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Teacher of English Contract term: Permanent (suitable for an ECT)
Full Time Salary: GBP £31,350 - £47,839 per year
Closing Date: 15th April 2024 at 12:00
Start date: September 2024
The successful candidate will:
● Have the vision to fully develop and support the English faculty.
● Be an inspirational communicator and have the skills to both challenge and encourage students to achieve their potential.
● be committed to securing positive student outcomes at Key stage 3, 4 and 5.
● have the ability to think creatively and encourage student engagement.
● be committed to continuous professional development.
This is a brilliant opportunity to work in an extremely experienced and wonderfully led English faculty that sits at the heart of the seven year journey at Roding Valley High School. Our English team have consistently delivered excellent results and have a well-planned, sequenced curriculum that runs from year 7-13. If you are looking to work in a supportive faculty that's led by an extremely experienced team of English specialists, then Roding Valley could be the place for you. We also have an excellent ECT programme, led by a dedicated coordinator. All ECTS would also have a mentor/coach and an induction tutor to support them through their early career years. The school has recently been inspected by Ofsted and to quote the Lead Inspector; "This is a very good school with an outstanding Sixth Form." "Pupils are proud to attend Roding Valley High School. From the time they arrive in Year 7, to when they leave the sixth form, they respond to leaders' high expectations. Parents are positive about the education the school provides. Typical comments praise 'the aspirations for every child' and the 'caring support' from staff." Ofsted September 2022 It is an exciting time in the history of the school with the further development of the sixth form, expansion of pupil numbers, new buildings that provide state-of-the-art learning environments and two new all-weather sports facilities.
We can offer:
● an outstanding ECT provision and support
● a friendly and supportive working environment
● a comprehensive induction programme and the opportunity to engage in further professional development.
● A school that is genuinely committed to developing excellent teaching & learning.
● A school that has a consistently implemented behaviour for learning policy.
● Bike to work Scheme
● freshly made food on-site delivered through our excellent canteen facilities
● An excellent location with great transport links to the London underground and bus connections.
"RVHS is a great place to work as it combines the freedom to be creative in your teaching alongside the support which ensures you are best able to do your job." You will be joining a school with enthusiastic and dedicated leaders at senior and middle leadership levels and a commitment to the professional development of staff. RVHS is keen to embrace an approach that is centred on teaching and learning and academic attainment for our students. RVHS is an 11-18 school in Essex, that enjoys a good reputation in the local area and benefits from excellent transport links, including being adjacent to Loughton tube station (Central Line). For further information see the website www.rodingvalley.net Informal discussions with our Head of Faculty, Louisa Routledge, can be arranged. Please contact lroutledge@rodingvalley.net for more informatio
The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed within its schools to:
Safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety, and the spiritual and cultural development of children and young people;
Promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued;
The fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs
and expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share in this commitment.
As an equal opportunities employer, The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join The Chelmsford Learning Partnership.
In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on an application form, CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. In line with recommended practice the school will conduct searches for information on shortlisted candidates which is publicly available on-line. The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is an equal opportunities employer.
Information about the School
Roding Valley High School is a successful 11-18 school in Loughton and is part of The Chelmsford Learning Partnership. Currently catering for around 1400 pupils, this school boasts an excellent local reputation and fantastic facilities which provide an excellent working and learning environment. The school was graded “good” with outstanding features at the last Ofsted.