Teacher of English with Post Holder Responsibility
Mossbourne Federation is the realisation of Sir Clive Bourne’s dream to provide the children of Hackney with an outstanding education. Built on a formula of high expectations, doing the simple things right, and the belief that all children can succeed, Mossbourne offers an environment where all learners, regardless of ability, benefit from innovative and enlightened approaches to teaching and learning. Our calm working atmosphere creates well-rounded individuals who excel in the arts, on the sporting field, and academically.
In 2025, our 20th anniversary year, we are delighted to have expanded to include three Thurrock schools in our Federation. We now consist of seven academies:
1. Mossbourne Community Academy (MCA) secondary and sixth form, Hackney
2. Mossbourne Fobbing Academy (MFA) secondary and sixth form, Thurrock
The Role:
Mossbourne Fobbing Academy is seeking an outstanding Key Stage Coordinator for the English department. We are looking for someone who considers themselves a ‘team player’, loves English and most importantly loves sharing that passion for English with other people. The right candidate will have a growth mind set and be looking to continually develop as a practitioner. The role will involve curriculum development, staff training and student data management. We welcome applications from established English teachers with experience in the classroom and who are looking for their first position of responsibility within a department. The successful applicant will be supported to become an outstanding middle leader. They will hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), have a proven track record of successful English teaching across different key stages and believe that all students can succeed in these courses. There are opportunities to teach at Key Stage 5 for candidates with the appropriate experience.
Working for the Mossbourne Federation Academy means being part of a community of exceptional practitioners. Colleagues are warm, welcoming and supportive of each other. As one of the country’s leading federations, staff expectations are high. The Mossbourne Federation engages with, and supports its workforce, thus creating an inspirational working environment which nurtures the development of personal and professional excellence.
Federation staff are rewarded through the comprehensive package of benefits listed in our Federation Recruitment Brochure, including:
1. The Mossbourne Allowance (T&Cs apply)
2. Free lunches (T&Cs apply)
3. Tea, coffee and refreshments provided for staff throughout the week
4. Benenden health membership, to support health and wellbeing, fully paid by the Federation
5. Early finish on Friday – secondary academies
6. Free staff fitness classes
7. Cycle to work and season ticket loan schemes
8. Discounts at local restaurants
9. Discounted gym membership with the ability to spread membership costs
10. Saturday and holiday paid programme
11. Special leave scheme
12. Staff appreciation awards and events
13. First rate professional development and career opportunities
14. Financial support for career development (T&Cs apply)
15. ‘Introduction Bonus’ for current staff (T&Cs apply)
16. Remuneration for exam board marking (T&Cs apply)
We are actively seeking to increase the proportion of our workforce who come from diverse backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from people of Black, Asian, and other minority ethnic descent. Injustice, discrimination, and intolerance go against the core tenets of the Mossbourne ethos. We actively reject discrimination in our academies through continuous review of our working policies and practices across the federation, including at the board level. We are committed to developing and supporting inclusivity, diversity, and anti-racism in every facet of what we do.
The Mossbourne Federation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Mossbourne Fobbing Academy is an 11-18 years academy with a rich history of excellence in academic, artistic and sporting endeavours. Located in Corringham, Essex, the academy is rapidly improving after a period of underperformance. Its dynamic leaders and teachers are transforming the academy with high expectations and a calm learning environment, fast re-establishing its reputation for excellence. Students benefit from specialisms in the arts alongside a rigorous, challenging academic curriculum from Key Stage 3 through to Key Stage 5.
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