Teacher of English
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for an exceptional teacher of English to join our growing team in our small family school.
We are passionate about teaching and learning about English and expect you to be too. We are looking for an individual to join the team to cover for a maternity leave with the possibility of there being a long term position. The English Team is dynamic and supportive and are committed to excellence.We are part of an excellent community of English Teams across our Trust, and work collaboratively on curriculum, teaching and learning and assessment. We are flexible and could support full time or part time colleagues or flexible working
The successful candidate will be innovative, creative and enthusiastic with a determination to achieve the highest outcomes, have an incisive understanding of teaching and learning and the ability to reflect and challenge. Professional development opportunities are plentiful and we are working hard to be innovative around workload- we want you to have a balanced life and enjoy working with our children!We have really strong supportive policies on feedback, reporting and behaviour for learning that allow you and your team time to plan and teach excellent lessons.
This post is appropriate for ECTs or more experienced colleagues. We have an excellent track record at supporting and developing ECTs and providing career progression opportunities.
What the school offers its staff
Castle Manor Academy has a strong culture and a big heart. We have a strong set of values and we care. Teaching and Learning is at the heart of all we do and permeates our culture. We are part of the Unity Schools Partnership with other secondary, primary and Special Free Schools and have a strong history of effective staff development and training.
We are located 20 miles from Cambridge and Bury St Edmunds.
Commitment to safeguarding
Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safer recruitment, equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.