Due to the current post holder retiring, we are looking to appoint a new full time Teacher of English, to be fully responsible for Reading and English across the school. Burton PRU is a Local Authority Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) – it is recognised as a fully inclusive school, that empowers our students to make positive changes and achieve positive outcomes onto the next phase of their education. Burton PRU is judged by OFSTED as a good school and we have strong links with schools and agencies within our District, because of our commitment to providing the best holistic education to each of our students (and their families) who have been or are at risk of being permanently excluded. We wish to appoint a new teacher of English, who will lead and manage this curriculum area and further develop Reading and English You will need to have a range of teaching styles and experience in teaching students who may have barriers to learning. Your educational philosophy will need to be based in relational and restorative practice as well as being someone who wants to make a difference to our students lives. You will work closely with BPRU’s Senior Leadership Team, to shape and deliver the mission, vision and values of our school. You will be an excellent practitioner who has a very good understanding of SEND and experience of working with students who have been or are at risk of being permanently excluded from secondary school education. You will have a strong academic track record to degree level and above • You will have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) • You will have quality experience of teaching English in secondary schools and/or Alternative Provision • You will have evidence of Continuous Professional Development Burton PRU is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects that all staff and volunteers share this commitment. Enhanced DBS disclosure is required for the appointment to this post with 2 good references. Please complete the application form and highlight the areas requested in your letter of application. Please note, CVs will not be considered. ADVERTISEMENT DATES: Monday 27th January – Monday 10th February 2025 CLOSING DATE: 12 noon Monday 10th February 2025 SELECTION PANEL MEETING: Monday 10th February pm INTERVIEW DAY: – it will be a one-day interview process which will include a tour of the school, a lesson observation, tasks (tbc) and formal interview with the interview panel. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS TO: adminkettlebrook.staffs.sch.uk by 12 noon on Monday 10th February 2025