Teacher of English

Teacher of English Salary: MPS/UPS Hours: 1.0 FTE Core school hours - Part time hours will be considered The Ferrers School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic English teacher to join the English Department. We are looking for a creative, passionate and energetic teacher who can work alongside the team as we strive to bring about rapid improvement to secure better progress for our learners. The successful candidate will be a highly committed team player, with a true passion for English and an understanding of the strategies required to motivate and inspire students. They will play a part in promoting the subject throughout the school. Staff in the department are welcoming and supportive; it is that sense of ‘team’ that we feel gives every student the best opportunity for success. Our vision is that English should be a creative and supportive environment where students and staff enjoy lessons.  We expect students to work hard and participate, in line with our expectations in The Ferrers Framework.   The English staff currently consists of professionals at all stages of their careers, including: a vice principal, a professional tutor, a senior tutor and a lead practitioner.  The ideal candidate Qualified Teacher Status and degree in specialist subject Experience of teaching at KS3 to KS4 Evidence of securing high outcomes from students Ability to use IT to support effective teaching and learning Commitment to continuing professional development Effective form tutoring and committed to the importance of pastoral support Understand and be a proud advocate of the five values of all Meridian Trust schools Believe that students make the best progress when teaching is well planned and well delivered About Meridian Trust - Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire. Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to - Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT) Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources Cycle to work scheme Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations Free on-site parking Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays To explore our full range of benefits, please visit