Overview
You will work as part of the wider faculty in the school, which has proven to be a strong successful faculty and you will be well supported by the Head of Faculty and TLR holders in the faculty. Wellspring Academy Trust and Beacon Academy believe in investing in our staff. We have a strong CPD offer and all new staff will receive a supportive induction programme and this post may be of interest to an ECT. If you are driven to ensure the highest possible standards of teaching and learning, progress and achievement, then we warmly invite you to apply and join our convivial team. We are a small school and so it is possible to develop strong relationships. To support this we are introducing a new coaching group approach for staff and students in September. Our students are enthusiastic and enjoy interactive lessons from passionate teachers, they respond well to strong trusting relationships with staff. Having recently appointed new leaders at the academy, Beacon Academy has a renewed focus on student development, both academically and in personal growth. We are about to embark in new and innovative strategies in school so this would be an exciting time to join the team.
Role
We are inviting applications to join Beacon Academy as a full time Teacher of English. This is a permanent post and may suit either an experienced practitioner or a teacher new to the profession. Teaching both Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students, this post provides an exciting opportunity to work with students who respond well to fun dynamic learning from a teacher who can build strong relationships. The academy offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated, experienced and enthusiastic person to join our strong English team at Beacon Academy.
Location and Start
The academy is moving in October to a brand new multi-million pound building with up-to-date facilities from October half term.
Trust and School Context
The academy is part of Wellspring Academy Trust, which was recently awarded the title of Multi Academy Trust of the year. The Trust and school have a relational approach to education while maintaining high standards and expectations. The values of the Trust are matched by the school: "We make a difference". If you share this philosophy, this may be the job for you.
Safeguarding and Recruitment
Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore you are required to disclose any spent convictions, cautions, warnings, or reprimands which are not protected. As this role involves working with children in regulated activity, it is an offence to apply for the role if barred from engaging in regulated activity with children. References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates, prior to attendance at interview. Further pre-employment checks, including prohibition from teaching, childcare disqualification and section 128 checks, if deemed relevant for the role, will be completed for the successful candidate upon acceptance of the post.
Equality and Diversity
We are committed to equal opportunities and to promoting diversity. We want our people to reflect the diversity of our communities, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.
Overseas Applicants
Important Note for Overseas Applicants: If you are currently living overseas or have lived/worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal records check from the country/countries you have resided in, if you are the preferred candidate for the post.
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