Teacher of English

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Sector: Education |
Job Type: Schools / Academies - Teaching roles, Secondary School, English |
Contract Type: Permanent |
Working Pattern: See advert details |
Hours: Full-Time, Part-Time

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated professional to join our English faculty. We are looking for an inspiring and excellent practitioner to join us.

The successful applicant will:

• Be an excellent classroom practitioner with a passion for teaching and learning;
• Be able to teach English up to A Level;
• Have an ability to engage, enthuse and motivate students and staff;
• Have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
• Deliver a curriculum that inspires and engages students and provides an aspirational and challenging learning experience;
• Be a committed, highly competent, energised, reflective and resilient individual;
• Possess the skills and determination to make a profound difference to the lives of our students by sharing our belief in the highest standards of academic achievement in an inclusive setting.

You will demonstrate commitment and understanding to ensure every student receives the personal support and challenge needed to progress and reach their full potential. We are dedicated to delivering a stimulating and enjoyable learning experience, drawing from a wealth of extended learning environments and enrichment activities. We pride ourselves on being a place where everyone wants to work, recognizing the excitement and togetherness at all career stages.

We invest in relationships, foster strong teams, share good and innovative practice, and promote learners’ achievements to be the best they can be.

Our motivation is that every child can achieve their targets with the right support. We understand students’ starting points and scaffold their progress to the next level. If you share this vision and want to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

We will play to your strengths and offer you:

• A range of benefits including cycle to work, free parking, an employee discount scheme, and a laptop/iPad;
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and recognition;
• An annual Learning & Teaching Conference for all teaching staff.

We are proud to be part of Castle Phoenix Trust, which facilitates collaboration among colleagues and leaders, access to effective CPD, and professional development opportunities. The Trust is committed to investing in staff and achieving the best outcomes for our students. Our core values include Respect to All, From All, Innovation, and Collaboration.

Foxford has much to be proud of. We are a place focused on excellence and continuous improvement.

Closing date: 9:00am Tuesday 24 June 2025.

Previous applicants need not reapply. Early applications are encouraged as the Trust may call suitable candidates for interview before the closing date.

Please note, an online search may form part of the recruitment process following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2024.

This position is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and appointment is conditional upon a satisfactory DBS check. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, expecting all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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