Second In Department - English

At the heart of the Trust's vision is a belief that students deserve the best educationalexperience with aspirational curriculum provision and enrichment opportunities. Westrive for personal and academic achievement within a safe, inclusive and enrichedlearning environment: opening minds, opening doors to learning opportunities andopening up pathways to successful futures.Our AimsOur aim is to ensure that all schools within the Trust aspire to be 'Outstanding' and, withour support, hold a minimum of a 'Good Provider' rating from Ofsted.Our FutureWe have an appetite for continuous improvement and development, with an overallambition of expanding the Trust to develop a local partnership of schools, covering both Ms Kim Earle, CEOprimary and secondary phases. This will enable us to foster true partnership and Achieve and Learn Trustcollaborative work that both supports and challenges member schools., As Second in Department for English, you will:

• Help lead departmental meetings, setting agendas, and
ensuring effective communication among staff.
• Lead or coordinate aspects of assessment and exam
preparation, ensuring students are well-prepared for GCSEs or other relevant exams.
• Deliver engaging and challenging lessons to students of all
abilities.
• Work collaboratively with other teachers and staff to
enhance the learning experience.
• Contribute to the development of the English curriculum and
ensure it is both relevant and inspiring., JOB PURPOSE: To support the Head of Department in the continued delivery of high- quality teaching and learning throughout the curriculum area. To raise standards of student attainment and achievement within the curriculum area and to monitor and support student progress. To support and assist with the leadership and management of the Department and to deputise for the Head of Department where necessary. Accountable to : Head of Department/Headteacher The Achieve and Learn Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Our Vision Personal and academic achievement within a safe, inclusive and enriched learning environment: open minds and open doors. Our Values Ambition: we instil a lifelong love of learning and nurture skills and talents Inclusion: we welcome and respect people from all backgrounds, valuing and celebrating diversity Aspiration: we want people to be the best that they can be and for everyone to achieve their potential Community: we develop local and global citizens of the future, always committed to working in partnership Belief: we encourage everyone to believe in themselves and their future, providing opportunities to excel. In all things, we expect our staff to work towards achieving the vision for our Trust, embracing our values and showing ethical leadership at all times. Corporate Responsibilities
• To uphold our commitment to safeguarding and to promote the wellbeing of children.
• To actively promote the vision and values of our Trust with all stakeholders, including
trustees, local governors, colleagues, parents, visitors and the local wider community of all our schools.
• To robustly follow all policies, procedures, working practices and regulations, and in
particular to comply with policies relating to Safeguarding, Equal Opportunities, Academy Trust Handbook, Financial Procedures, Health & Safety, Confidentiality, Data Protection, reporting any concerns to the Chief Executive Officer.
• To contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
• To comply with all reasonable management requests., Help to provide a safe, calm and well-ordered environment for all students and staff, focused
on safeguarding students and developing their exemplary behaviour.
• Support the Head of English to ensure performance management of staff is rigorous, fair and
transparent, addressing any under-performance, supporting staff to improve and valuing excellent practice.
• Help to identify talent for leadership throughout the department, forging a team of colleagues
who have distinct roles and responsibilities and hold each other to account for their decision making.
• Support the self-evaluation processes and strategic planning processes within English which
are shared with staff and developed as a team
• To lead on an agreed aspect of English development across the school and support in the
sharing of good practice across the school Staff
• Create an ethos within which all staff are motivated and supported to develop their own skills
and subject knowledge, and to support each other.
• Identify emerging talents, coaching current and aspiring leaders in a climate where excellence
is the standard, leading to clear succession planning.
• Hold all staff to account for their professional conduct and practice.
• To develop and deliver high quality training/CPDL within the department
• To take on mentoring role of NQT/TF/PGCE when appropriate
Students
• To demand ambitious standards for all students, overcoming disadvantage and advancing
equality, instilling a strong sense of accountability in staff for the impact of their work on student outcomes.
• To support the Head of Department with the assessment, recording, reporting and monitoring
of student progress in English to secure achievement and the closing of the gap agenda
• To support the department plan for parental engagement so that they are well informed to
bring about positive outcomes for students Quality of Teaching
• Play a key role in the monitoring, evaluation and review of teaching within the department
including through the implementation of work sampling, learning walks, drop-ins etc. Ensuring there is high quality teaching across the department to secure achievement and engagement of all students.
• Ensure all teachers have developed the skills necessary to manage learning and behaviour in
the classroom.
• Ensure consistency of practice in accordance with academy policy eg marking and feedback,
homework, use of knowledge organisers Curriculum and Assessment
• To lead on whole school literacy as an agreed area of curriculum development within the
whole department.
• To implement agreed curriculum initiatives and measure the impact these have had on our
students.
• Ensure, through collaboration, that lesson planning, schemes of work and associated
resources support outstanding teaching.
• Lead CPD activities and disseminate good practice based on educational research
assessment and data
• Support teachers to enable them to provide accurate and timely assessment of students'
progress which informs teachers' planning and further accelerates student progress
• Assisting in the collation and analysis of data from post tests and mocks.
  
