Teacher of English
Priestnall School is a popular, over-subscribed 11-16 school situated in the pleasant residential area of Heaton Mersey, Stockport. Our community benefits from wonderful students and a hardworking and committed staff team.
We are currently seeking to appoint a Teacher of English, to join our successful school. English is a thriving department at Priestnall. The appointed candidate will be joining a friendly, effective team who consistently ensure students achieve excellent grades at GCSE.
English is a popular and exciting subject at Priestnall. The appointed candidate will be joining a hard-working and professional team, who work tirelessly to ensure outstanding outcomes for all English students.
Our comprehensive Schemes of Learning are well planned, resourced and considered; ensuring that there is aspiration and interest for all of our learners. The appointed candidate would be expected to teach both KS3 and KS4 English to a high standard.
We are looking for a team-player who wants to immerse themselves within the English team, potentially offering extra-curricular clubs and activities. You should also be a dedicated and engaging Practitioner with a commitment to high standards and ongoing professional development.
We are seeking a well-qualified colleague who has:
- an innovative and creative approach with excellent interpersonal skills;
- the learner at the centre of their vision;
- excellent classroom practice;
- the ability to inspire, challenge, motivate and empower young people to achieve excellence;
- an absolute commitment to achieving the very highest of standards.
The application form and supporting documentation, including a letter from the Headteacher, are available in the ‘Vacancies’ section of the school website as well as other recruitment platforms.
Completed application forms should be emailed to recruitment@priestnall.stockport.sch.uk. Please note we do not accept CV’s. This email address should also be used to submit any queries regarding the role.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and candidates will be expected to adhere to these expectations. Please see our safeguarding statement and Safeguarding Policy included with the application pack for further information on the safeguarding checks carried out.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore you are required to declare: All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (ie that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). It is a criminal offence for an individual who is barred from working with children to apply for a role which is classed as regulated activity.