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Teacher of English | January 2027
St Paul's Way Trust is an outstanding 'Through School' with a track record of innovation. Drawing extensively on academic research, the school provides a unique curriculum experience centred on our vision of a "transformational education for all."
We are seeking to appoint a motivated and reflective Teacher of English, suitable for Early Career Teachers or experienced colleagues, who shares our commitment to inclusion, high expectations and the belief that every young person can succeed. The successful candidate will join a dynamic, well-resourced and highly successful English Faculty, benefiting from excellent support, professional development and opportunities to refine or extend their practice, depending on experience.
This is an excellent career opportunity for a colleague who is passionate about the entitlement of young people to a knowledge-rich English curriculum, built around challenging, high-quality literature - aligning with the work of practitioners such as Christine Counsell and David Didau. You will be joining an incredibly hard-working and passionate team and will work with dynamic and supportive management. The English faculty is also a high performing team; in August 2023, the faculty celebrated 100% A*-C at A level and 91% Grade 4+ at GCSE level. The team works collaboratively to continue to raise attainment but also provide the powerful knowledge our students need to be effective scholars of the subject discipline, fostering a love of language and literature.
We are looking for an individual who:
- Has a calm, professional and approachable manner to support the raising of attainment of all students they teach
- Will contribute to an inspiring, innovative and caring team
- Is passionate about students' entitlement to powerful knowledge within the subject discipline
- Is proactive and has exceptional classroom skills
We will offer:
- Enthusiastic, courteous and considerate students who behave well and have good attitudes to learning
- An exceptional, well-resourced learning environment
- A supportive and friendly team of staff
St Paul's Way Trust School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS Check.
Qualifications
Qualified Teacher Status essential
Experience
- Experience of working with young people at secondary level
- Relevant experience/training in teaching at all Key Stages and confidence in delivering the curriculum.
Experience/Knowledge
- Experience of using information systems including computerised systems in an administrative environment
Personal Attributes
- Teamwork
- Passionate belief in the success of young people in the subject and in teaching and obtaining high standards.
Qualifications
QTS
Safeguarding Information
All posts involving direct contact with children and vulnerable adults are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Disclosure and Barring Service website.
In line with Safer Recruitment guidelines and legal obligations to ensure that safeguarding is a paramount consideration in recruitment processes, employers are required to carry out an enhanced DBS check for this role. To supplement this, we ask you to confirm whether or not you have ever been convicted of a criminal offence which is not 'protected'. If you answer 'yes', you will be asked to supply details of all relevant convictions at a later stage, should your application be progressed.
Information given in response to this question will not be used during the shortlisting process. The data will only be referred to if your application is progressed, informing the pre-employment checking process.
The University Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Check.
https://www.ust.london/policies/child-protection-safeguarding
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In accordance with our Company Policies and KCSIE guidelines set out by the Department for Education, a background check will be carried out on your online digital presence. For this we use a third-party professional screening partner, SP Index (www.sp-index.com), experienced in processing personal data for the purpose of such checks.
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Teacher of English in City of London employer: St Paul's Way Secondary School
St Paul’s Way Secondary School is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where educators can thrive. With a strong focus on professional development and collaboration, staff are encouraged to grow their skills while making a meaningful impact on students' lives. Located in vibrant London, the school fosters a culture of respect and teamwork, ensuring that every employee feels valued and empowered in their role.
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St Paul's Way Secondary School Recruitment Team
