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    Head of English Department - London, United Kingdom - Bishop Challoner Catholic School

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    Head of English Faculty

    · Salary: Inner London Pay Scale – MPS/UPS (£36,745 to £56,959) + TLR1d (£15,690)

    · Contract Type: 1 Year Maternity Cover, Full Time

    · To Start: September 2024

    · Location: 352 Commercial Road London, E1 0LB, London Borough of Tower Hamlets

    There is a wave of change at Bishop Challoner, can you be part of our journey of improvement?

    The Governors seek to appoint an outstanding practitioner who can offer vision, energy and creativity in leading the teaching in English This is an integral, highly valued role to driving the school forward. The Governors are looking for someone with the drive, ideas and management experience to help maintain the high standards of the school.

    From September 2023, Bishop Challoner's two schools merged, creating one co-educational school. The school has 1232 students on roll, including 211 in the Sixth Form.Bishop Challoner is in an area of relatively high deprivation which transforms the life opportunities of children. If you came into teaching to transform lives, then this is an opportunity for you to do so. We have state of the art buildings and facilities and dedicated professional staff - Bishop Challoner is an exciting and supportive environment in which to work and develop your career.

    We have state of the art buildings and facilities and dedicated professional staff - Bishop Challoner is an exciting and supportive environment in which to work and develop your career.

    English is a popular subject at the school, attracting high numbers at A-Level. However, we are not complacent – working with a team of passionate and dedicated practitioners, you will contribute to the development of a department that aims to maintain an outstanding reputation.

    This is a fantastic opportunity for exceptional teachers. You do not need to be a practicing Catholic to apply.

    We Offer:

    • A strong commitment to your professional development and career management – excellent CPD opportunities including bespoke individual and team-based training programmes across all levels.
    • A supportive environment in which your enthusiasm with be encouraged, nurtured and rewarded.
    • A working environment focused on Teaching and Learning and raising standards for all.
    • Opportunities to be involved with action-based research on topics that match your pedagogical interests.
    • Free gym on site.
    • Cycle to work scheme.
    • On site cycle storage.
    • Free breakfast twice a week.
    • Staff room with outdoor roof terrace and free tea/coffee.
    • A staff wellbeing team that arranges termly celebrations that recognise the contributions staff make to our school.
    • A positive and stimulating school environment which values the contribution of all staff.

    OFSTED Quotes:

    "Pupils value their education"

    "Positive about the changes and routines that new leaders introduced"

    "New leaders and governors are ambitious and have set high expectations for all. They set about making important changes and have brought about notable improvements"

    (OFSTED, November 2021)

    We are looking for professionals with:

    • The willingness to support our Catholic Ethos and mission.
    • Have the energy and commitment and vision to make a real difference.
    • Evidence of excellent classroom practice or the potential to achieve it.
    • A track record of successful student outcomes across the Key Stages.
    • High expectations of pupil attainment and behaviour.
    • Have the ability to inspire and motivate and be able to develop the potential of colleagues and students.
    • Passion for providing an extensive amount of extra-curricular opportunities for our young people.
    • Proven track record in raising performance in English.

    If you have the passion and drive to lead the English Faculty forward at Bishop Challoner, we look forward to hearing from you.

    How to Apply:

    To apply, you are required to complete our school application form. Please request an application form from Ellie or Francisca for more information.

    Your application is a direct permanent application to our school (not through agency), Hays is our recruitment partner for all permanent appointments.

    • Date: Tuesday, 14th May 2024 at 12 noon
    • TBC

    Please note that there are no parking facilities for visitors at the school, but we are lucky to be served by a number of transport links including Bus, DLR, Overground and Tube.

    Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check. The Governing Body is an Equal Opportunity Employer.



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