Teacher of English with Drama

4 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys Full time

PolyMAT is a small and ambitious MAT with a unique family feel that is seeking a Teacher of English/Drama. Our vision is 'Success for Everyone' and the successful candidate will help deliver this for our schools. We currently have three schools in our Trust: Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys, a long-successful boys' school, Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls that opened in 2019, and Bannockburn Primary School, a large successful primary that joined the Trust on 1st November 2023. We also have our flourishing Sixth Form provision which is co-educational. Our Trust and our schools pride themselves on a culture of high standards delivered through our Values of Care and Unity. We provide a rewarding environment where students and staff feel valued and supported and everyone feels part of the larger family as our schools and departments work very closely together.

Our Trust and our schools pride themselves on a culture of high standards delivered through our values of Care and Unity. We provide a rewarding environment where students and staff feel valued and supported.

Teaching is the most rewarding job in the world. We have the opportunity to change students' lives for the better and you could make a positive impact at Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys as Teacher of English/Drama.

We are looking to appoint an exceptional teacher of English/Drama with a dynamic and inspirational approach to teaching, an individual that will become an integral part of the department, who will support the department in achieving its ambitious targets and goals. We would like a teacher who believes in collaboration both for students and when working with colleagues.

The ideal candidate will be expected to contribute to do extra-curricular activities within the department as well as the pastoral life of the school.

We are looking for a teacher who has:

A genuine passion for teaching English/DramaThe ability to be an outstanding English/Drama teacherThe willingness to work as part of a motivated and dedicated team.The drive and enthusiasm to engage and inspire pupils.The dedication to improve the life chances of young people throughout the schoolAble to teach Film studies would be an advantageExperience with KS5 Literature would be an advantage

As a member of staff at Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys we can offer you:

Opportunities for career progressionExcellent professional developmentA contributory pension schemeOpportunities to collaborate with outstanding and dynamic teaching professionals Access to various discounts for a small monthly feeAn employee assistance programmeSeason ticket loansExcellent catering facilitiesCycle2Work SchemeSecure on-site parking PolyMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offer of employment is subject upon the Academy Trust receiving an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate (DBS), which the Academy considers to be satisfactory. If you are successful in your application, you will be required to complete a DBS Application Form. Any information disclosed will be handled in accordance with the Code of Practice published by the Disclosure and Barring Service. The post you are applying for is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and it is therefore an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. In accordance with changes to the KCSIE 2022 legislation shortlisted candidates will be subject to a social media check. PolyMAT is committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and providing opportunities for people with disabilities. We are an inclusive Trust who strives to provide an environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. We aspire to ensure that every member of our community, regardless of circumstances or background, have the opportunity to be the best version of themselves through our vision of 'Success for Everyone'. For any potential applicants, we would like to encourage you to inform us of any additional support or adjustments you may need throughout the recruitment process. We have an open approach to support for candidates with disabilities and recognise that reasonable adjustments may be required based on each individuals needs. Sharing your needs with us ahead of interview, allows us to fully support and ensure you are not disadvantaged during the process. We welcome candidates contacting us at any point should you feel uncomfortable declaring a disability, to reassure you that we are here to support. So, please contact if this is the case.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 28 April. Interviews are scheduled to take place shortly after.

Suitable candidates will be interviewed promptly upon receipt of application. The closing date will be brought forward in the event that the post is filled.

We look forward to hearing from you.


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