Head Of English

Hours of work: 32.5 Hours
Working pattern: Full-time

Closing date: Thursday 11 April 2024

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
The Turing School
Larkspur Drive
Eastbourne
East Sussex
BN23 8EJ

Phone:   01323 465700
Email:     tts-office@swale.at
Website: www.theturingschool.org.uk

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.  

The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision.  Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.  

If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.  

• The Turing School
• MPS/UPS + TLR2A (£7847)
• September 2024 start

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Head of English to lead the department. The successful candidate will have the vision and creativity, to inspire students and lead the continued development of the English department. 

In addition to the conditions laid out in the generic Job Description for teachers as outlined in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document, you will:

• Have responsibility for raising standards in quality of teaching and learning in the subject area.
• Be responsible for liaising with the school SLT and teachers, setting and working towards curriculum goals based on engagement and attainment. 
• Commit to your own personal training and development.

We are looking for candidates who:

• Are able to develop, implement and deliver an inspiring curriculum in a vibrant learning environment;
• Have the ability and passion to motivate and make English interesting and relevant to pupils;
• Have obtained at least a high quality degree in a related subject area;
• Have high expectations and aspirations for all students;
• Are committed to our vision to ensure student well-being and good progress is at the heart of everything we do.

Part of Swale Academies Trust, The Turing School is at its heart, a community school.  We pride ourselves on knowing all of our students and families, and we work together to support and develop our young people into becoming successful, confident and happy young adults.  

Join us to benefit from:

• Excellent on-site facilities;
• Bank of resources across the Trust;
• Excellent CPD programme;
• Being part of a highly successful Trust;
• Cycle to work scheme;
• An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – supporting wellbeing and providing advice to all employees;
• Recruitment referral incentives;
• Free parking on site.

We thank you for your interest. If you would like to know more about our school, please visit our website: https://www.theturingschool.org.uk/

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack. Details are also available to download from our website www.theturingschool.org.uk

If you are interested in this post and would like further information, please contact Gemma Sorrell-Fleet, Office Manager for an informal discussion.  gemma.sorrellfleet@swale.at and 01323 465700

Completed applications should be sent to Gemma Sorrell-Fleet, Office Manager, gemma.sorrellfleet@swale.at or by post to The Turing School, Larkspur Dr, Eastbourne BN23 8EJ. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.  

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at  or 01795 905989 (option 2)

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Interview Date: w/c 22nd April 2024

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure