English Teacher + Joint Second in Department
Position: English Teacher + Joint Second in Department (0.6)
Hours: 32.5 hours per week
We are seeking an organised, dynamic, and proactive individual to join our team as Joint Second in Department. This pivotal role will involve supporting the Head of Faculty (HOF) in ensuring the smooth operation of the department and driving key initiatives forward.
The English Department is dedicated to fostering a passion for literature, language, and critical thinking. As a member of this team, you will join a group of experienced, friendly educators who work collaboratively with a strong team mentality, always willing to help and support one another. Together, we inspire students to develop essential analytical and communication skills, while nurturing a love of reading and writing. Our comprehensive curriculum spans a variety of genres, periods, and themes, blending both traditional and contemporary works. We are committed to creating an inclusive, dynamic learning environment where students can explore their creativity, engage in thoughtful discussions, and refine their ability to express ideas effectively in both written and spoken forms.
This role is ideal for individuals with strong leadership capabilities who are looking for an opportunity to influence and drive meaningful change within a department. If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and have a track record of managing teams successfully, we want to hear from you!
The Lionheart Educational Trust strives to provide the highest quality education in each of our unique schools, raising the attainment of our talented students and reflecting the local communities of which they are a part. We are well supported by our Trust and our local Governing Body; ensuring we create to develop and improve. The Trust strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where all staff have a seat at the table: a seat to be free, a seat to inspire, a seat to challenge and a seat to succeed.
This is a great opportunity to join a progressive and supportive employer of choice, with an unwavering commitment to continuous professional development and staff well-being. In return, we can offer you a fulfilling and stimulating role working with other like-minded professionals who strive to make a positive impact on the lives and outcomes of our students. We also offer a range of benefits, including access to Benenden healthcare, an electric car scheme and opportunities to work flexibly around the needs of our children and young people.
Judgemeadow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will carry out online checks for anyone who is shortlisted, and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks, such as an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check. Applicants who will be undertaking early and/or later years childcare (or the management of such childcare) will be required to complete a declaration that neither they, nor anyone who lives in the same household, is a disqualified person under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009.
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