Teacher of English

Do you want to make a real difference to the life chances of students and the communities we serve? Do you have the potential to achieve the best possible outcome and highest level of wellbeing for all students? If so, we are looking for a Teacher of English to join our forward-thinking team. Opportunities to join our Castle View School team are increasing as we are a thriving school and the school of choice for our Canvey Island community and we would welcome applications from unqualified teachers looking to start their career in teaching.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Teacher of English, who will enjoy working in a school that values and delivers excellent professional development. The successful candidate will be capable of inspiring students through their passion for the subject and have a firm belief in the potential of all students.

We would welcome applications from Early Careers Teachers; we provide an excellent induction programme, offering guidance and support through the new 2-year induction process in line with the Early Careers Framework.

You must be committed to providing a quality education and experience for all and will need to excel in your classroom practice.

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Believes that every student, regardless of their background or need, can make outstanding progress.
• Is rigorous, relentless, determined, creative, and inspirational in their style and presence as a leader.
• Utilises a variety of teaching methods to present engaging, academically challenging, and thoughtful lessons.
• Is caring and has the drive and passion to continue to develop strong relationships and wellbeing with staff, students, parents, governors and the local community.

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The ideal candidate will be able to display dynamism and determination.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team, who truly aim to make a difference, not only to student life chances and successes, but also developing young people, who contribute to society with kindness and confidence.

We can offer you:

• Enthusiastic, friendly and talented students
• A dedicated, experienced and hardworking team of staff with a strong sense of collective endeavour
• The opportunity to develop professionally within a school, which is supported by a highly effective Trust that is committed to staff wellbeing and development.

 Applications

To apply for the role please download the application form from the vacancy page on https://www.zenithmultiacademytrust.co.uk/vacancies/, completed applications should be submitted to recruitment@zmat.co.uk. CVs will not be accepted without a completed application form.

You must complete the application form fully and give details of all employment, training and gaps in employment since leaving secondary school to the present day. Any additional information, which you wish to bring to the notice of the selection panel should be included in your letter of application (supporting statement). Please ensure you say why and how you meet the criteria from the person specification in your letter of application. Full job description and person specification can be found at the end of this pack.

 Shortlisted applicants may be screened prior to interview by checking social media sites. The purpose of such screening will be to ascertain whether a candidate demonstrates appropriate conduct, behaviour and suitability for employment in a school environment. 

Closing Date: 24th November 24

If you have any queries, wish to discuss the role informally or undertake a visit to the Trust, please do not hesitate to contact us via email recruitment@zmat.co.uk or telephone 01702 426707.

We look forward to receiving your application. You will be notified of your application status within two weeks of the vacancy closing date.