Job Title: English Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Location: Secondary School in Chichester
Start Date: January 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Fixed Term (January 2025 - July 2025)
Salary: Paid to Scale
ECT Status: Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are welcome to apply, with potential for a permanent position
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated English Teacher to join our vibrant team on a maternity cover basis, starting in January 2025. This is a full-time role paid to scale, suitable for experienced teachers as well as Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking to make a positive impact and gain valuable experience in a supportive environment. There is potential for this role to become a permanent position based on performance and school needs.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan, Prepare, and Deliver engaging and differentiated English lessons across KS3, KS4, and KS5, fostering a love of literature and developing strong literacy skills.
* Assessment and Feedback: Set, mark, and provide feedback on student work, supporting each pupil’s academic progress and identifying areas for improvement.
* Classroom Management: Create a positive, inclusive, and productive learning environment, managing behaviour effectively to maintain engagement.
* Collaboration: Work closely with the English Department to contribute to curriculum planning, development, and extracurricular activities.
* Support for ECTs: For ECT candidates, access to the school’s induction programme with mentoring and tailored support.
Person Specification
Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a specialism in English.
Experience: Teaching experience in secondary schools is preferable, though ECTs with relevant experience or placements in English are encouraged to apply.
Skills: Strong communication, organisational, and classroom management skills. Passion for English literature and language, with a commitment to high-quality teaching.
Commitment: A commitment to fostering the academic and personal growth of all students and engaging with the school community.
Why Join Us?
We are a thriving, inclusive school community with a supportive staff body and a commitment to professional development. This maternity cover role offers the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our students while developing your teaching career in a supportive and forward-thinking school environment.
Application Process
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications promptly. Early applications are advised as we reserve the right to close the position early if a suitable candidate is found.
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