Teacher of English (0.2 FTE)
Teacher of English (0.2 FTE) at Bishop Barrington Academy in Bishop Auckland
About the role
The English Department
The English department is a strong and forward-thinking team. Together, the team aims to create an excellent learning environment and embraces innovative teaching strategies to inspire children.
Presently, the department consists of seven teachers who teach across the ability and age range. Within the department there is a second in department and a teacher with a TLR.
All teachers have their own classrooms and spaces benefit from having a whiteboard/TV which links directly to each teacher’s desktop computer. The English department are a creative and reflective team who work
collaboratively to ensure that resources and planning is designed to maximise progress.
Children study a range of texts across the Key stages and follow a three-year KS3 curriculum. At KS4, children follow the AQA specification.
The ethos of the team is to foster a love of reading, exploring, and analysing the world through text.
The Person
- Exhibits the highest of expectations.
- Demonstrates exceptional listening skills and outstanding verbal and written communication abilities.
- Displays outstanding expertise in organisational and time management skills, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in all tasks.
- Exemplifies the values and ethos of the Trust as a positive role model.
- Displays an ability to lead and motivate a team and foster a culture of collaboration.
- Collaborates as a team player, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to contributing actively to a full program of extra-activities.
- Exhibits excellent people management skills.
