Teacher of English

TEACHER OF ENGLISH

Mainscale / UPS

Closing Date: Wednesday 18th March – Noon

Archbishop Beck Catholic College is an Archdiocesan school and we pride ourselves on our strong Catholic ethos.  We are based in North Liverpool and have 1200 students on roll across year groups 7 – 13. The College is heavily over-subscribed and very well respected by the local community.

We promote an atmosphere where high standards of behaviour, respect and academic achievement are expected.

Governors are seeking to appoint a high-quality, enthusiastic and ambitious Teacher of English to join our dedicated and successful department.

You will have the opportunity to teach across the full age and ability range, supported by a highly collaborative, forward-thinking team. Our English department is a thriving and dynamic team, bringing together a strong blend of experienced practitioners and talented early-career colleagues. This balance creates a vibrant professional culture where fresh ideas are welcomed and expertise is generously shared.

At Key Stage 4, students follow the AQA GCSE English Language and English Literature courses, achieving strong outcomes through a carefully sequenced and knowledge-rich curriculum. As a team, we are reflective and ambitious: we are currently engaged in an exciting curriculum review, working collaboratively to refine and strengthen our provision to ensure that every student makes excellent progress and develops a genuine love of English.

The successful candidate will become part of a department with a proven track record of success, high expectations and a deep commitment to nurturing confident, articulate and thoughtful young people. We are passionate about literature, language and learning, and we strive to model that passion in our classrooms every day.

This role offers the opportunity to work alongside dedicated practitioners who pursue the highest standards for their students while supporting one another’s professional growth. The successful candidate will share our vision, our ambition and our belief in the transformative power of English.

If you would like to join this successful team, please apply using the college’s application form.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Ø  In accordance with the requirements of the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions document, having due regard to the school’s Mission Statement, aims, objectives and schemes of work, and any policies of the Governing Body.

Ø  Maintenance of discipline and an atmosphere which is conducive to learning during lessons.

Ø  Preparation and presentation of lessons of suitable content, level and interest to engage students throughout the age range.

Ø  Setting of homework tasks in line with the homework timetable.

Ø  To provide clear and constructive verbal and written feedback in line with the College Assessment Policy.

Ø  Monitor student progress and where necessary, implement teacher led intervention to ensure appropriate progress.

Ø  Grading of students and writing of reports on students.

Ø  Keeping up to date on developments in the subject.

Ø  Attendance at relevant courses to develop skills and knowledge appropriate to the teaching of the subject.

Ø  Attendance at meetings required by the Head of Department and Senior Leadership Team.

Ø  Acting as Form Tutor and taking responsibility for the pastoral care of the students in the form.

Responsible to: Headship Team, Assistant Headteacher and Head of Department