We’re recruiting!

Position:                             Teacher of English

Start Date:                         January 2025

Contract Type:                 Permanent

Hours:                                 As per Teachers Pay & Conditions

Pay:                                     Main Scale to Upper Scale

Allowance:                        n/a

Location:                            Westwood College; however, you may on occasions be required to cover duties at other schools across the Trust

Line Manager:                  Director of English

Thank you for your interest in the post of Teacher of English at the Talentum Learning Trust. The Trust comprises of 9 schools within and around the town of Leek in the Staffordshire Moorlands, which includes Westwood College and Leek High School.  The Trust promotes high aspirations and excellence for all; our aim is to develop a strong partnership between the academies, students, and the wider community to secure an outstanding learning experience for everyone.  We have high expectations and strive to create independent learners fit for the demands of the 21st Century.   

Our aim is to develop a strong partnership between the academies, students, and the wider community to secure an outstanding learning experience for everyone.  Although based at Westwood College, you will develop links with and work alongside the team at Leek High School.  We have high expectations and strive to create independent learners fit for the demands of the 21st Century.  Through this role and by supporting all areas of the school, you will enable us to deliver the best education possible to our students.  We expect our staff to be highly motivated, determined and caring.    

 We’re looking for an inspiring and dedicated teacher who is passionate about unlocking the potential in every student.  The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic and innovative practitioner with the ability to deliver engaging lessons that challenge and motivate learners of all abilities.  You will have a strong commitment to fostering a love of literature and language, excellent subject knowledge and the ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.  With a proactive approach to professional development, you will be eager to collaborate with colleagues to drive improvement and share best practices. Resilience, adaptability and excellent communication skills are essential along with a genuine desire to make a lasting difference in the lives of our young people.

We offer:

• Commitment to your ongoing professional development;
• Automatic enrolment in the Teachers Pension Scheme with employers contributions of 28.6%;
• A staff wing, comprising kitchen, lounge and work space;
• Free on-site parking;
• Use of the school multi gym before and after your usual working hours;
• Voluntary entry to the Staff Association.

Please submit your application form and associated forms to recruitment@ttlt.org.uk by 9am on Monday 9^th December 2024.  Interviews will take place on Wednesday 11^th December 2024.  Please raise any queries with Mrs Eades by email: teades@ttlt.org.uk . 

The Talentum Learning Trust is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.  A social media check will be conducted on successful applicants

We do not accept CV’s.