Teacher of English (2nd in Dept)
New Road Academy
Telford and Wrekin
- New
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS
- Job type:
- Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 12 January 2025
Job overview
Teacher of English (2nd in Department)
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR2c
A unique opportunity has arisen to join a passionate team of staff at New Road Academy.
We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of English (2nd in Department)
New Road Academy is a forward-thinking organisation which maintains high expectations of staff and students.
The successful candidate will have a passion for achieving excellent outcomes for young people. Teach engaging and challenging lessons that are grounded in cognitive science informed pedagogy. Value enrichment opportunities and be passionate about delivering a high quality extra-curricular programme. Recognise the value of learning beyond the classroom and help shape global citizens by enhancing the understanding of the world we live in. Have the willingness to work with colleagues and reflect upon their practice.
Should you require any other details please contact Yasmin Hughes at yasmin.hughes@lct.education
Closing date for applications is: 12th January 2025. Interviews TBC
The Learning Community Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All post holders working in regulated activity with children, are required to have an enhanced DBS check (including a check on the children’s barred list).
References will be required for all shortlisted candidates, prior to interview and these will be checked following the Learning Community Trust recruitment and selection process. In line with the Statutory Guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education an online check will also be undertaken for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview. Shortlisted candidates will also be required to complete a criminal self-disclosure declaration, posts that involve working in regulated activity are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act, please note it is a criminal offence for individuals on the barred list for children to apply for any post working with children. For more information, please refer to The MOJ’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, for information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.
We are committed to equality and diversity and follow the Safer Recruitment practices as set out in the Statutory Guidance - Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Attached documents
About New Road Academy
- New Road Academy
- New Road, Wrockwardine Wood, Telford
- Shropshire
- TF2 7AB
- United Kingdom
New Road Academy is a co-educational secondary academy based in Telford, Shropshire, for students aged 11-16.
The school opened in September 2015 with the capacity for approximately 1,200 students. Facilities include: a Learning Resource Centre to encourage a love of reading and independent research skills; a dedicated ICT suite; well-equipped Art and Technology rooms; and a 300-seat theatre with multiple performance opportunities. Sports facilities include a 3G pitch, swimming pool, tennis courts, and a full athletics track and field.
The school is sponsored by the Learning Community Trust.
Headteacher
Mrs Bell (Headteacher) Mr Bradnick-Thompson (LCT Associate Principal)
Values and vision
New Road's approach is based on a fundamental belief that all young people have talent and the potential to achieve more than they ever thought possible.
The school firmly believes that excellent standards and outstanding progress are a prerequisite for success in life, equipping young people with the skills and knowledge they will need to be successful, happy and productive citizens.
It is also believed that excellent relationships for learning are a requirement for all other achievements. It is understood that relationships that engender respect between young people, and all other members of the school, will ensure learning can be fun in a disciplined and caring environment where the highest expectations are the norm.
School staff are expected to instil in students a sense of pride in who they are and what they achieve.
Ofsted
The Telford Priory School has had full inspection in March 2022.
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