular communication via each pupil’s key worker, regular coffee mornings and barbeques. All parents and carers are also encouraged to play an active part in the target setting and review process which is in place for all pupils.
Hope High is a place where no two days are ever the same and is filled with vibrant, talented and driven learners who never fail to amaze and inspire us.
Arranging a visit to Hope High School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email trencherk@hope.lancs.sch.uk.
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