Overview
Teacher of English role at The Forest Academy.
Location: The Forest Academy, IG6 3TN. Salary: M1 to UPS3 (Outer London). Required: As soon as possible.
Thank you for your interest in becoming Teacher of English at The Forest Academy.
Interviews will take place as applications are received – early applications are encouraged.
We are incredibly proud of our recent achievements: The Forest Academy is one of the top 25 fastest improving schools in London based on 2024 results at Key Stage 4, with attendance in the top 10% nationally. We are seeking a dynamic and inspirational teacher who is ambitious, with a real passion for their subject, and who will be a reflective practitioner committed to developing and improving teaching. We believe in providing an exceptional curriculum and the very best teaching for our students, and in helping them have high aspirations.
The successful applicant will have high expectations and will appreciate their role in helping our students to have high aspirations. We welcome applications from teachers with any level of experience – ECTs or more experienced teachers.
Senior: Entry level. Employment type: Full-time.
Note: Ofsted, 2023 said the following about the school: Leaders and governors have high expectations for all pupils, pupils feel safe and are happy, staff have a positive working relationship with pupils, leaders have designed an ambitious and well-ordered curriculum, teachers have strong subject knowledge, and pupils learn in a calm environment with high attendance.
Responsibilities
* Develop and deliver engaging and effective English lessons that raise student achievement and inspire a love of the subject.
* Maintain high expectations and be a reflective practitioner focused on continuous improvement.
* Contribute to shaping an exceptional curriculum and deliver high-quality teaching.
* Support students to have high aspirations and demonstrate care for their learning and progress.
* Collaborate with colleagues to ensure effective teaching and learning across the department.
Qualifications and Requirements
* All levels of experience considered (ECTs welcome).
* Enhanced DBS (with list checks) is required for this post.
* Awareness of safeguarding and child protection policies.
Documents and Interview Process
* The below documents must be read prior to applying and will be factored into interviews:
* Keeping Children Safe in Education
* BMAT – Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy
Please note we reserve the right to close or extend this position depending on application numbers; candidates are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
Additional notes
* We are a school which trusts our teachers and leaders to make the right decisions for their areas of responsibility and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.
* We offer professional development and opportunities for career progression within the Trust.
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