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Head of English
To start Easter 2019
Culture, Character, Commitment, Currency
Colchester Academy is a thriving secondary school, looking for a passionate, enthusiastic and driven Head of English to join its dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to help continue to raise standards across the school and to drive the English faculty further on its already successful journey.
Colchester Academy is a secondary school located in the heart of Colchester, Essex, and recently graded 'GOOD' by OFSTED (2018). This is an incredibly exciting time in our journey, as we are in the process of joining a local Academy Chain, South Suffolk Learning Trust (SSLT).
We are looking to appoint someone intent upon driving up standards, delivering excellent teaching and inspiring the same in others, and helping lead the school towards excellence.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within Colchester Academy, a school committed to excellence in everything we do.
This role provides excellent opportunities for career progression and advancement. Colchester Academy is committed to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and training, and the culture is one of equality and fairness built on relationships developed out of mutual trust and respect.
For further information, job description and to apply please visit https://colchesteracademy.org.uk/our-school/work-for-us/.
To apply for this position an application form must be completed in full.
If you have any questions or would like to visit the Academy, please contact Michelle Robinson, 01206 878878.
Closing date: 22nd January 2019 midday
Interview date: tbc
Salary: Leadership 6-10
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Colchester Academy is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Information about the School
Colchester Academy is a mixed, comprehensive, non-denominational secondary school situated in Colchester, Essex. Colchester Academy first opened in September 2010 and boasts a state of the art building with modern design and a wealth of technology. We are part of a small local Academy Chain, Penrose Learning Trust. Our core purpose is "To be the change for those who need it most", with our mission being "Striving for excellence; ensuring equity". This translates into the values of "Resilience; Excellence; Respect", these we live - everyday. We challenge students academically as well as providing a range of opportunities for them to receive a well-rounded learning experience.