English Teacher

The Vacancy

Salary:�MPS - UPS�- �30,000 - �46,525 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)

Working Pattern:�This is a part-time, permanent position working 0.5 FTE, 39�weeks per year

We are looking for a hard-working person to join our wonderful team to undertake the role of English Teacher at Pilton Community College ? a truly inclusive school.

You will:

• Teach English across the age and ability range in accordance with the requirements of a professionally qualified teacher
• Adapt and deliver lessons to students according to their educational needs and with reference to prior attainment and SEND as required
• Set high expectations for all students
• Embrace the continued professional development programme within the school, striving to be a lifelong learner, maximising opportunities to make impact within the role

Pilton Community College is a school with an ambitious common curriculum. We have a centralised behaviour system and are focused on reducing teacher workload. We believe in the power of responsive coaching; every teacher is coached fortnightly. Our mission is to empower our students with a passion for reading and the written word. We have a strong ethos based on traditional values which underpin everything that we do. Our high expectations positively reinforce the highest standards of learning and behaviour at all times and encourage students to show respect for themselves, others, and the world around them.

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and highly motivated teacher and will have the advantage of:

• Working alongside our highly committed, professional and dedicated team
• Excellent support packages for NQTs and new staff
• Outstanding opportunities for CPD

You must have high expectations of yourself, your colleagues and your students and be committed to creating a stimulating learning environment which challenges everyone to achieve the highest standards. You must be highly organised, with the ability to establish effective learning opportunities and deliver outstanding lessons; encouraging our students to be the best they can. If you have the ability to inspire, motivate, challenge and support students to ensure they make good progress - we would like to hear from you.

To apply for�this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.

The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Friday 7th June�2024, interviews will be held on the week commencing Monday 17th June 2024.

All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search.

Ventrus Multi Academy Trust require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

Ventrus

Our school�is a member of Ventrus, a group of Devon schools that actively collaborate to improve children's outcomes. As a Trust, Ventrus offers excellent career and development opportunities.

Ventrus is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.

Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available�here.

At Pilton Community College, we are a successful 11-16 mixed comprehensive school whose student-centred philosophy demonstrates�our commitment to enabling every student to achieve their potential by fostering a culture where students believe that success is for all.���

We have a strong ethos based on traditional values which underpin everything that we do. Our high expectations�always�positively reinforce the highest standards of learning and behaviour, encourage students to show respect for themselves, others, and the world around them. The development of positive relationships and student ownership of all aspects of school life are essential ingredients that make Pilton Community College special.��

We believe that:�

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The opportunities and support that we provide�enable our students to develop these key characteristics and become confident young people who contribute to our local community.

Exciting time to join Pilton�CC

As a school we are proud of the journey that we have been on and the way we have recently secured an ?Ofsted Good? grade across all areas. We have increased our links and collaboration with other schools both within Devon and across the country. A relational approach is at the heart of what we do, as we believe this has a long-term impact on the success of all students from across our community.

Wellbeing�

Mental health and well-being are cornerstones of the school. We offer all staff a Worklife Balance Day. �As a Trust we have adopted the ?Mindful Employer Charter?��https://www.mindfulemployer.dpt.nhs.uk/.

Our ?buddy system? gives all staff a support person from across the school.

Ventrus�believes that our values drive our behaviours which in turn create the culture of an organisation.�Our core values are:

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