Teacher of English

OverviewJob Description for Teacher of English – ISP PrinciplesBegin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. We are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately. We treat everyone with care and respect and promote the wellbeing of self and others. We operate effectively by focusing on the things that are most important and implementing school policies and procedures in line with the shared ideas of our community. We are financially responsible and make financial choices based on the needs of the children, students, and our schools. We learn continuously and engage in personal and professional development and school improvement. For all staff, we share a responsibility to ensure that children are safe and properly supervised at all times. Our school is committed to amazing learning, providing enjoyable and meaningful learning experiences so that every pupil makes as much progress as possible. All staff are expected to adhere to The Aquila Professional Code of Conduct and commit to promoting our vision: a happy community school with amazing learning at its heart where pupils are empowered to make choices, engage in meaningful learning experiences, and make exceptional progress. Our focus is providing children with amazing learning and to be the school of choice for the community we serve. The Aquila School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years employment history.Key qualities and skillsTo have the passion and skill to lead learning so that lessons are engaging and relevant, enabling every child to make as much progress as possibleTo develop positive working relationships with all members of the school communityTo use initiative, be flexible, fun, proactive and positiveTo have a sound understanding of the International Baccalaureate philosophyCore purposesTo be accountable for ensuring that children are inspired, motivated and equipped to make as much progress with their learning as possible through real learningTo work collaboratively, coaching, supporting and training colleagues and familiesTo have a positive impact on the work of the schoolEnsure teaching and learning are of the highest standard and personalised to specifically meet individual needsKey duties for all teachersTo ensure children are safe and well cared for at all timesTo plan and deliver creative and engaging lessons, ensuring that children are actively learning throughout each lesson and that every child makes as much progress as possibleTo ensure effective communication and direct the work of others as appropriateTo lead CAS activities, participating and leading staff training and contributing to the establishment and development of the school communityTo comply with our agreed policies and Aquila WaysTo actively engage with our school community, e.g. through newsletters, informal dialogue, reporting, supporting school functions and contributing to community and marketing activities to make The Aquila School the school of choice for our communityTo actively participate in the performance management process of self and othersTo be involved in improving learning across the school as a subject leaderPerson specificationCriteriaEssential | DesirableQualifications and trainingUK degree in related fieldUK QTSExperienceExperience of teaching KS3 and KS4 essentialIB English teacherSkills and knowledgeUnceasingly optimistic and a can-do attitude, calm, kind & professional with all members of the school communityCan meet deadlines by effective planning & time managementA proven track record of securing excellent outcomes at GCSEIn addition, all staff are required to carry out any tasks required by the school or the regional office to facilitate the smooth day-to-day running of the schoolISP safeguarding, diversity, equity and inclusionISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years employment history.ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and BelongingISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, developing and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socioeconomic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and