Second in English

Job Title: Second in Charge of English

Location: Basingstoke

Position Overview: Are you an experienced and passionate English teacher ready to take the next step in your career? Our forward-thinking school in Basingstoke is seeking a dedicated individual to join us as the Second in Charge of English. This is a full-time role with opportunities for advancement and professional development within our English department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head of English in leading and managing the English department, supporting the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement innovative curriculum plans that meet the needs of all students.
• Provide guidance and support to English teachers, sharing best practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Lead on specific initiatives or projects within the department, contributing to the overall success and development of English provision.

Benefits:

• Teachers' pension scheme.
• Occupational sick pay to support your well-being.
• Recognition policies to celebrate your achievements and contributions.
• Ongoing training, learning, and development opportunities to enhance your leadership skills.
• Well-being support to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• Family-friendly policies to accommodate your personal commitments.
• On-site parking for convenience.
• £100 bonus upon accepting the role (if offered) and a 5% bonus based on the days worked for the first half term.
• DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check funded by the school.
• Dedicated consultant to provide support and guidance throughout your employment.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Significant experience teaching English Language and Literature to secondary school students.
• Proven leadership abilities and a track record of effective collaboration within a team.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to promoting a positive learning environment and driving improvements in student outcomes.

How to Apply: If you are ready to take on a leadership role and make a lasting impact on the English department and the wider school community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your CV. 

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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