Teacher of English

Start date: 1st September 2017

Sir William Robertson Academy is a popular and successful 11-18 comprehensive school situated in delightful rural surroundings on the Lincolnshire/Nottinghamshire border.  Pupils with a positive approach to learning, a committed staff and a supportive body of parents have helped to create a school which was judged by OFSTED (June 2015) to be ‘Good’ in every area of its provision.  Sir William Robertson Academy has been acknowledged as one of the top 100 non selective state-funded schools in England.

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic Teacher of English to join a successful forward-looking department.  Successful applicants will have the opportunity to teach English Language, English Literature, or Media Studies up to A Level.

Pupil attainment and progress in English is significantly above national average.  In 2016, 74% of pupils gained A*-C in GCSE English Language and 78% of pupils made three levels of progress.

For an exceptional and inspiring newly qualified teacher, there will be the opportunity to be paid on a full qualified salary from 1st July 2017 to develop the resources you will use to inspire our students from September 2017.  Applications are, however, equally welcome from NQTs or more experienced practitioners.

We will offer you:

• A competitive salary

• A professional, hardworking and supportive team of staff with the capability and desire to raise our pupils’ achievement even further

• Enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn and are proud of their school

• Health benefits package

• Childcare voucher scheme

• Cycle to Work scheme

• CPD opportunities through two Teaching School Alliances and PiXL

We are an Equal Opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.  Successful applicants will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check and other rigorous recruitment checks.

Please visit the school website for an application pack www.swracademy.org

Please complete the application form and return with your letter of application to Mrs Samantha Quincey.  Email applications welcome hr@swracademy.org

Closing date: Noon, Friday 3rd February 2017