We are looking for an inspiring English teacher to teach throughout the school. We are a large Department of highly qualified teachers who foster academic excellence through a shared a love of reading. We wish for the boys in our care to gain the beginnings of an appreciation of literature, something that we hope will accompany them through their adult lives.

Our teaching combines traditional methods with the thoughtful use of digital technologies. Every year group benefits from access to early editions and manuscripts in the College Archive and our School Library is exceptionally well resourced. Beyond the classroom, the Department provides a vibrant super-curricular that includes long-established societies (our Literary Society is over 150 years old!), visiting lecturers, reading and writing groups, and theatre trips. We also contribute significantly to the school’s partnership programmes, maintaining close links with local and London schools.

All boys study English in their first three years. In Years 10 and 11, they follow the CAIE IGCSE in Literature and Language. Our English Literature A-Level is with OCR where we teach early modern poetry and drama, the American novel #removed#, with room given to our teachers to choose their own coursework texts. Results are excellent and teaching here is a joy. Our ‘English at University’ programme runs over two terms, is thorough and wide-ranging, with many boys in securing places at leading UK and international universities. The depth of experience and expertise within our department means that we are equally as comfortable in developing and supporting recent graduates or new entrants to the profession as we are in welcoming more experienced teachers to the team.

Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

ACADEMIC

• 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 the school’s assessment and reporting processes;
• provide timely, detailed and supportive feedback to pupils;
• ensure your subject knowledge and skills as a teacher are up-to-date;
• teach non-examined curricular subjects, including SPHERE (the College's PSHE programme);
• seek to develop your own professional practice in conjunction with your Head of Department.
• contribute more widely to the department through, for example, enrichment activities, administering internal exams, interventions to support individuals or groups, partnership activities, covering lessons or other tasks related to the smooth running of the department.

CO-CURRICULAR

• contribute to the co-curricular life of the school as agreed with your Head of Department and Deputy Head (Co-Curricular);
• accompany students on visits away from the school as required;
• contribute to the staff duty rota, by for example, invigilating public exams and supervising meal times;
• contribute to the school's wider social programme, including workshops, seminars, competitions, trips, open days, and so on.

PASTORAL

• be committed to the safeguarding of all young people;
• manage pupil behaviour to ensure a positive and safe learning environment;
• treat pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect and observing boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position;
• tutor up to twelve pupils (typically in groups of 6), overseeing their academic progress and taking an interest in their wellbeing;
• assist on a regular basis in a boarding house, supporting the House Master and getting to know the pupils.

You will be a reflective and inspiring classroom teacher who:

• has a degree (2:1 or above) and/or a further degree in a directly-related subject;
• is passionate about their subject and can demonstrate the subject knowledge required to deliver engaging and varied lessons across the age and ability range of students at the school;
• shares Eton’s holistic vision of education and is excited to contribute to the co-curricular and pastoral aspects of boarding-school life;
• demonstrates a solid understanding of, and commitment to working within the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion;
• has strong interpersonal skills and can build relationships and collaborate with a wide range of people;
• is committed to their ongoing professional development;
• embraces developments and innovations in teaching and learning and is open to a range of approaches to assessment and differentiation in the classroom;
• can demonstrate good ICT competence and willingness to use new technologies for teaching and learning;
• is highly motivated and can work independently as well as within wider teams;
• as a colleague, be positive, forward-looking and collaborative;
• is interested in the welfare and pastoral wellbeing of young people;
• has excellent oral and written communication skills;
• has a positive attitude, an optimistic approach to change and development, a balanced sense of perspective and a good sense of humour.

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 the opportunities for career progression, training and development, we also 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 heavily discounted access to the College’s sport and leisure facilities which are currently being extensively upgraded and discount at local retailers and businesses.