Teacher of English

Teacher of English
11-16 mixed comprehensive – NOR 850
Salary: MPS/UPS

Required: 1^st September 2023

John Spence is a popular and successful school, serving students from the North Shields area of North Tyneside.  We have a reputation for social inclusion, high academic standards and for providing a high level of student support.

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated English teacher who shares our ‘Fit for Life’ vision and will strive to enhance the life chances of the young people under our care.  Passionate and enthusiastic, you will have the skills, energy and commitment to help drive our students’ learning.  Working in a supportive, professional environment, we will work with you to achieve your ambitions. We take a sensible approach to workload and have a low staff turnover. If you are considering this opportunity to join our dedicated and happy team, feel free to contact the Curriculum Lead, Angela Hennessey, for an informal discussion.

John Spence Community High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  As such an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant checks deemed appropriate.

An application form and accompanying letter should be completed and returned no later than 12 noon on Thursday 2nd March to the Headteacher’s PA [email protected].  Further details of the school and the post can be obtained from the school website, www.johnspence.org.uk as can a copy of the application form.

Interview date: Wednesday 8th March