Teacher of English
Guernsey Grammar School and Sixth Form Centre
GUERNSEY
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Required from September 2015
- Apply by:
- 26 May 2015
Job overview
Are you are Newly Qualified Teacher looking for an English post?
We are seeking a dynamic, well-qualified specialist graduate teacher with the vision to deliver high standards of teaching and learning in English across Key Stage 3, GCSE and A level, whilst making a full contribution to the ethos, identity and life of the school and to the Guernsey Federation of Secondary Schools.
You will be able to excite and challenge learners to make rapid progress, and demonstrate excellence in teaching and learning. We are looking for someone who is passionate about raising learners’ individual achievements with innovative ideas to build on existing good practice. You should have recent relevant experience and the ability to use modern technologies in the teaching and learning would be an advantage.
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a well resourced department which is highly regarded, thriving and successful with a dedicated team of eight teachers. The success rate in external examinations is consistently high. Students studying English at GCSE follow the Edexcel International GCSE specification, whilst students in the Sixth Form study AS and A level courses in both English Language and Literature, and English Literature with AQA. English Literature is also taught within the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. There are strong links with the Drama and Media Studies departments and this is a post which offers a wide range of opportunities.
This post carries a five housing licence and you can expect to:
- Work in a well resourced school that follows an innovative Bailiwick curriculum based on the English National Curriculum and which has favourable PTRs;
- Be part of a leading development of ICT in education and be allocated a personal laptop;
- Receive a generous relocation package to the island, including rent allowance;
- Enjoy the benefits of more generous tax allowances on an island with no VAT.
Salary will be in accordance with the Guernsey Main Professional Scale £28,534 - £40,972 per annum. There is also an Upper Pay Scale (£43,271 - £46,024 per annum) for teachers who have successfully gone through the Threshold Assessment.
For further information about the post, please contact Mrs Tina Watson, Headteacher on 01481 256571 or email: headteacher@grammar.sch.gg
Applications can be made via www.gov.gg/educationjobs
Closing date: 26th May 2015
Interviews will take place in Guernsey on 12th or 15th June 2015
About Guernsey Grammar School and Sixth Form Centre
- Guernsey Grammar School and Sixth Form Centre
- Les Varendes, St. Andrews
- GY6 8TD
- Guernsey
Guernsey Grammar School and Sixth Form Centre is a mixed, selective, international secondary school with sixth form in Guernsey, serving students from the age of 11-18. The sixth form at the school is non-selective. The secondary school, located in St. Andrews has approximately 442 students on record.
Guernsey Grammar School opened in 1985. Students follow the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programmes.
Headteacher
Liz Coffey
Values and vision
Guernsey Grammar School wants all students to achieve their full potential in a welcoming, caring and stimulating learning environment. Students are taught from a broad and balanced curriculum, with dedicated teachers helping them discover their unique skills and talents. Small class sizes ensure that pupils and staff benefit from close relationships. The school promotes the qualities of loyalty, pride, spirit, belonging and caring and is committed to nurturing students as individuals who have the confidence to be themselves. It is also vital to the school that students are prepared for the responsibilities of adulthood, and are encouraged to make positive contributions to the community as committed and valued members of the local, wider and global society. The school wants all children to appreciate cultural diversity and value everyone as equals, regardless of their differences. Guernsey Grammar School offers a wide range of clubs and extra-curricular activities for students to get involved in outside of the classroom and gain additional experiences, while at the same time enhancing their CV for the next stage of their education. These include the Duke of Edinburgh Award, community projects, school trips and drama, sports, art and music clubs.
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