Teacher of English

Teacher of English

Salary: MPS/UPS

Hours:

1.0 FTE Core school hours – Part‑time hours will be considered.

The Ferrers School is seeking an enthusiastic English teacher to join the English Department. We are looking for a creative, passionate and energetic teacher who can work alongside the team as we strive to bring about rapid improvement and secure better progress for our learners. The post is suitable for Early Career Teachers.

The successful candidate will be a highly committed team player, with a passion for English and an understanding of the strategies required to motivate and inspire students. They will play a part in promoting the subject throughout the school and be a valued part of a welcoming, supportive department.

Our vision is that English should be a creative and supportive environment where students and staff enjoy lessons. We expect students to work hard and participate, in line with our expectations in The Ferrers Framework.

• Qualified Teacher Status and degree in a specialist subject
• Experience of teaching at KS3 to KS4
• Evidence of securing high outcomes from students
• Ability to use IT to support effective teaching and learning
• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Effective form tutoring and commitment to the importance of pastoral support
• Understanding and pride in the five values of all Meridian Trust schools
• Belief that students make the best progress when teaching is well planned and well delivered

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff, which include:

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities to gain specialist knowledge in your role
• Opportunity to jump‑start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
• Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on‑site parking
• Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion, and equality of opportunity for all staff. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) and online searches.