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Head of Philosophy, Religion and Ethics

Chiltern Hills Academy, Chesham, Buckinghamshire, HP5 2RG

This job expired on 1 February 2022 – see similar jobs

• Closing date

  1 February 2022 at 9am

• Date listed

  18 January 2022

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subjects: Philosophy, Religious education
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Maternity or parental leave cover - Until return of postholder
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS/UPS
• Additional allowances:

  TLR2A (£3,186)

Head of Philosophy, Religion and Ethics job summary

We are seeking to appoint from Easter or May half term, a well-qualified, enthusiastic and passionate teacher of Philosophy, Religion & Ethics to GCSE and A Level, following the Eduqas specification. The successful applicant will provide the students with a rounded education of all sides of philosophy, religion and ethics. They will explore, with the students, how to thrive in modern Britain through an understanding of an ever complex world. The department embraces inquisitive learning with the aim of encouraging pupils to be critical, caring, creative and collaborative thinkers.

The successful candidate will be fully involved in departmental development, target setting and evaluation of student progress and will possess the following attributes:
- Strong leadership and team-building qualities
- An outstanding classroom practitioner
- Highly developed inter-personal skills
- High expectations for student achievement.

Our SIAMS inspection in March 2020 reinforces how our Christian vision and values are integral to all aspects of the school. It also noted the effectiveness of religious education to be inspiring and engaging. “The subject is skilfully led and well taught. Teaching is targeted, challenging and supportive. This leads to strong levels of positive engagement from pupils’ ”. Please refer to the full report here; https://www.chilternhillsacademy.co.uk/about-us/siams-and-ofsted.
We are onto the final stages of our school development building programme to accommodate growing numbers and add to our well-resourced teaching environment.

Applicants are encouraged to use the quick apply button to apply for the role or to contact Mrs Jo Mistry, HR Administrator, with any questions: jmistry@chacademy.co.uk.

Please visit our website for further information www.chilternhillsacademy.co.uk.

Closing date: 9am on Tuesday 01 February 2022
Interviews: Tuesday 08 February 2022

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All staff appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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About Chiltern Hills Academy

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1107 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Chiltern Hills Academy website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: jmistry@chacademy.co.uk
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Chiltern Hills Academy is a Church of England, co-educational secondary school in Chesham, Buckinghamshire. There are circa 1025 students on the school roll, approximately 100 of whom study in the sixth form. Chiltern Hills Academy converted to academy status in 2011 and is jointly sponsored by the Diocese of Oxford and Buckinghamshire County Council.

We are situated in the market town of Chesham, Buckinghamshire in the Chiltern Hills, designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Situated close to the M40 and the M25, Chesham is on the end of Metropolitan line of the London Underground and is 28 miles north-west of London. There is ample parking on-site. Renting here is cheaper than in central London and if you enjoy travelling, it takes about 40 minutes by car to Heathrow.

The Elgiva Theatre, Lowndes Park and an open-air heated swimming pool are just some of the many public amenities available in the town. Chesham is renowned for its community spirit and there are many recreational and community groups catering for the diverse and active population.

Chiltern Hills Academy aims to provide an environment that excites, motivates and challenges students, encouraging lifelong learning and an interest in the world around them. The secondary school is founded on Christian values and principles, with an ethos that promotes personal responsibility, self-respect, respect for the beliefs and views of others, self-confidence and a commitment to success and achievement.

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Kevin Patrick

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