Second in Charge - English Faculty

We are looking to appoint an inspirational, conscientious, committed Second in Charge to join our successful English Faculty.

The English Department at Drapers’ Academy is highly qualified, creatively-minded and fully committed to developing excellent practice in teaching and learning. Drawing on our academic specialisms and breadth of learning, we aim to encourage an enthusiasm for literature that extends far beyond the classroom, while developing in pupils the skills that will enable them to flourish academically and gain vital experience for life. Pupils learn how to respond critically to the uses of language they encounter, not only in literary texts, but also in the world around them. We encourage wider-reading and believe in the importance of developing a personal, creative and critical voice.

Our Key Stage 3 students cover a broad and exciting curriculum using the Mastery Curriculum model, which has the threads of GCSE readiness running through it from Year 7. Each year, pupils study a 19th Century text, a 20th Century text, a Shakespeare play and have exposure to poetry. Lessons also include Mastery Writing to ensure writing is technically accurate and all year groups participate in fortnightly reading for pleasure. The Faculty have timetabled library time and work together to make reading central to our curriculum.

All pupils take English Language and English Literature in their GCSE years. These studies culminate in the sitting of the AQA 9-1 English Language and AQA English Literature examinations at the end of Year 11. Students develop their knowledge of classical literature from the study of ‘A Christmas Carol’ and ‘Macbeth’, moving on to a modern play ‘An Inspector Calls’ by Priestley. In every term students also build upon their Language skills based around non-fiction texts and practice creative and transactional writing.

The A-Level English Literature course is exciting and stimulating and leaves students with a detailed knowledge of literary works across the ages, helping to build vital skills for further academic study. The course is structured with thought-provoking and well-chosen texts, allowing for exciting in-depth study of individual works. The Department is successful in encouraging a number of students to read English at leading universities.

The English team at Drapers’ is made up of friendly, encouraging and dedicated professionals who welcome new teachers and trainees alike. We are as committed to developing our own learning as teachers, as we are passionate about improving the opportunities of all our pupils.

If you are committed to striving for excellence in teaching and learning and want to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people who deserve the best that we can give, then this role is for you.

Drapers’ Academy has much to offer:

• March 2020: Ofsted Good for all aspects including the Sixth Form
• A clear vision to deliver high standards of education and serve our community
• State-of-the-art campus surrounded by acres of countryside
• Committed, generous sponsors: The Drapers Company and Queen Mary University of London
• Fully subscribed through the school
• An environment that promotes innovation
• Class size averaging 25
• Opportunities to teach across KS3, 4 and 5
• Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme provided by the Education Support Network, offering individual support, information and advice
• Centralised detention model
• Committed and supportive Senior Leadership Team
• Proactive staff led Wellbeing Team
• Our own 6th Form area dedicated to A Level teaching
• Membership of the Havering Teacher Training Partnership and the Ambition Institute to support ECT induction, teacher training and CPD of staff at all levels
• An employer who invests in the development of staff with a commitment to ongoing professional development
• Staff access to our gym
• Close proximity to the M25 (Junction 28, Brentwood) and the A12 for ease of access from London, Kent, Essex or Hertfordshire and ample secure on-site parking
• Short bus journey from Harold Wood (Cross Rail) train station

We welcome staff who wish to visit the school in advance of application. To arrange this, please contact slucey@drapersacademy.com

Applications should be made online. Full details of the post, including the link to the application form, can be found at www.drapers-schools.com/44/current-vacancies

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early upon appointment of a successful candidate.

Closing date: 8th November 2024.

Interviews: w/c 11th November 2024.

Drapers’ Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory employment references. Employees may be asked to work in any Drapers’ Multi-Academy Trust location.