JOB DESCRIPTION

Part-Time Teacher of English (Fixed Term)

To support the aims, values and ethos of the School and to contribute to the implementation of the School’s Mission Statement.

To support the aims and objectives of the English Department and to meet objectives which lead to the achievement of those aims.

To make a significant contribution to the School’s and the English Department’s co-curricular programme.

To be accountable to the Headmistress and to perform such duties as she may reasonably direct, including some duties out of school hours.

• To maintain high levels of engagement and enjoyment of English in KS3 and KS4.

To support and encourage all pupils to reach their full potential in English.

To deliver stretching and inspiring lessons that facilitate progress for all pupils.

To actively monitor pupil progress, complete regular assessments and to complete reports.

To undertake regular marking of pupils’ work.

• To develop and share resources within the department, including schemes of work.

• To promote English throughout the School and support recruitment for A level.

• To play a role in school trips and activities, particularly those centred upon English.

To take opportunities to make cross-curricular links and contribute to event days.

• To contribute to the holistic education of pupils and to foster understanding and respect of fundamental British values.

• To attend and contribute to department meetings.

• To share in responsibility for maintaining department noticeboards and displays.

Play an active role in the life of the School.

Perform supervisory duties including occasional invigilation; supervising pupils at breaks and covering for absent colleagues.

Attend school events including: assemblies, Masses, parents’ evenings, school Insets, staff meetings and staff briefings.

Keep up-to-date with Health and Safety requirements and ensure they are put into practice.

Assist in the supervision of English revision and support groups from time to time.

To act as a Form Tutor and to carry out the duties associated with that role.

To contribute to, and occasionally lead the delivery of PSHEE, assemblies and whole school events.