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English Teacher - Second in Department - Full-time

Leigh Academy Hugh Christie, Tonbridge

  • Ref:KCC886-5431-81T
  • Posted:25/01/2019
  • Pay:UPS + TLR2
  • Start Date:Sep 2019
  • App Close Date:28/01/2019 at 16:00
  • Interviews:w/c 4th Feb 2019

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Hugh Christie School is a mixed all ability school in Tonbridge, Kent, rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted in 2017.

Due to an expansion of the curriculum for core subjects, we are excited to offer this opportunity for an inspirational and ambitious teacher of English to join our successful team as the 2nd in department. The appointed applicant will join a supportive team, working alongside a well-established and very successful English department. You will be passionate about English and have the drive to be part of a forward thinking department, focused on developing exciting and engaging learning experiences. 

This position would suit an aspiring teacher of English looking for an opportunity to develop their teaching and learning and leadership skill.

Specific responsibilities will include the development of the English curriculum at Key Stage Three and supporting the Assistant Principal for English in the day to day running of the department. 

The ability to teach A-Level English Literature is desirable, but not essential.

Salary: UPS (Negotiable) + TLR2

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Hugh Christie School

Hugh Christie opened in 1957 as a co-educational school for children of all needs and abilities. Based in Tonbridge with excellent transport links, the school is housed in well maintained buildings on an attractive campus, with excellent facilities.

It is our aim that every child at Hugh Christie is happy, successful and well prepared for adult life. This website provides you with all the important information about how we try to achieve this.

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.