Lead Practitioner of English

Lead Practitioner of English Job

·     Salary: Inner London Pay Scale – L3 – L7 (£58,783 – 64,054) {This is subject to the National Pay Award}

·     Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

·     To Start: January 2025 or at a time by agreement

·     Location: 352 Commercial Road London, E1 0LB, London Borough of Tower Hamlets

There is a wave of change at Bishop Challoner, can you be part of our journey of improvement?

The Governors are looking for an exceptional teacher and inspirational leader to work with our Head of English to advance the department, striving to achieve rapid progress and attain the high academic expectations of our school.

Teaching English from Years 7 to 13, you will need to be an enthusiastic and dynamic teacher, able to lead with assurance and provide clarity on teaching, pedagogy and innovation within English language and Literature. You will be a passionate individual, strongly motivated to make yourself an active part of this diverse community.

Bishop Challoner Catholic School is a vibrant, diverse and inclusive co-educational academy for students aged 11-18, located in the heart of East London. We pride ourselves on welcoming and valuing every individual, fostering a strong sense of belonging for all. Situated in an area of relatively high deprivation, Bishop Challoner is committed to transforming the life opportunities of our students. If you are passionate about making a difference through education, this is the place for you. Our state-of-the-art buildings and facilities, combined with our dedicated and professional staff, create an exciting and supportive environment for both teaching and career development. 

English is a popular subject at the school, attracting high numbers at A-Level. However, we are not complacent – working with a team of passionate and dedicated practitioners, you will contribute to the development of a department that aims to maintain an outstanding reputation.

Lux Mundi Catholic Academy Trust is a thriving multi-academy trust in Inner London. We currently have five academies and plan to grow and add further academies to our family.

This is a fantastic opportunity for exceptional teachers. You do not need to be a practicing Catholic to apply.

We are looking for professionals with:

·      The willingness to support our Catholic Ethos and mission.

·      Evidence of excellent classroom practice or the potential to achieve it.

·      A track record of successful student outcomes across the Key Stages.

·      High expectations of pupil attainment and behaviour.

·      Passion for providing an extensive amount of extra-curricular opportunities for our young people.

If you have the passion and drive to contribute to the future development of the English Department at Bishop Challoner, we look forward to hearing from you.

OFSTED Quotes:

·      “Pupils value their education”

·      “Positive about the changes and routines that new leaders introduced”

·      “New leaders and governors are ambitious and have set high expectations for all. They set about making important changes and have brought about notable improvements” (OFSTED, November 2021)

We Offer:

·      A strong commitment to your professional development and career management – excellent CPD opportunities including bespoke individual and team-based training programmes across all levels.

·      Outstanding support from faculty teams and a designated mentor.

·      Opportunities to be involved with action-based research on topics that match your pedagogical interests.

·      Free gym on site.

·      Cycle to work scheme.

·      On site cycle storage.

·      Free breakfast twice a week.

·      Staff room with outdoor roof terrace and free tea/coffee.

·      A staff wellbeing team that arranges termly celebrations that recognise the contributions staff make to our school.

·      A positive and stimulating school environment which values the contribution of all staff.

How to Apply:

Your application is a direct permanent application to Bishop Challoner.

To apply, please request an application form from Ellie or Francisca at bishopchalloner@hays.com or call them on 0207 259 8770 for more information. Your application is a direct permanent application to our school (not through agency), Hays is our recruitment partner for all permanent appointments. Bishop Challoner reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline.

·      Closing Date:        immediate, no later than Monday, 7th October 2024 at 12 noon

·      Interviews:              TBC

Please note that there are no parking facilities at the school, but we are lucky to be served by a number of transport links including Bus, DLR, Overground and Tube.

Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check. The Governing Body is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please also find the details of our Safeguarding Policy, Staff Code of Conduct and Safer Recruitment