English Teacher at The Bridge Academy - Arthur Terry Learning Trust
Layout on the role:
Title: English Teacher
Key Stages: KS3 - however due SEND needs, the school will accept primary trained teachers
Salary: £30,000 - £46,525
Randstad is seeking an enthusiastic and innovative English Teacher to join a dynamic multi-academy trust teaching either KS3 or KS4 (7-11) - starting in September 2024. This role is ideal for someone eager to share their passion for both the KS3 curriculum and with their students.
About The Bridge Academy, KS3
The Brdge's intention within the English Department is to improve the communication skills of all students. We aim to improve their speaking and listening, their writing and also help them to try to read for enjoyment and for specific purposes.
One of these purposes is personal achievement. They always have one eye on a student's trajectory towards their public examinations at GCSE. The vision for each individual is a GCSE in English Language and in English Literature and for teachers to teach all the necessary skills and texts to enable students to reach potential and be successful.
The Bridge's curriculum covers the different areas of reading and writing fiction and non-fiction, and study of literary texts. Discussion and debate are a regular feature of lessons, as is extended reading and writing. They engage with real life contexts where possible to enable students to connect their learning with the world beyond.
The impact of studying English at the Bridge is that it opens doors to other possibilities. Improved English helps with securing employment or training and also helps build confidence and self-esteem. A GCSE in English is also part of the established currency that is necessary to get into college or to interviews and apprenticeships.
The Bridge academy also delivers in-school training and development. Many teachers have undertaken the additional training in a number of areas including: Behaviour and Culture; Dyslexia; Autism; ADHD; Sensory Processing Difficulties; Trauma Informed Practice and Emotion Coaching.
The successful candidate must be able to inspire and develop students through their teaching and knowledge of the curriculum, hold a creative approach to their lesson delivery as well as being confident in strategies to enable all students to make or exceed their levels of progress. We welcome applications from teachers who are committed to developing their own pedagogy and who are keen to work in a vibrant and inspiring faculty.
We are looking for an English/Drama Teacher who can inspire and develop students through creative lesson delivery and a thorough knowledge of the KS3 curriculum. The ideal candidate will be confident in using strategies that help all students achieve or exceed their progress goals. We welcome applications from teachers committed to their professional development and eager to work in a vibrant, inspiring faculty.
Benefits
Our trust values and appreciates our employees, ensuring they feel central to our mission. Key benefits include:
- Competitive pay rates
- Access to a contributory pension scheme
- Enhanced parental leave policies
- Enhanced annual leave
- Additional professional development and wellbeing days
- Tailored Continuous Professional Development (CPD) as a Teaching School Hub
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme offering financial and wellbeing support
Requirements
We seek academic staff who have a genuine interest in their subject and the ability to convey that passion to students, raising their expectations for success. Our teachers are dedicated professionals who provide enriching experiences beyond the classroom, motivating students to be confident, courteous, and enthusiastic about learning.
Next Steps
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply online. Successful applicants will be contacted by a Randstad consultant to discuss the registration and interview process and further opportunities to enhance your teaching career. We look forward to hearing from you!