Teacher of English

Job Description

The Sir Robert Woodard Academy, part of the Woodard family of schools, is a dynamic and popular 11-18 academy located between Worthing and Brighton, serving the students of Lancing, Sompting and Shoreham.Our aim is that every student is known and nurturedand is provided with teaching and learning experiences enabling them to fulfil their potential. September 2021 has seen significant student growth for the Academy and we expect this upward trend to continue. As such, we are seeking an enthusiastic Teacherwith thorough subject knowledge to join the English department as soon as possible. We welcome applications from colleagues at all stages of their career, including ECTs, who are committed to raising achievement in English.SRWA teaching staff benefit fromthe following:- a collaborative approach and strong collegial relationships; the opportunity to join and/or benefit from Action Research Groups; proven student progress; excellent student behaviour; an extensive CPD programme tailored to skills and experience;strong links with Brighton and Sussex Universities; employee assistance programme, dedicated staff wellbeing space and 1-1 mental health booster sessions available; free use of the Academys fitness suite; free on site car parking and easy access to localpublic transport; cycle to work scheme.Quotes from last full Ofsted inspection report, Feb 2018"Staff morale is high.""Pupils behaviour is good...Pupils come to lessons ready to learn.""An atmosphere of mutual trust and respect are strengths of the school."AStaff well-being survey commissioned externally in July 2021 for SRWA revealed that:These were some areas staff consider to be outstanding: Staff morale Staff workload Job satisfaction, Opportunity for staff to offer ideas Opportunities for staff professionaldevelopment Support from managers and colleagues Equality of opportunities for staff Appreciation of staff achievement/contribution, Induction of new staff Students respect for staff/others.We are committed to meeting the needs of all students by challengingthem to achieve their potential.The English department has achieved good GCSE results over the past few years and the English department is committed to meeting the needs of all students by challenging them to achieve their potential. They are a dynamic teamwith a strong shared purpose and commitment. The development of innovative classroom approaches and the embracing of new technologies means they have taken a leading role in shaping teaching and learning across the school.The Accelerated Reader programme wasintroduced in September 2013 and continues to be a successful tool in developing a reading culture at Key Stage 3.The Curriculum has been designed to ensure that it is sufficiently challenging and engaging; students study a diverse range of texts includingdystopian short stories, romantic poetry and Shakespeares Twelfth Night at KS3. We encourage our students to take their English skills outside of the classroom by offering opportunities to attend creative writing, public speaking, debate and book clubs aswell as launching a school newspaper this year.The English department is housed in our modern building with technology in every classroom. At the heart of the Academy is the Learning Resource Centre, which is an accessible resource for all students and staffas we grow a love of reading in the student body.The successful candidate will:- demonstrate the skills of a good teacher be able to interest, encourage and engage students provide appropriate levels of challenge so that all students make good progress usemethods and resources that enable all students to learn effectively use assessment information effectively to plan the next steps in students learning make effective use of their time secure high standards of behaviour from students be able to demonstratea proven track record of recent and successful class teaching in mixed ability classes of aged 11-18 students (or of successful training for ECTs).Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to interview and, if necessary, withdraw the advertisementbefore the closing date, should the right candidate be appointed. Visits to the Academy are welcomed.The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share in this commitment. All posts will be subjectto safeguarding and vetting checks, including the receipt of two satisfactory references. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal record self-declaration form. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure &Barring Service (DBS) Check, therefore individuals on the childrens barred list (and adults barred list where relevant) should not apply. There is a six month probation period for all post-holders.The Academy is committed to equality of opportunity. We positivelywelcome applications from all sections of the community.