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TieTalent .We are looking for an experienced English teacher to lead a dynamic and successful department. We are a large and diverse department of sixteen highly qualified teachers, united by a collegial culture of shared expertise and resources. We foster academic excellence and a love of literature at every stage of our pupils'' learning, with emphasis on inspiring boys to read independently with enthusiasm and curiosity. Our teaching combines intelligent use of digital technologies with traditional methods, and every year group benefits from access to early editions and manuscripts in the College Archive.Benefits

Our staff are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes, delivered at every level to senior leadership. In addition to career progression opportunities, training and development, we offer an excellent remuneration and benefits package which includes free accommodation, a generous Pension Scheme, enhanced Maternity / Paternity scheme, free eyecare vouchers, a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches during term time, free or discounted access to the College’s sport and leisure facilities (currently being upgraded) and discount at local retailers and businesses.Main Duties

Academicarticulate a clear vision for the future of English and develop the strategy to realise this vision;monitor the quality of teaching and learning across the English department;coordinate and evaluate the support for pupils applying for English courses at university;coordinate and evaluate the department''s approach to SEND and inclusion education;manage internal assessment processes;teach across the age and ability range, accommodating the most able and those who find the subject challenging;ensure the best possible academic outcomes by planning, preparing and delivering well-structured and creative lessons which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils;assess, mark, record and report on the development and progress of pupils in line with school processes, ensuring challenging goals are set and achieved;provide timely, detailed and supportive feedback to pupils;ensure subject knowledge and teaching skills remain up-to-date;teach non-examined curricular subjects, including SPHERE (the College’s PSHE programme);seek to develop own professional practice;carry out administrative and other functions related to the smooth running of the department.Management Responsibilitieslead a team of English teachers, supporting colleagues professionally and personally;be highly visible around the department, attending departmental and school events (including some evening and weekend work);develop a culture of openness, including peer observation and learning walks within the departments;liaise with senior management and HR over staffing issues and recruitment;ensure Health and Safety risk assessments are up to date and observed;manage the department’s physical space, including external bookings;manage the departmental budget.Co-Curricularcontribute to the co-curricular life of the school;accompany students on visits, subject to risk assessment;contribute to the staff duty rota (e.g., supervising meal times and exam invigilating);support the wider school social programme, including workshops, seminars, chapel services, competitions, trips, open days, and related activities.Pastoralcommit to safeguarding all young people;manage behaviour to ensure a positive and safe learning environment;treat pupils with dignity and build relationships rooted in mutual respect and appropriate professional boundaries;tutor up to twelve pupils (typically in groups of six);assist in boarding duties, supporting the House Master and getting to know all students.Looking Outwardsensure effective and lively academic societies across the department;coordinate the department’s contribution to partnerships;establish contacts with universities;provide accurate information for parents on departmental aims, methods and courses.The Ideal CandidateAbout Yoube a passionate advocate for English, committed to inspiring teaching;be able to communicate with, enthuse and motivate young people;be excited to join a high-achieving and reflective academic culture;have an outstanding record of academic engagement and achievement;be a positive, forward-looking and collaborative colleague;be excited to contribute to all aspects of boarding school life;be committed to equality, diversity and inclusion;be committed to safeguarding, welfare and wellbeing of young people;be committed to professional development and open to innovative teaching approaches.Leadership Capabilitiesis an inspirational educator with a clear vision;works autonomously with responsibility and creative problem-solving;tackles difficult issues with tact and diplomacy to create win-win solutions;is flexible, organised and able to juggle priorities;is an outstanding communicator who can engage diverse stakeholders;has strong people management skills and the ability to lead and develop a cohesive team.Skills and Competencieshas a degree (2:1 or above) and/or a related subject;experience leading and managing a team;budget management experience and meeting deadlines;secure subject knowledge to underpin engaging lessons across ages and abilities;strong interpersonal and ICT skills;highly motivated with the ability to work independently and in teams;excellent oral and written communication skills;a teaching qualification is desirable but not essential;strong sense of ownership and professional accountability with good judgment.Living in EtonAll members of our community are encouraged to participate in school life and enjoy the grounds and facilities. Eton is close to Windsor, with convenient rail links and roads, making it well connected and commutable.Disclosure ChecksEton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks, DBS disclosure and related checks. If successful, you will complete a DBS application. Information will be handled in accordance with DBS guidance. It is a criminal offence to apply for a position at the College if barred from working with children.If you have any queries about the application process, contact the Recruitment Team. Reasonable adjustments can be made to enable online applications.We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity among staff and pupils.

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