Teacher of English
Caterham High School
Redbridge
- Expired
- Salary:
- TLR2B (£4312)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Summer Term 2015
- Apply by:
- 8 May 2015
Job overview
Reference: THW/15/004774/008
Required from Summer Term 2015. A well qualified and experienced teacher of English to join a successful and dynamic department in this 11-18 mixed high school (6FE with a 6th form of over 300).
We are seeking an ambitious, innovative teacher who is an outstanding practitioner.
They will make a key contribution to the further development of this important curriculum area where these responsibilities will focus on aspects of the KS3 programmes of study.
In Year 11 (2014) 65% gained 5 or more A*-C GCSEs (inc. English and Maths) - our highest figure to date. In English Language 79% of students gained A*-C grade.
OFSTED (Oct 2014) says Caterham is a good school and an improving one. They said:- "Teaching is good...... achievement is rising consistently....... The school puts the students at the heart of its inclusive ethos....... Student behaviour is good.... They feel very safe in school".
The school is committed to promoting and safe-guarding the welfare of children. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Please e-mail the school or see our website for an application form and further details.
Closing date: 08 May 2015
If you have questions about this role, please contact: Dr A Atkins, Headteacher, Tel: 020 8551 4321, Fax: 020 8551 1933, Email: welcome@ecaterham.net
Caterham High School
About Caterham High School
Caterham High School is a non-denominational, co-educational secondary school with sixth form in Ilford, Essex. There are approximately 1,217 students on the school roll, 313 of whom are in the sixth form. The school can be easily accessed by public transport, including the 128 bus, which stops at nearby Rushden Gardens.
There are six houses at Caterham High School, named for famous Britons: Brunel, Newton, Pankhurst, Redgrave, Seacole and Windsor. The secondary school runs a before-school Breakfast Club and an after-school Science Club.
Values and vision
Caterham High School is committed to discovering and nurturing the abilities of every child. Setting the highest expectations in terms of learning and behaviour, the school is justifiably proud of the academic achievements of students. Recognising that children’s abilities lie in a variety of areas, Caterham provides a wealth of opportunities and courses that allow every student to develop and showcase his or her unique talents.
The secondary school promotes a "can do" culture in which everyone is encouraged to strive for excellence. A progressive curriculum places great emphasis on building skills that prepare students for a successful career and a fulfilling life. Using its strengths in sport and the arts, the school focuses not only on acquiring knowledge but also on developing qualities and skills that are valued in the workplace and the community.
Ofsted report
“English and reading are taught well. Students are confident readers and enjoy reading from texts or from their own work in a range of subjects. One boy described how he loved the feeling of ‘getting into a book’ and students enjoy recording their progress and range of texts in their reading logs. Mathematics is taught well. Inspectors saw good application of mathematics in science and geography.”
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