Teacher of English with Raising Standards Leader for Literacy and Intervention
Location: Southampton (at a rapidly improving school)
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Key Stage: KS3/KS4
Are you a passionate and ambitious English teacher looking to take the next step in your career? Do you have a vision for raising standards in literacy and a commitment to driving student achievement? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
We are seeking to appoint a talented and enthusiastic Teacher of English to take on the role of Raising Standards Leader for Literacy and Intervention. This role is based at a secondary school in Southampton, known for its strong sense of community and recent improvements under new leadership. With a growing student population of 1,163, the school is on an exciting journey of rapid improvement and change.
Why This Role?
1. Leadership Opportunity
This role offers an ideal next step for a teacher looking to advance their career towards leadership. You will be joining a dedicated and successful team, working collaboratively to deliver an engaging and aspirational curriculum. As the Raising Standards Leader for Literacy and Intervention, you will play a crucial role in driving up standards of literacy across the school, with the support of a well-resourced department and a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) dedicated to small group interventions and one-to-one tutoring for disadvantaged and vulnerable students.
2. Supportive Environment
The school prides itself on its positive and optimistic working environment, where staff well-being, student welfare, progress, and high standards of behaviour and achievement are at the forefront. You will benefit from strong internal training programmes, including opportunities for ECT, RQT, and Middle Leader development, as well as access to external professional networks through PiXL and local school alliances.
3. Career Development
This role is not just a job, but a significant step in your personal career development. The school offers extensive professional development opportunities, designed to help you fulfil your career ambitions and grow as a leader in education.
4. Excellent Facilities
The school boasts a well-equipped campus, including free access to gym and swimming facilities. Staff can also enjoy heavily discounted leisure and sports classes, preferential rates for family members, and discounted childcare placements at the on-site Hamble Early Years Centre.
5. Convenient Location
With free on-site parking and good public transport links (bus/rail), the school is easily accessible for staff. The location in Southampton offers the convenience of city life while being part of a welcoming and supportive school community.
What We’re Looking For:
- Passion for English and Literacy: A committed and inspiring teacher with a strong vision for raising literacy standards across the school.
- Experience in KS3/KS4: Experience teaching English at KS3/KS4 is essential, with a proven track record of achieving strong results.
- Leadership Potential: This role is perfect for someone aspiring to move into leadership, with the ability to lead initiatives that will drive student achievement in literacy.
- Commitment to Student Success: A dedication to supporting students of all backgrounds, including those who are disadvantaged or vulnerable, to achieve their best outcomes.
- Collaboration: A team player who is eager to work within a supportive and ambitious department, sharing good practice and contributing to the school’s ongoing improvement.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
This is a unique opportunity to join a school on the rise and make a real impact on student outcomes. If you’re ready to take the next step in your teaching career, apply now to become the Teacher of English with Raising Standards Leader for Literacy and Intervention through Teaching Personnel.
Contact: phoebe.dalgas@teachingpersonnel.com
Join us and help shape the future of education in Southampton, while advancing your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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