Shevington High School Β· Wigan, North West
Shevington High School is a
successful and popular 11β16 community school, built upon our core values of respect, inclusion, aspiration and
kindness. We are proud of our welcoming ethos, our ambitious
curriculum and the strong relationships we foster between staff and pupils.
We are seeking to appoint a
skilled and enthusiastic Teacher
of English to join our dynamic and dedicated English
Department. This post offers a fantastic opportunity for both Early Career
Teachers and experienced practitioners. (If you are interested in a part-time
role, please indicate this clearly on your application)
About the English
Department
Our English Department is a
collaborative, reflective and forward-thinking team committed to ensuring that
every pupil makes excellent progress from their individual starting points. We
work incredibly hard to both support and challenge our pupils, and we are proud
of the strong examination outcomes we have achieved in recent years.
As strong advocates of the
schoolβs digital strategy, we believe that thoughtful and creative use of
technology enhances learning, broadens access to the curriculum and equips
pupils with the skills they need for life beyond the classroom. Our digital
approach fosters collaborative planning across the department, supports staff
in managing workload effectively, and enables a range of pedagogical approaches
from explicit instruction and retrieval practice to adaptive teaching and
independent learning. By embedding digital tools purposefully within our
teaching, we support academic success in English while also preparing students
confidently for their future pathways.
As
a team, we are passionate about inspiring a genuine love of reading, writing
and literature. We strive not only for academic success, but for pupils to
leave us as confident, articulate communicators equipped with the literacy
skills they will need for life beyond Shevington High School. Many of our
pupils continue their study of English at post-16, reflecting the strong
foundations developed during their time with us.
This
expansion of our team is an exciting development, and we are looking for a
colleague who will enhance and enrich the learning experiences we currently
offer.
The Successful
Candidate Will:
Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and a
genuine passion for English. Inspire and motivate students to enjoy
reading, writing and all aspects of the curriculum. Deliver high-quality, engaging lessons using
adaptive teaching strategies to meet the needs of all learners. Be committed to securing strong outcomes for
all pupils. Contribute positively to our extra-curricular
programme. Embrace the departments approach to shared
digital planning and innovative delivery methods Uphold and embody our school values of
respect, inclusion, aspiration and kindness. A supportive and collaborative English team. A strong culture of professiona