Job Title: Teacher of English
Salary: ECT/TMS/UPS
Contract Type: Full Time/ Part Time Considered
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: September 2025
ECT Start Date: July 2025
Closing Date: 16/01/2025
Interview Date: TBC
Location:
Coventry, United Kingdom Type:
Mainstream School Phase:
Secondary Funding status:
State - Academy Gender:
Mixed Age range:
11 - 18 years About Finham Park School Finham Park is a popular and successful 11-18 comprehensive school situated in the south-west of Coventry. It has an excellent reputation within the local community as well as nationally and internationally. Our staff are both dedicated and highly qualified. The school was accredited as a World Class School in 2015, 2018, 2020, and 2021. Ofsted described the school as a place where there is a strong culture of learning and a proven track record of academic success, with students consistently making above-average national levels of progress in their studies in both Key Stages 4 and 5. The behaviour of the students is Outstanding. Their eagerness for learning allows our teachers to deliver stimulating and innovative lessons that result in rapid progress. There is a clear focus on the development of teaching and learning through engagement in national research programmes with a strong structure of support at all levels. In addition, there is a personalised programme of professional development and extensive opportunities for career progression. The school is well-resourced, with new technologies widely available that help to transform teaching and learning across a diverse range of subjects. Ongoing investment has been made to the whole site, including upgrades to science laboratories, STEM workrooms, a sixth form centre, and a new performing arts block. Our Mission To provide a "World Class Education," constantly striving to make the learning experience at Finham Park School the very best it can be. We utilise our local, national, and global networks to bring best practices into Coventry for the benefit of every child. School is about children "having the time of their lives" - filling their days with happy memories that inspire future generations to enjoy learning. For this reason, we have a challenging programme of extra-curricular activities across a huge range of disciplines, from sport to performing arts, leadership opportunities to charity fund-raising events, with over 70% of students participating. We offer high-quality training not only to all staff within the school but also to colleagues across the city with a variety of opportunities and courses. We cater for PGCE trainees and School Direct trainees, both routes complementing each other. We are a School Direct hub for several local schools and therefore organise placements across the city. The school benefits tremendously from our work with trainees, continuously developing teaching and learning in the classrooms and providing opportunities to access new staff into the profession when vacancies arise. A particular strength of the school is the comprehensive CPD programme. Finham Park believes in utilising its existing expertise from colleagues, and thus all staff are encouraged to offer CPD to the rest of the school. Therefore, weekly sessions of CPD are offered, and staff sign up for their areas of interest. We have a broad induction programme for all new staff and trainees. Finham Park has also been instrumental in creating Teaching and Learning Communities as part of our CPD programme, following the ideas and research of Dylan Wiliam. This has sustained a culture of curiosity and development in the classroom of which we at Finham are immensely proud. Why teach at Finham Park School
– note from the Headteacher ‘I became a senior school leader as I wanted to make people’s lives better. The privilege of being a headteacher is that in a very real way, you can actually do that for the staff and the students you serve. To quote one of my favourite TV characters, Captain James T. Kirk of the Starship Enterprise, I always keep in mind ‘the mission, the ship, and the crew’. These can be translated as educating young people (the mission), equipping the delivery of that education (the ship), and supporting the fabulous people commissioned to deliver it (the crew). Finham Park School is a community of staff, parents, governors, and young people who are committed to delivering that core aim. We do it with kindness, integrity, humility, perseverance, and courageousness; our five core values. As a result, the drive and ambition our young people have makes our school a World Class School, and one that I am humbled and grateful to lead. We do not rest on our laurels but always develop our thinking to ensure we equip young people for life. Do come and visit us to see us in action. Finham Park Multi Academy Trust requires all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at the interview stage and if you are offered a job position with us. Online Checks In line with KCSIE (Keeping Children Safe in Education) 2024, we will complete online searches as part of our due diligence on all shortlisted candidates. If anything is identified as part of these checks, it will be discussed with you at the interview. If any safeguarding concerns are identified, we reserve the right to withdraw your application. Finham Park is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be requested to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Address:
Green Lane, Coventry, West Midlands, CV3 6EA, United Kingdom Telephone:
