Job Description

The Role

We are seeking to appoint a suitably experienced and enthusiastic full-time teacher with a English specialism to join a highly successful and established department and teach across all Key Stages. Ideal applicants would have an ability to teach A-Level, the ability to teach another subject would be a significant advantage.


The English department currently consists of 8 members of teaching staff. The department enjoys the use of four designated teaching rooms with interactive whiteboard facilities as well as regular use of ICT suites around the school.


English is taught as a core subject at KS3 and KS4 where students are arranged in sets according to ability. Co curricular provision is also a key component of the Ewell Castle experience for pupils and all colleagues are required to take an active role.


The starting salary for this position will be according to the Ewell Castle Pay Scales (M1-M6) and will reflect the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.


All new employees follow a structured induction programme, thereafter are engaged in the school Review process. Ewell Castle School offers the statutory induction process for ECTs which is managed by the Independent Schools Teacher Induction Panel (ISTip) and approved by the DFE. The school has a proven and successful record of working with teacher training institutions.

Academic and Departmental Responsibilities:

Teaching as directed by the appropriate Head of Department To contribute to the well being of relevant departments/area of school in which the teacher operates, participating in the development of appropriate syllabi, materials and schemes of work. To support departmental meetings as directed by Head of Department To supervise the use and care of any room allocated to the teacher To supervise the use and care of any teaching materials and equipment for which given responsibility by the Head of Department. To participate in in-service training as deemed appropriate for professional development To undertake such duties as deemed necessary by the Deputy Head (Pupil Wellbeing). These might include: Form Tutor House Tutor Staff supervisory roles To promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people for who you are responsible and with whom you come into contact To make a regular and valued contribution to the co-curricular life of the school.

General Responsibilities:

To always adhere to Safeguarding and Child Protection regulations, and training. To undertake appropriate professional development, including membership of Appropriate professional associations and networking groups. To engage in the School's procedures regarding appraisal. To be aware and adhere at all times to the School code of conduct and confidentiality. To undertake such other responsibilities as may be reasonable and required from time to time within the overall scope of the post.

This job description will be reviewed as and when necessary, in accordance with the needs of the School.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

University Degree or higher academic qualification within English. Qualified Teacher Status Minimum 5 GCSE passes grade A-C (equivalent) including English and Maths. Evidence that the candidate has supported all student effectively. Experience of teaching students or young people (KS3-KS4). Experience inspiring students to excel in English. Be able to inspire and motivate very able students as well as those of more modest potential. Be able to teach English to Year 7 - 13. Be an effective and confident communicator, having a good command of English, both spoken and written. Ability to work as a team and on own Ability to use current Windows based packages including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint software.

Desirable:

Relevant higher qualifications in English. Experience teaching/tutoring English to primary age children (KS2). Experience of teaching/tutoring A Level. Experience teaching pupils with additional learning needs. Ability/willingness to teach Key Stage 2 (Years 5&6).

Personal Qualities:

Be committed to the co-curricular life of the school. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. To display the highest level of integrity and complete trustworthiness and discretion. Be a problem solver, and to be able to reflect upon one's own practice. Be highly organised with the ability to prioritise and work to tight deadlines whilst retaining a professional composure. Have an excellent punctuality and attendance record Be of smart professional appearance. Flexible, versatile, and self-motivated. Confident and authoritative. To strive for the high-quality learning for all students. To have energy, enthusiasm, flexibility and determination to succeed. To have a strong commitment to the school's ethos and values. Have the ability to be reflective and improve your practice. Be a resilient role model to pupils and students. To have a strong commitment to your own Continuous Professional Development. To have an innovative and competent use of ICT in and out of the classroom including the use of our virtual learning platform. An awareness of the importance of confidentiality and data protection.

About Ewell Castle School

Ewell Castle School is a happy and successful co-educational independent school on the Surrey/London borders, easily accessible by public transport. We are a through school that offers children aged 4 to 18 the benefits of a family-friendly atmosphere whilst maintaining a stimulating and rigorous academic programme. We care about the needs of the individual child and this is facilitated by small class sizes and our personalised approach.


Ewell Castle is a private school that oozes charm and character in a green and beautiful enclave. There is widespread affection for the School's family ethos and we are utterly loyal to our boys and girls, dedicated to inspiring their best achievement, whether in: academic success, sporting excellence or exceptional performing arts. The School's reputation for an ambitious and personalised approach to each pupil is well founded, as is our excellent reputation for pastoral care, creating a rounded and grounded experience for all.


Ewell Castle School's ideology is to focus our energy on the learning and welfare of our children. What happens in the classroom is the beating heart of the School, stretching and challenging our pupils to achieve more than they thought possible. The School has a vibrant community spirit and is a genuine mixed ability school with a focus on helping every child to thrive.