English Teacher (Maternity Cover)EDV/2026/OSVA/45751 in Westergate

Overview

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more. Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people. We are seeking to recruit an English teacher to join our cohesive, professional and supportive English department to cover a period of maternity leave. This is a fantastic time to join our small, vibrant and caring learning community at Six Villages.

We provide students with a safe, positive environment to explore, learn, investigate and develop into confident young adults who are ready to enter an ever changing and competitive world. We aim to stretch, to stimulate and grow a love of life-long learning. We know that academic achievement of the highest order is within our reach and we strive to become a truly outstanding academy. With this in mind we are looking for exceptional professionals to join our staff body who demonstrate the ability to achieve outstanding student outcomes and make a significant difference to the lives of the young people at Six Villages.

In Order To Succeed In This Role You Will:

• Be passionate about teaching English language and English literature.
• Inspire, enthuse and engage students every lesson to produce the highest quality work.
• Have a passion for education and improving the outcomes of students.
• Be well-read and able to articulate their passion for the subject.
• Be confident working with students across the age and ability range.
• Be a dedicated English teacher, eager to contribute to the extra curricular work of the department and wider life of the academy.
• Demonstrate our core values (be ambitious, value community, show respect, persevere, take responsibility and demonstrate kindness).

Benefits Of Working For Ormiston Six Villages Include:

• Pension.
• Free on-site parking and free tea and coffee making facilities.
• Comprehensive CPD provision.
• Loyalty deals in staff canteen.
• Membership to DAS.
• 20% discount on childcare fees at Potter’s Houses.
• Discount at Specsavers for VDU users.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Discount at Virgin Atlantic.

The academy offers an excellent induction. We actively promote continuing professional development and encourage staff to pursue all enhancement programmes. If you have any further queries or wish to arrange a tour of the academy, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Canadas, Administration Manager, on 01243 546802 or by email ccs@ormistonsixvillages.org.uk.

Please apply before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date and close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be found.

Ormiston Six Villages Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered. All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.