We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Teacher of English to join our fantastic team at CHS South. This is a full-time, permanent teaching post, working within our dynamic English Department. This role attracts a salary of Teachers Main/Upper pay scale. We re looking for: We are looking for a suitably qualified candidate who can consistently deliver outstanding lessons. The ideal candidate will have thorough subject knowledge and understanding of current curriculum developments, good communication skills, and be able to plan and and develop appropriate learning activities. We would also like candidates to have successful teaching experience in the relevant phase. Main purpose of the job: The post holder is required to fulfil the professional responsibilities which are common to all classroom teachers in the school, as outlined in the current School Teachers Pay and Conditions Document. These detail the professional and particular duties required of teachers, together with requirements for management time, working time, guaranteed planning and preparation time. The school complies with these requirements in order to make reasonable demands of teachers. The post holder s key responsibilities will be improving the standards of learning and raising levels of student achievement for all students in their care. All school staff are expected to share the Trust s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description. Working for Prospere Learning Trust Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including. High quality CPD for all roles Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service Cyclescheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible Mental Health First Aid in every school Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more bYond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases Visit our website to learn more about our Trust: prospere.org.uk CHS South CHS South is a 11-16 eight-form entry, mixed, comprehensive school opened in conjunction with Chorlton High School in 2018. Our school provides a full capacity of 1200 in our brand-new building which opened in September 2021. We provide an education built on the values of offering every young person we encounter the skills needed to craft a creative, happy, and successful future. We ensure the young people at CHS South have access to a broad and forward-thinking enrichment curriculum. We are well positioned to offer a diverse and engaging sports curriculum through our fantastic relationships with the vast array of sports providers in our community. Furthermore, our expertise and understanding of the creative arts, ensures our young people are provided with the opportunities to develop and hone their skills to become the next generation of creative trailblazers. We received our first Ofsted inspection in January 2023 and were graded as good in all areas. CHS South is a welcoming and supportive community. Pupils are proud of their school. Pupils understand the school values of ready, respectful, safe, and they try hard to follow them in all that they do. Visit our website to learn more: https://www.chssouth.org.uk/ Job Application Information Please apply using the online application form; incomplete applications may not be considered. CVs are not accepted. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early. As per Keeping Children Safe in Education, we conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates to identify any relevant issues for interview discussion. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure declaration, declaring any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. Information will be provided on where to seek guidance on whether certain offences are now protected and should not be disclosed within the self-disclosure form. Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you ve lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references. Safeguarding Commitment All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Equality Statement Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For application packs or support, contact us at 0161 527 7953 or jobsprospere.org.uk.