We wish to appoint an enthusiastic, diligent and highly skilled teacher and leader of English. The successful candidate will be accomplished in planning and be capable of delivering a high-quality and ambitious curriculum for all children. We wish to appoint an outstanding leader with experience in managing large teams.

The Fernwood School enjoys an excellent reputation for high standards of achievement and behaviour.   We offer a school with:

•  An ethos of ‘High Achievement with Care and Discipline for All’.
• A wonderful group of students who behave well and have high aspirations.
• Staff and Trustees that are professional and enjoy working together for the benefit of the young people we serve.
• An Ofsted outstanding judgement.
• A strong Attainment 8 and Progress 8 score.
• Enrolment into an Employee Assistance Programme, which includes 24/7 GP access, face to face physiotherapy, face to face counselling, and a wide variety of further benefits.
• Cycle to work scheme. 

The English Faculty is a passionate, talented and dedicated team with a keen interest in teaching and learning. Our staff are keen to work collaboratively to secure the best outcomes for the children. The English Faculty consists of 17 teaching staff with a broad range of experience.

Students benefit from a carefully sequenced curriculum, underpinned by pedagogical research, which challenges all learners. Our curriculum celebrates the diversity of the Fernwood Family and seeks to empower young people to find their voice. The English Faculty use curriculum resources as a springboard for their adaptive teaching; we encourage staff to innovate and teach creatively in a way that feels authentic to them, whilst ensuring students receive a balanced and varied English education.

The right candidate will have a clear vision for the future development of teaching and learning in English. They will be able to drive improvement in the outcomes within English and motivate and lead the faculty to further success. 

The Trustees and staff are committed to continuous improvement and would welcome applications from candidates with both drive and determination. We are seeking a leader who is able to challenge and inspire their team, driving the success of students, regardless of their ability or background.

The Fernwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Services check along with other relevant employment checks. In addition, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a Self-Disclosure is required for all applicants shortlisted for interview. Online searches will be carried out on all shortlisted applicants as part of due diligence checks. 

Please return your completed application form, together with your letter of application (which should be the equivalent of no more than 2 sides of A4, font size 11) explaining how your skills, qualities and experience would enable you to be successful in the role to the Headteacher, Mr C Gell, via MyNewTerm. 

Further details are available on our website www.fernwoodschool.org.uk.

Role specific enquiries: d.jones@fernwood.school (SLT link for English)