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Role: Second In Science
Academy: Outwood Academy Hindley
Start Date: September 2026
Salary (Actual Salary): M1 - UPS3 TLR 2.1 (with possible literacy responsibility payment)
Working Pattern: 32.5 Hours Per Week Monday to Friday.
About the Academy:
Outwood Academy Hindley is an 11-16 academy based in Hindley within Wigan and we are proud to say that our OFSTED inspection in December 2024 cited that the school is good in all areas and that we all share a strong commitment to raising pupils aspirations. Part of the Outwood Family since 2022 we are a welcoming and supportive academy with a relentless determination to provide the very best education for every child. We place students at the centre of everything we do with a focus on creating a culture of success and a positive climate for learning. We are proud of our curriculum which is designed to stretch and enrich our students experience and coupled with our relentless focus on learning ensures everyone has the right to learn. We believe that learning should be both enjoyable and enriching. With a holistic view of education we aim to create a safe and secure learning community that encourages healthy and sustainable lifestyles and empowers students to pursue career pathways they will find stimulating and deeply rewarding.
Welcome from the Principal:
Welcome from the Principal - Hindley
I am excited to introduce you to Outwood Academy Hindley recently judged Good in all areas by Ofsted.
The report recognised our outstanding culture of care and welcoming environment. We place a strong emphasis on staff development guaranteeing excellent CPD opportunities for those passionate about improving their practice.
Our exceptional team shares a strong sense of teamwork and commitment to transforming student lives. Similarly our students are kind well-mannered and keen to succeed. Everything we do is guided by the core principles of the Outwood family: students first raising standards and transforming lives.
If you share our passion for improving the life chances of young people I am very keen to meet you and welcome you to our team.
To view the Teaching Staff recruitment booklet for English:Click Here
The English Department at Outwood Academy Hindley is an innovative and successful department. Youll join a dedicated leadership team who are passionate about creating and delivering outstanding lessons within our department. Our enthusiastic educators are further supported by our highly skilled and experienced English Directors providing continuous CPD and individual support.
The department boasts an exceptionally well-resourced and culturally rich curriculum featuring cutting-edge classroom technologies that empower teachers to deliver dynamic and inspiring learning experiences. We nurture a close-knit and supportive team environment a true family dedicated to maximising the potential of every student and equipping them with the skills and knowledge to succeed in the future.
We are a highly successful department that has made significant improvements in recent years with our most recent results above national averages. We continue to develop our curriculum ensuring students are exposed to a variety of texts and ideas to broaden their perspective and cultural capital and place a huge emphasis on the love of reading.
We are now seeking to appoint a vibrant and dynamic leader as second in department to join our fantastic team. We are totally committed to providing the very best education for every child with a focus on creating a culture of success and a positive learning environment. We aim to instil a love of English and reading and a desire for knowledge in every child in our care.
As we continue to improve and progress help to take us to the next level.
Responsibilities
The Teacher is expected to implement and use a wide range of teaching and learning strategies within the classroom applying techniques like Assessment for Learning (AfL) to continually improve student performance. A core duty involves effectively using student level data to identify areas for development and raise standards.
This professional must be aware of strategies available for improving the learning and achievement of all students alongside possessing a good understanding of curriculum developments within their specific subject area. The role requires maintaining high expectations for all students and effectively communicating with students and their parents both orally and in writing. The teacher is expected to work collaboratively as part of a team sharing good practice across the department and demonstrating creativity in problem solving and a willingness to adopt new approaches.
Qualifications
Essential qualifications include a degree in an appropriate discipline related to the relevant subject and a teaching qualification coupled with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Required experience includes recent and relevant teaching experience (either in employment or training) and experience of assessment at Key Stage 3 and 4.
The successful candidate will be confident in using standard computer packages (word processing email and spreadsheets) and understand how these tools can enhance student learning. The role demands high levels of professionalism including the ability to relate to students in a pleasant and sympathetic manner and a capacity to recognise potential child safeguarding issues.
- To view the person specification please clickhere.
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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS - WHAT DO WE OFFER AS AN EMPLOYER? Outwood Grange Academies Trust supports colleagues by funding an extensive range of accredited training courses and apprenticeship opportunities up to Masters level. We also offer: Your starting salary with annual increments plus in ... View more