+44 24 764 18135 Website:
http://www.finhampark.co.uk/index.php
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Coventry, United Kingdom Type:
Mainstream School Phase:
Secondary Funding status:
State - Academy Gender:
Mixed Age range:
11 - 18 years About Finham Park School Finham Park is a popular and successful 11-18 comprehensive school situated in the south-west of Coventry. It has an excellent reputation within the local community as well as nationally and internationally. Our staff are both dedicated and highly qualified. The school was accredited as a World Class School in 2015, 2018, 2020, and 2021. Ofsted described the school as a place where there is a strong culture of learning and a proven track record of academic success, with students consistently making above-average national levels of progress in their studies in both Key Stages 4 and 5. The behaviour of the students is Outstanding. Their eagerness for learning allows our teachers to deliver stimulating and innovative lessons that result in rapid progress. There is a clear focus on the development of teaching and learning through engagement in national research programmes with a strong structure of support at all levels. In addition, there is a personalised programme of professional development and extensive opportunities for career progression. The school is well-resourced, with new technologies widely available that help to transform teaching and learning across a diverse range of subjects. Ongoing investment has been made to the whole site, including upgrades to science laboratories, STEM workrooms, a sixth form centre, and a new performing arts block. Our Mission To provide a "World Class Education," constantly striving to make the learning experience at Finham Park School the very best it can be. We utilise our local, national, and global networks to bring best practices into Coventry for the benefit of every child. School is about children "having the time of their lives" - filling their days with happy memories that inspire future generations to enjoy learning. For this reason, we have a challenging programme of extra-curricular activities across a huge range of disciplines, from sport to performing arts, leadership opportunities to charity fund-raising events, with over 70% of students participating. We offer high-quality training not only to all staff within the school but also to colleagues across the city with a variety of opportunities and courses. We cater for PGCE trainees and School Direct trainees, both routes complementing each other. We are a School Direct hub for several local schools and therefore organise placements across the city. The school benefits tremendously from our work with trainees, continuously developing teaching and learning in the classrooms and providing opportunities to access new staff into the profession when vacancies arise. A particular strength of the school is the comprehensive CPD programme. Finham Park believes in utilising its existing expertise from colleagues, and thus all staff are encouraged to offer CPD to the rest of the school. Therefore, weekly sessions of CPD are offered, and staff sign up for their areas of interest. We have a broad induction programme for all new staff and trainees. Finham Park has also been instrumental in creating Teaching and Learning Communities as part of our CPD programme, following the ideas and research of Dylan Wiliam. This has sustained a culture of curiosity and development in the classroom of which we at Finham are immensely proud. Why teach at Finham Park School
– note from the Headteacher ‘I became a senior school leader as I wanted to make people’s lives better. The privilege of being a headteacher is that in a very real way, you can actually do that for the staff and the students you serve. To quote one of my favourite TV characters, Captain James T. Kirk of the Starship Enterprise, I always keep in mind ‘the mission, the ship, and the crew’. These can be translated as educating young people (the mission), equipping the delivery of that education (the ship), and supporting the fabulous people commissioned to deliver it (the crew). Finham Park School is a community of staff, parents, governors, and young people who are committed to delivering that core aim. We do it with kindness, integrity, humility, perseverance, and courageousness; our five core values. As a result, the drive and ambition our young people have makes our school a World Class School, and one that I am humbled and grateful to lead. We do not rest on our laurels but always develop our thinking to ensure we equip young people for life. Do come and visit us to see us in action. Finham Park Multi Academy Trust requires all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at the interview stage and if you are offered a job position with us. Online Checks In line with KCSIE (Keeping Children Safe in Education) 2024, we will complete online searches as part of our due diligence on all shortlisted candidates. If anything is identified as part of these checks, it will be discussed with you at the interview. If any safeguarding concerns are identified, we reserve the right to withdraw your application. Finham Park is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be requested to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Address:
Green Lane, Coventry, West Midlands, CV3 6EA, United Kingdom Telephone:
+44 24 764 18135 Website:
http://www.finhampark.co.uk/index.php
#J-18808-Ljbffr
