Teacher of English
Required for September 2025
Full or Part time MPS/UPS
Required for September 2025, an enthusiastic and talented teacher of English to teach classes across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5 in our large and thriving department.
English is fully staffed with specialists and has its own block with a suite of teaching rooms and its own staffroom. The ethos of the department is one of teamwork, enthusiasm and a sense of purpose. The Curriculum Team Leader is well supported by Key Stage post holders, a co-ordinator of literacy, and a dedicated intervention teacher.
Sackville School is a popular and oversubscribed large, mixed, 11-18 comprehensive with 1650 students on roll. We are looking for someone with the skills, enthusiasm, and ambition to join our team and to achieve our ambitious aims for all of our students.
We are an exceptionally friendly and supportive community built on strong relationships which allow every student to thrive. We invest in our staff, enabling them to pass on their knowledge and love of their subject such that our students are given the very best experience and opportunities to succeed. We have acquired a deserved reputation for ‘fighting for every child’. We want all of our students to develop a lifelong love of learning and achieve their full potential.
Student outcomes have been consistently positive in recent years, with strong numbers choosing to continue their love of English at A level.
We welcome applications from experienced colleagues looking for a new challenge in a large and popular school, as well as ECTs looking for a school that will provide excellent support so that you can really flourish at the start of your career. The school has an outstanding induction programme for new staff and bespoke CPD opportunities for career progression.
Closing Date: Thursday 23rd January 2025 at 9.00am
Interview date: Tuesday 28th January 2025
We reserve the right to shortlist and interview prior to the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.
Further details are available on our website or from Mrs K Dawson PA to the Headteacher, on 01342 414900. An application form, safer recruitment form and letter of application addressed to the Headteacher, should be sent to the Headteacher’s PA at hr@sackvilleschool.org.uk
Sackville School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is covered by the Protection of Children Act and any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service. It should be noted that it is a requirement of the Governors of Sackville School that candidates should, whenever possible, name as referees current and former employers (via Heads or Principals where employment at educational institutions is concerned).