Teacher of English
Blue Coat Church of England School & Music College
Coventry
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- Salary:
- MPS/UPS
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2025
- Apply by:
- 23 September 2024
Job overview
Main Duties and Responsibilities
· Support and work towards the stated Aims and Objectives of this Church of England School as agreed by the Governors
· A close working relationship with other teachers is assumed throughout this document and forms an essential element in the effective operation of this post
· Plan, teach and assess the assigned classes according to the National Curriculum, the agreed departmental curriculum policies and schemes of work, having regard for relevance, differentiation, progression and evaluation of learning
· Adopt a variety of teaching styles suitable to the needs of the pupils
· Monitor, support and encourage pupils in their learning, behaviour and appearance in line with agreed guidelines
· Actively encourage all pupils to take an increasing responsibility for their own learning
· Promote a positive school image by ensuring that pupils’ work is regularly displayed, and that equipment, furniture and fittings are used effectively and are well cared for by pupils
· Monitor pupil behaviour and attendance at individual lessons, promptly reporting concerns through either the academic or pastoral management structure as appropriate
· Participate in the arrangements for Performance Management in accordance with the School’s agreed procedure
· Regularly set and mark appropriate class work and homework, to be completed in accordance with the School’s Homework Policy and published timetable
· Contribute to departmental planning as reasonably required by the Head of Department
· To promptly attend relevant scheduled calendar meetings and the daily briefing meeting
Other Duties
· To carry out any other duties as directed by the Head of Department that are within the scope, purpose and spirit of the role
· Attend regular CPD as required by the school, and other optional relevant CPD to develop good practice
· Undertake further and continuous training appropriate to the post
Safeguarding and Child Protection
· Knows what to do if they have concerns about a child
· Takes on the responsibility for providing a safe environment and promoting children’s welfare
· Undertakes regular safeguarding and child protection training
· Familiarises themselves with Keeping Children Safe in Education part 1 (KCSIE) and local policies and procedures as directed by the trust/academy
Other
· Carries out any other duties as directed by the head of department that are within the scope, purpose and spirit of the role
· Attends regular continuing professional development (CPD) as required by the school, and other optional relevant CPD to develop good practice
· Proactively takes steps to ensure their mental health and wellbeing is protected, seeking further support if appropriate
Attached documents
About Blue Coat Church of England School & Music College
- Blue Coat Church of England School & Music College
- Terry Road, Coventry
- West Midlands
- CV1 2BA
- United Kingdom
Blue Coat is a successful and oversubscribed school in the heart of the city of Coventry. As a Christian school our intake draws from both the local area and across the city and surrounding areas. Consequently we have a diverse intake and a culturally thriving school. The school was graded 'Outstanding' in its SIAMS inspection and 'Good' by Ofsted in May 2023 with 3 'Outstanding' categories. Our most recent Progress 8 score was +0.42. The vast majority of our students stay on into the sixth form and continue their studies.
We have a large and successful Post 16 provision with 350 pupils on average studying either A levels or Vocational Level 3 courses. We have excellent rates of progression to universities, apprenticeships and employment.
You are considering joining the school at an exciting time as we strive to provide an outstanding education for every young person. You will be joining a hardworking and dedicated team of support staff, teachers and senior leaders. We believe that every child can succeed regardless of background or start point and expect the same commitment from all who work with us.
Blue Coat school is a fantastic, supportive place to work and learn and I look forward to receiving your application should you choose to apply.
Staff are committed to providing a supportive and caring Christian environment where excellent educational provision, outstanding pastoral care and a wide and varied programme of extra-curricular opportunities blend together to create an environment where every individual is valued. The school revolves around its core values of Care, Hard Work, Respect, Integrity, Servanthood and Togetherness, creating an environment where students and staff work together in harmony and learn from each other.
Encouraging excellence and nurturing talent leads to our winning combination of academic rigour within a caring community. We offer a broad range of high quality educational opportunities which extend teaching and learning both inside and outside the curriculum to create an exciting and stimulating learning community where all students are expected to use their intelligence and leadership abilities to contribute constructively to the life of the school.
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