Teacher of English

We are looking for an ambitious and highly motivated individual to take on the role of:-

Teacher of English

MPS / UPS

Required for September 2024

This is an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant and thriving Geography department working at The St Lawrence Academy. You will be part of a fantastic and highly motivated team that is determined to provide a transformational learning experience for every individual. . There may be an opportunity to apply for an additional responsibility for the suitable candidate.

The successful candidate will:

● Have a passion for teaching and the ability to deliver lessons to a high standard across both Key Stages

● Have the ability to create an inspiring and dynamic learning environment

● Demonstrate and share excellent subject knowledge and expertise

● Demonstrate a clear commitment to raising achievement and developing excellence

● Be passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people

● Be well organised, inspirational, ambitious and hard working

● Have the ability to meet deadlines, whilst remaining calm under pressure

● Have flexibility in approach, vision and commitment and a willingness to lead extracurricular activities

We can offer:

● An inclusive and inspirational church school environment within wonderful and vibrant new buildings

● Superb resources and facilities

● Supportive and engaged leadership team, with a track record of developing staff to middle and senior leadership

An outstanding community of staff and local governing board who work as a strong team to best support our students

● A broad 3 year Key Stage 3 curriculum and 2 year Key Stage 4 curriculum with a philosophy of valuing all subjects

● A bespoke programme of induction and professional development personalised to help develop individual staff*

● A culture that prioritises students, their personal development and wellbeing, above everything else

● High standards and expectations of academic success and care, support and personal development of our students

● Access to a laptop and to documents from home via Google documents and web based database

This post would suit:

● An ECT as our English department is strong, with good experience in developing staff

● An experienced teacher wishing to join our team of fantastic staff

For further details about The St Lawrence Academy and St Lawrence Academies Trust and an application pack please see our website at www.tsla.co.uk  

The academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references, including your suitability to work with students. Applications will only be considered from individual applicants on our standard application form, and not via CV alone or agencies.

For an informal discussion about either of the roles please contact the Curriculum and Progress Leader of English Donna MacDonald on 01724 842447 or email to dmacdonald@tsla.co.uk

To apply please submit your completed application form, together with your formal letter of application to Lorna Johnson, PA to the Headteacher and SLT, to ljohnson@tsla.co.uk 

Closing Date : Friday 3rd May 2024  at 9am. Interviews W/C 7th May 2024