Teacher of English
Would you like to join a school where people are valued, thrive and make positive contributions?
An exciting opportunity has arisen at our outstanding school for an inspirational and enthusiastic Teacher of English to teach across KS3 to KS5 from January 2023 or earlier, working 4 days a week. You will be joining a very supportive department that achieves exceptional outcomes for students.
This post is offered on a fixed term contract to cover for the substantive post holder’s maternity leave.
The successful candidate will have the experience and ability to teach across all age and ability ranges. You will be an effective classroom teacher with the ability to raise the achievement of all students and be keen to play a full part in the life of the school.
The English Faculty offers English Language, English Literature, Drama and Media and is one of the most consistently successful departments in the school.
Applications from ECTs are welcome as the school has a strong ECT training and support programme.
Prendergast School is an Outstanding 11-16 Girls School with a mixed 6th Form and benefits from being part of the Leathersellers’ Federation of Schools. It is one of the most successful schools in Lewisham. Awarded its third Outstanding OFSTED grading in a row in November 2013, the school has been leading girls’ education in Lewisham for over 130 years. The school currently holds the NACE Award, the Wellbeing Award and the Gold Artsmark Award.
We are committed to providing excellent CPD and all new staff complete a comprehensive and supportive induction programme. The successful candidate will also have access to a rich and varied CPD programme within the school and across the Federation.
You will have the opportunity to work with a forward thinking staff and school leadership team who have students’ wellbeing, development and progress as their core purpose.
Interviews: Friday 30 September 2022
Please note CVs are not accepted.
The Leathersellers’ Federation of Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all employees are required to have an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
Appointment will be subject to qualifications, experience checks and satisfactory references.