School: The Cotswold School (Secondary)
Address: The Avenue, Bourton-on-the-Water, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Title: Teacher of English (English) - The Cotswold School
Grade: MPS/UPS
Allowances: (Not applicable)
Hours: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 15/01/2025
Interview Date: TBA
Start Date: 01/09/2025
Role: Teacher of English
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Pay: MPS/UPS
Start Date: 1st September 2025
Closing Date: Monday
This is an exciting time to join The Cotswold School. We are a forward-thinking 11-18 department looking to provide a knowledge-rich curriculum that improves the life chances of every student. Housed in a brand new, state-of-the-art building, the English department is looking for a teacher who can inspire the students to appreciate the subject and its application.
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly talented ECT or experienced teacher, who wishes to make a real impact in this “truly exceptional school” where “behaviour is outstanding” (Ofsted).
WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
1. An excellent classroom teacher with the ability to reflect on lessons and continually improve their own practice
2. A passionate English practitioner able to consistently motivate and inspire students, whilst delivering a strong curriculum
3. A strong team player with a clear understanding of current and future curriculum developments
4. A committed teacher with high standards of professional conduct and expectations of students
WE CAN OFFER YOU:
1. The opportunity to be part of a dedicated team within a caring school environment
2. Opportunities for professional development
3. Option to join a pension scheme with generous employee discount
4. Employee benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme & Cycle to Work scheme
5. A commitment to staff wellbeing
6. Free onsite parking including electric car charging points
The candidate will contribute to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare and personal care of the children and young people with regard to the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines and Area Child Protection Procedures.
Application Instructions:
Please do not use the TES or Gloucestershire County Council application form. Please use The Cotswold School Application Form which can be downloaded via our website here.
Complete the application form in full to ensure full consideration of all candidates and to comply with legal requirements relating to recruitment in schools. Please do not include a CV or write ‘see CV’ in any sections on the form. Ensure that you include the title of the post that you are applying for (Section 1). Provide an explanation for any gaps in chronological dates relating to education and employment history (Sections 4, 5 & 6). If you are not writing a covering letter to submit with your application, then please complete Section 10, in full. Provide full details of two referees (Section 11). Both declarations (Sections 15 & 16) must be signed and dated. Once completed, please return your application form by email to Mrs C Chapple, HR Officer, cchapple@thecotswoldschool.co.uk. If returning by post, please send to Mrs C Chapple, HR Officer, The Cotswold School, The Avenue, Bourton on the Water, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL54 2BD. The closing date and time must be strictly adhered to. All information given will be treated as confidential.
The Cotswold School is committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. If you require additional help with our recruitment process, please contact Mrs C Chapple, HR Officer (contact details above).
The Cotswold School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, Governors, visitors, and volunteers to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Please click on the website link to the right of this advert - click on School Information and then on Vacancies to apply.
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