Second in English

Second in English (with whole school responsibility for the Reading Strategy)

Pay Scale: MPS/UPR + TLR2a £3,391

Contract: Full time

Contract Term: Permanent

Start Date: January 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter

Are you a committed, inspiring and enthusiastic teacher who is seeking a new middle leadership role in a school where ‘Aspiration for all’ is always at the forefront of students’ learning? A fantastic opportunity has arisen at Boroughbridge High School for a Second in English to join our innovative, supportive and friendly team.

As Second in Department, you will work closely with the newly appointed Head of English and will have the opportunity to build upon this successful department and make a significant contribution to whole school priorities. Along with being Second in Department, you will have whole school responsibility for the reading strategy across the school which includes reading for pleasure and supporting struggling readers.

In return for your hard work and dedication to our school we can offer you a range of benefits. As an employee of Boroughbridge High School you will be entitled to our range of rewards on the NYCC ‘Everybody Benefits’ scheme and, as a school we will also strive to support you through high quality professional development.

If you would like to discuss the post, please contact the Head of English (from January 2025), Julie Wellock (currently Second in Department) at jwellock@boroughbridgehigh.com 

Information on How to Apply

Application forms and further details are available from the school website www.boroughbridgehigh.com Please download an application form and complete. Please use the section 16 “Supporting Evidence” on the application form to demonstrate how you can meet the criteria given in the advert.

Please note CVs will not be accepted. Please do not enclose a covering letter as this will not form part of your application.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all members of staff to share this commitment.

Closing date: Midday, Monday 2nd December 2024

Interviews: To be confirmed

Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post. This will be arranged for the successful candidate.

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment'.

Completed application forms should be returned via email to vacancies@boroughbridgehigh.com or by post to Boroughbridge High school, Wetherby Road, Boroughbridge, YO51 9JX and marked for the attention of Wendy Firth.

Thank you for your interest in this post. If you have not heard from us within 21 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. In that event, we wish you well in your search for a suitable position.