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SalaryWe are delighted to offer the opportunity for an enthusiastic and passionate Teacher of English to join our friendly and dedicated team on a full time, permanent basis from September 2024 or sooner. A TLR is available with this position for suitable candidates.
You will be joining an already successful team, teaching English to pupils across KS3 to KS5. We offer both Language and Literature, and Literature at A Level. This year, the English Department achieved a Progress score of 0.86 which we are extremely proud of, and we are looking for a Teacher of English whose passion and excellent subject knowledge can further develop the achievement of our students. Fundamentally, you will encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve the best of their ability and encourage a love of English! In the English department, we take every opportunity to support each other, and we have a well-planned and heavily resourced curriculum to share best practice. We promote a love of reading and work closely with our librarian, participating in Harry Potter Book Days and World book days – anything to share our love of reading with the students.
Cardinal Newman is a highly successful 11-18 Catholic comprehensive school set in 37-acre grounds in the pleasant outskirts of Coventry. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant contribution to the future success of our school. We are determined to continue to, to meet the needs of our students in an ever-changing world and we are confident that we will achieve our vision, which is simple: to become an outstanding school in all we do.
This is also a very exciting time to join our school as we prepare for the development of a brand-new school opening in January 2026.
We are located within easy access of all areas of Coventry and commutable from surrounding areas such as Birmingham, Solihull, Leamington Spa and Sutton Coldfield.
Why join Cardinal Newman Catholic School?
A well-motivated body of students A friendly, enthusiastic, and supportive staff CPD programmes to support and develop teachers in their career progression. A vibrant programme of extra-curricular activities, which broaden the experience of our students. A caring ethos with strong international links and a commitment to actively supporting global charity and fundraising projects. National College membership Access to our gym facilities and opportunities to get involved in staff-organised sports. Our staff-led wellbeing group and common room association where we plan social events for all our staff are welcome to participate. Staff Benefits –including cycle to work scheme, car benefits, home and electronics and care first support offering counselling and support services.
We have an amazing team of staff who make sure our students are given every opportunity to fulfil their true potential and we pride ourselves on excellent relationships, where we work together to form a happy, loving, and caring community, based on clear boundaries, accepted values and high expectations.
If you share our values and ethos, we would love to hear from you!
Informal visits and conversations about the post are most welcome. For more information and to apply, please contact Hayley McDonagh on the below details:
T: 07936 047 096
E: Hayley.McDonagh@hays.com
Closing Date: 10th April 2024
Interview Date: 12th April 2024
Early enquiries and applications are encouraged as we may interview suitable candidates sooner.
Previous applicants need not apply.
As part of our strong commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022 (KCSIE), online searches will be undertaken for prospective shortlisted candidates.