  Reddish Vale High School are seeking to appoint a well-qualified,
enthusiastic, committed and ambitious Teacher of English, lookingfor the next step in their career, to join a very strong departmentwithin our school. The successful candidate will display a realpassion for the teaching of their subject, with experience of teachingacross KS3 and 4.Reporting to the Head of Department for English, the Second inDepartment plays a key role in supporting with the leadership,management, and development of the English team. This includesteaching, curriculum planning, assessment, and ensuring thatdepartmental goals align with the broader objectives of the school.The position requires strong leadership, organisational skills, and adeep understanding of teaching English at various levels. Thesuccessful candidate will be an integral part of the team. This is anexciting opportunity for an outstanding, creative teacher with thedrive, passion and commitment to join our hugely talented team ofstaff, working together to encourage and support every child inreaching their full potential.Your experience and expertise will be able to promote andencourage students to thrive in their English Language andLiterature studies.,
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Proven experience as a teacher of English at Key Stage 3
and 4.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A passion for teaching and helping students achieve their
potential.
• Knowledge of the curriculum.
• Strong analytical skills, particularly in relation to student
performance data.We are an ambitious and forward-thinking school that is committedto providing a high-quality education and fostering a positive,inclusive learning environment.,
• To hold and articulate clear values and moral purpose focused on providing an excellent
education for students in English.
• Demonstrate optimistic personal behaviour, positive relationships and attitudes towards
students, staff, parents and members of the local community.
• Sustain wide, current knowledge and understanding of teaching English Language and
English Literature at all age groups, and pursue continuous professional development.
• Communicate compellingly the school's vision and support the strategic leadership of English
and Literacy, empowering all students and staff to excel.

I am very proud as Acting Headteacher to welcome and introduce you to Reddish Vale High School (RVHS). Ourschool is emerging from a turbulent time of late and has already gone through an exciting period of transition andimprovement. Through values driven leadership, which is underpinned by dedicated teaching and support staff,the school is on an exciting pathway in ensuring that all its learners are enabled in realising their full potential.This is my mission. Here at RVHS, we are dedicated to ensuring our vision to 'Positively Changing Lives -through personal growth academic excellence ' becomes a reality for the entire school community. High quality, committed staff, provide a positive, disciplined and nurturing environment that inspires a passion for learning so that every learner progresses and can thrive. Our learners are encouraged to achieve their best personally, academically and socially. As a result, we are seeing improved levels of academic attainment and progress throughout the school. High expectations and standards are driven through teamwork and underpinned through the school's core values of; Respect, Aspiration, Determination and Independence . Are you ready to be part of something special? We are at an exciting point in our school's journey, with new leadership, significant growth, and a commitment to investment in both staff and facilities. We are looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our dynamic team as Mr Darren Moroney, we continue to grow and enhance the educational experience for our students. This is Acting Headteacher an incredible opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking school that values Reddish Vale High School collaboration and excellence in teaching and learning. As part of our continued growth and commitment to providing the best possible education for our students, we are seeking to appoint a number of talented and


• An engaging, creative and welcoming The successful candidate will be expected to
environment. take up the appointment in April 2025 or as
• Membership of the Teachers' Pension soon as possible beforehand.
Scheme, with excellent employer
• The position will be based at Reddish Vale
contributions. High School, Stockport.
• Free on-site parking. You will be paid on either the Teachers' Main
• On-site canteen facilities. Scale or Upper Pay Scale commensurate to
• Staff room with free refreshments. your experience, along with the relevant TLR.
• Employee Assistance Programme. All our schools operate a no-smoking policy on
• Occupational Health and Counselling the whole of its sites.
services available.
• Supported by a talented, highly motivated,
committed and professional team of colleagues.
• Active and supportive Governing Bodies
and Senior Leadership Teams.
• CPD opportunities for all staff.
• A great place to work.