Job Description
Teacher of English
Location: Brighton and Hove
Working Pattern: Full-Time
Salary: MPS
Contract Type: Permanent
Application Deadline: Wednesday, 12th March 2025
About Us
Brighton Aldridge Community Academy (BACA) opened in September 2010, and a year later moved into its brand-new building, equipped with new sports, entrepreneurship and IT facilities, and a dedicated sixth form area.
BACA is in the unique position of having two higher-education establishments, Sussex and Brighton Universities, in its immediate proximity. This enables the academy to work closely with them, share their expertise, access their resources, and give students a taste of Higher Education.
About Aldridge Education
BACA is a member of the Aldridge Education family of schools, which locally also includes Portslade Aldridge Community Academy and Aldridge Adult Learning.
Aldridge Education is a charitable Trust of entrepreneurial community schools and colleges that help young people to reach their potential. We support our schools' Principals and teachers in rapidly improving the quality of education on offer at early years, primary, secondary and sixth-form levels in order to transform the life-chances of our students.
Our ideal candidate will:
* Be passionate about teaching their subject and committed to achieving excellent results for their students
* Demonstrate high levels of ambition and optimism regarding what the academy and its students can achieve
* Have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of pupil
* Be committed to BACA's ethos of unlocking potential, enterprise and entrepreneurship
Benefits
* Aldridge Benefits Scheme - Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts tailored just for you!
* Cycle to Work Scheme - Save money and stay fit with our bike-friendly benefits.
* Employee Assistance Programme - Your well-being matters! Access free, confidential support whenever you need it.
* Free On-Site Parking - No more hunting for parking, we've got your spot covered.
* Pension Schemes - Secure your future with access to the Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme.
* Refer a Friend Scheme - Know someone who would love it here Earn rewards by bringing them on board!
Completing the application
Candidates will need to create an account and are asked to complete all the standard information required on the application form. Please also address the mission alignment and capacity to meet the requirements of the Essential and Desirable criteria of the Person Specification and Job Description. CVs are not accepted as part of the application process.
We regret to inform you that Every HR Application portal is not compatible with mobile or tablet devices. A laptop or desktop computer is required to access the portal.
We may interview candidates ahead of the closing date so early application is advised. The Academy reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advertised closing date. The advert may be closed at any time.
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