St Clere's School
Location
Thurrock, Essex | United Kingdom
Job description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an inspirational English Teacher to join our successful English Department. We are seeking to appoint a talented, enthusiastic, ambitious and driven English Teacher to join our school to deliver inspiring English lessons at St Clere’s and help provide a high quality, comprehensive and meaningful education for all learners. We aim to empower our learners so they can apply their acquired skills throughout their lives and to excel in the chosen career.
The opening of our brand new sixth form at St Clere’s School in 2023 was a very exciting opportunity for new staff, as well as young people in the local area. We are incredibly lucky to have highly skilled and collaborative teachers who have experience in teaching post 16 at St Clere’s and we welcome the opportunity for new members of staff to join our pre-existing team. As the sixth for expands and we welcome a second cohort of students in 2024, we are looking for people to join us who are equally excited about the journey we are on.
This is a great chance for a candidate with excellent subject knowledge to join our teaching team to help deliver English curriculum across KS3/4 to engage all of our students. As an English Teacher, you will be responsible for securing the best possible outcomes for our students. We expect all of our students to be challenged, inspired and to believe in their abilities. You will have energy, enthusiasm and flexibility to enable students to achieve the highest possible standards by demonstrating the highest quality of teaching, learning and assessment. In addition to having a genuine passion for teaching and wanting to improve the life chances of students at St Cleres.
The successful candidate will join a highly supportive and motivated team of superbly collaborative teachers committed to a creative and stimulating approach to teaching and learning, and to in still passion in our students. Applications from teachers at any stage in their career are welcome: teachers with the ambition to train to become Lead Practitioners; Early Career Teachers; or experienced unqualified teachers who are prepared to train to gain qualified teacher status. Applications from teachers with the ambition to progress through the trust network of the school will also be accepted, as Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust is committed to supporting the right candidates who have a keen interest in seeking career development.
St Clere’s School is a high achieving, oversubscribed school with a “Good” Ofsted rating and consistently high student outcomes, demand for places is increasing year on year. With approx. 1200 students attending from across Thurrock. We are a popular choice for families because our students succeed in many ways and are taught by staff who teach with great energy and expertise in an environment that has exceptional facilities . We have a stunning range of facilities including a state-of-the-art Drama studio, fully refurbished Science labs, two Sports Pavilions, a 3G floodlit all-weather pitch, and a well-stocked Library with research facilities and high-quality study space. In addition, we have high-specification classrooms with up-to-date ICT resources which enhance the teaching for all students and providing a comfortable environment in which to learn.
‘Persequi Optima’ (the pursuit of excellence) is our school motto and our mission is to provide a high-quality, comprehensive and meaningful education for all learners. We do this by providing an engaging curriculum in a safe and inspirational environment where high standards and expectations encourage success. We aim to empower our learners so they can apply their acquired skills or knowledge and confidently express themselves throughout their lives and future careers. Our high standards are achieved through effective leadership, outstanding teaching and committed stakeholder engagement from the Trust, Governance and community.
St Clere’s School is a member of Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust a Multi-Academy Trust, with twelve member schools within Essex. All schools in the Trust work in equal partnership and are members of the schools’ Co-operative Society. Our Co-operative Values focus on enabling all students to achieve their potential both academically and as young people.
What the school can offer:
If you feel you could make a positive contribution to the school, and you have the passion, drive and commitment to work with us to make all aspects of our school outstanding, please apply now or you can request a visit of the school. For more information speak to Abbie Stonehouse [email protected] or call 01375 648901.
St Clere’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on our formal application form, CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer. As a Trust, we recognise the value of, and seek to achieve a diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement () for more information.
If you would like to be considered for this post, application forms are available via our website Vacancies in our Trust (osborne.coop)
Closing date: Thursday 21st March 2024, Midday
Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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