An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and enthusiastic English teacher to join the department at Sir Harry Smith Community College. The school is proud of its strong focus on student well-being and creating a genuine sense of belonging for all learners. With a supportive environment and a commitment to fostering both academic success and personal growth, the college provides an inspiring place to teach and learn.
We are seeking to appoint an outstanding and passionate qualified teacher (holding QTS or an equivalent qualification along with a relevant degree) to teach English across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.
The successful candidate will:
* Be creative, innovative, and dedicated to improving student outcomes.
* Inspire and engage students through dynamic and imaginative teaching.
* Bring strong subject knowledge and a passion for English to the classroom.
* Work collaboratively with a committed team of supportive and skilled teachers.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking and welcoming department while fostering a love for literature and language in our students.
What the school can offer:
· Supportive and ambitious middle and senior leaders
· Recognition for continuous service
· Automatic enrolment into the TPS
· Excellent CPD opportunities
· Access to the Employee Assistance Programme
· We are a ‘good’ school. Our February 2024 Ofsted recognised that:
‘The majority of pupils want to do well. They understand that their teachers want them to achieve high standards. Pupils trust the teachers who have developed positive relationships with them. They work hard for these teachers and produce high quality work.
'The school has redesigned its curriculum. It has thought carefully about how to inspire pupils. The school has a well-planned and ambitious programme of learning. The school has ensured that the curriculum reflects the diversity of modern life. Pupils explain how they celebrate difference. The school has planned so all pupils have access to the curriculum without limitation. This includes those pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)’
‘The provision for students in the sixth form is strong. Teachers’ expert subject knowledge and delivery ensures students learn well. Students develop deep understanding of complex and abstract concepts. Students confidently apply these to different situations, effectively drawing together what they know.
If you would like an information pack, please visit our website. For more information or an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mrs R Ibrahim, Curriculum Manager of English on 01733 703991 or ribrahim@sirharrysmith.com .
Application deadline is 9am on Wednesday 26th February. Please send completed application forms, together with a short letter of introduction to: applications@sirharrysmith.com We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date if we consider that we have received an appropriate number of suitable candidates for the post).
Applicants are thanked for their interest in Sir Harry Smith Community College. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted after the closing date.