Teacher of English

TEACHER OF ENGLISH

SALARY                    :          MPS / UPS

CONTRACT              :          Full time

TERM                        :          Permanent

STARTING DATE    :          September 2025, or sooner by negotiation

RESPONSIBLE TO  :          Head of English

We have an opportunity for an ambitious and enthusiastic Teacher of English to join our successful department.

The Team

 The English department has a wealth of expert teachers that are highly qualified, collaborative and experienced. Our teachers are specialists in their subject areas and offer students a wide variety of enrichment opportunities with an emphasis on building cultural capital.

 What are we looking for:

 We are seeking to appoint an inspirational teacher with a real passion for English who is able to motivate students across the age and ability range. The ability to also teach A Level English Literature and/or English Language and Literature would be highly advantageous.

We welcome applications from experienced or early career teachers. For further information or a discussion regarding the post, please contact the Head of Department, Miss J Ellis. You will be able to demonstrate:

·        Shared passion for wanting the best for our students and school

·        High levels of motivation and passion for making a difference to the lives of young people

·        Excellent knowledge and understanding of the subject

 ·        Awareness of the importance of a diverse and inclusive curriculum

·        Enthusiasm for your subject with the willingness to support extra-curricular opportunities

·        The ability to communicate clearly with good interpersonal skills

·        Good classroom management and organisational skills

 Why work with us

 Burford is an oversubscribed school situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty. This is an excellent school, with a superb environment for learning and a priority given to teacher development. Our aim is to recruit colleagues who will be stimulated by the prospect of working hard to share in our success.

 Additional Staff Benefits

·        Supportive continuous professional development and growth opportunities

·        Health and wellbeing support including access to an Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations and a subsidised Healthcare Plan

·        Teachers Pension scheme membership

·        The school is located within a short walk of a picturesque Cotswold town

As we are a heavily oversubscribed school, children of staff have priority for admission to Burford School.⃰

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed so you can see for yourself what makes Burford School such a special place to work – please contact Sarah Evans, HR Manager, to arrange this.

 The successful candidates will need to meet the person specification in order to be offered the post.

 Burford School is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.

 As part of the vetting procedures, shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search. This isn’t part of the shortlisting process, and there will be a chance to address any issues of concern at interview.

Closing date:            Monday 25 November 2024 (12.00pm)

⃰ Please see relevant Admissions Policy on the school website.