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Teacher of English - Full-time

The Whitstable School, Whitstable

  • Ref:KCC886-4091-409T
  • Posted:27/09/2021
  • Pay:MPS or UPS
  • Start Date:January 2022
  • App Close Date:10/10/2021 at 15:00
  • Interviews:W/C 11th October 2021

Advert

This is a permanent, full time position.

Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic English Teacher who wants to work in a local school where staff work collaboratively and support each other with excellent internal and external CPD?

Due to expansion of pupil numbers an exciting opportunity has arisen for a teacher of English to join our friendly, innovate and supportive department.

If you are able to engage students, have passion for teaching and raising achievement, this could be a fantastic opportunity for you.

The role is suitable for an excellent practitioner, who is either experienced or an NQT.

Join us and benefit from:

  • Excellent facilities including modern and spacious classrooms;
  • An extensive bank of resources;
  • An excellent CPD programme;
  • Being part of a highly successful Trust.

Our school is part of Swale Academies Trust, a leading multi-academy for school improvement. We are privileged to be able to offer our staff a vibrant and ICT-rich working environment, situated in the highly desirable location of Whitstable, Kent.

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

If you are interested in this post, please contact Emma Ritchie, Assistant Headteacher for an informal discussion. emma.ritchie@swale.at and 01227 931300

Applications should be made via Kent Teach.  Please note, we cannot accept CVs. 

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 426091 (option 2)

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Interview Date: W/C 11th October 2021

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure

Information about the school

Why work at The Whitstable school? We have a strong vibrant community of staff whereby teaching and learning can flourish in an environment where respect, discipline, and responsibility are steadfastly upheld so all students can learn and grow without unnecessary disruptions. You will be working in a climate whereby the leadership deeply values languages and will provide both the support, CPD opportunities and resources you require to develop in the role. We are also able to offer Flexible Working for candidates that would like to discuss this.

The Whitstable School is part of the Swale Academies Trust, a leading Multi-Academy Trust for school improvement, situated in the highly desirable location of Whitstable, Kent. Rated by Ofsted in February 2018 as a Good school, we are now embarking on the next stage of our journey to outstanding and are looking for exceptional and inspiring individuals to help us achieve this ambition.

Please visit www.thewhitstableschool.org.uk and our twitter page @TheWhitSchool for more about our school.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS Check and references will be taken up. We are an Equal Opportunities employer and seek to reflect the diverse community we serve. Applications are welcome from anyone who meets the stated requirements; please note that we cannot accept CVs.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Mr Alex Holmes
  • Address:The Whitstable School, Bellevue Road, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1PX
  • Telephone: 01227 931300
  • Email: tws_admin@swale.at

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

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.