Teacher of English (Maternity Cover)

Essential • A good degree in an appropriate discipline related to English (A/C) • A teaching qualification together with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (A/C) • A strong and secure subject knowledge in English up to GCSE (A/I) • Recent and relevant teaching experience (A/I/R) • Experience of assessment at key stage 3 and 4 (A/I/R) • Awareness of the strategies available for improving the learning and achievement of all students

(A/I) • A good understanding of curriculum developments in English (A/I) • Able to use a range of teaching and learning strategies (A/I) • An understanding of how assessment for learning can improve student performance (A/I) • Confidence in the use of standard computer packages and how these can be used to enhance

student learning (A/I)

Last updated: 31.03.2022 • Able to use student level data to raise standards (A/I) • Able to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a team (A/I) • Enthusiasm for your subject area (A/I) • Creative in problem solving together with willingness to take on and try new approaches and ideas

(A/I) • Ability to relate to students in a pleasant and sympathetic manner and to recognise potential

safeguarding issues (A/I/R) • Able to communicate both orally and in writing to students and their parents (A/I/R) • Able to communicate high expectations to all students (A/I/R) • Willingness to share good practice across the department and beyond (A/I/R)

Desirable • Strong ICT skills including SMART board or Promethean (A/I/R) Key: C – Certificate; A – Application Form; I – Interview; R - Reference