Teacher of English (Fixed Term, Maternity Cover)

Ref: SCH-PAT-0452

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a lasting impact on young minds? Do you have a proven track record of inspiring a love for learning in your students? If so, we want to hear from you!

What are we looking for?

Here at Carleton High School, English and literacy is central to our academic focus and development across the school. With this vision in place, we are seeking a passionate Teacher of English to become an integral part of our team. The ideal candidate will inspire and motivate students of all abilities to achieve their full potential, whilst contributing to a positive learning environment.

Your mission is to empower students, fostering a love of reading and writing in our students. You will plan work in accordance with the Trust’s schemes of work and national curriculum requirements, whilst securing outstanding outcomes for students through outstanding provision.

Please be advised, this is a 0.6 FTE, maternity cover contract, with an end date of 14 February 2025.

Our School

Carleton High School is part of Pontefract Academies Trust. We are consistently one of the top schools in Wakefield for students’ progress. The Trust has experienced high levels of success over the last 5 years at both primary and secondary phases (locally and nationally). The Trust has a deep understanding and value for its ‘people’ and therefore heavily invests into each person’s professional development.

This is an exciting time to be joining Carleton High School, as a multi-million-pound new build is due to commence in March 2024, providing state of the art teaching facilities for our students and teachers.

Carleton High School is a place where staff and students are part of a family. Teachers can really focus on their teaching, and students on their learning. It is a warm, whilst disciplined environment, where behaviour is managed consistently, students understand our high expectations and take responsibility to meet them. We have a long tradition of academic success, which is a strong foundation to build on and take the school to the next level – the ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rating which is well within reach.

Benefits - What we can offer you?

At Carleton High School, every member of our team, whether in teaching or support roles, plays a pivotal part in contributing to the ongoing success of our students. In return, we provide a wealth of benefits, as we believe Our People Matter.

• Experience the warm, welcoming, and social environment at Carleton High School, often praised by visitors for its positive atmosphere and the exceptional friendliness and supportiveness of our staff.
• We highly value every member of our team, and we are proud of our focus on professional learning and development as we are of our reputation.
• Access to recognised training and leadership courses, including National Professional Qualifications in leadership and other accredited courses.
• Enjoy our modern staff room, offering a comfortable environment with free refreshments.
• Our highly visible senior leadership team is there to support you throughout the school day, along with a collaborative team of colleagues within the department and across the school.
• As a staff member, benefit from our employee assistance program, offering services such as physiotherapy, 24/7 GP access, and personal or professional advice on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and more.
• Benefit from well-resourced departments and shared teaching resources.
• Experience Energise and Engage Weeks throughout the year, where no meetings take place. These dedicated weeks prioritise personal professional development, support work-life balance, and allow for an early finish on designated days.
• Enjoy additional perks like free on-site parking, flu jabs, childcare vouchers, gym discounts, a cycle-to-work scheme, and much more.
• We offer a very generous pension scheme with an impressive employer contribution and life assurance of at least three times your salary.

This is not an exhaustive list, but just some of the reasons to be a proud member of Pontefract Academies Trust, Carleton High School, and our community!

Interested?

The Headteacher is always thrilled to connect with potential applicants before interviews. If you're curious to learn more or would like to experience the warmth of our wonderful school through a visit, please feel free to reach out at admin@carletonhigh.patrust.org.uk or give us a call at 01977 781555.

To submit your application, kindly click here to access our website and utilise our Face-Ed system. The deadline for submissions is 10am on Tuesday 25th June 2024. We're genuinely excited about the prospect of receiving your application and getting to know you better.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, extending a warm welcome to applications from individuals of all backgrounds. At the Pontefract Academies Trust, our unwavering commitment is to provide full support and ensure the safety of children and young people. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting their welfare at all times.

It's important to note that any employment offer is subject to the successful receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and completion of pre-employment checks (including online checks). Additionally, shortlisted applicants will be invited to provide a self-declaration form, reinforcing our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure environment for all.