Teacher of Health and Social Care
Copthall School, London, NW7 2EPThis job expired on 21 June 2021
Job start date
1 September 2021
Closing date
21 June 2021 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
12 May 2021
Job details
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Working pattern
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- MPS/UPS
Additional allowances
• support, mentoring and training appropriate to the post
• a forward looking, hardworking and enthusiastic team of staff with the desire and skills to improve outcomes
• the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the school, its students and families
• benefits from our Employee Assistance Programme/Well-being package
Teacher of Health and Social Care job summary
Thank you for expressing an interest in the post of Teacher of Health and Social Care.
Copthall School is led by a decisive leader having been awarded ‘TES Headteacher of the Year Award 2020’ and an MBE in the New Year’s Honours list for Services to Education. High quality teaching and learning is one of our priorities which leads to outstanding results. Our outcomes for GCSEs are outstanding with a year on year upward P8 trajectory, placing us in the top 3% nationally for progress. Our thriving Sixth Form, which is in the top 12% of schools for A-Level results, offers both A-Level and Vocational pathways and we boast an excellent success rate in University applications.
Our students are keen to learn and are a real pleasure to teach. Due to the growth of our KS3 and KS5 curriculum, we are looking to recruit a full time Health and Social Care Teacher to teach across both KS4 and KS5. We have a range of departmental initiatives which provide opportunities for the right candidate to cultivate their creative capabilities. This is a really exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about education and looking to develop their own skills in this area.
The successful candidate will be expected to:
• have QTS and a degree or a similar related Health and Social Care related qualification
• possess recent experience of teaching Health and Social Care or a closely related subject to students in KS3-KS5
• knowledge of the National Curriculum for BTEC Health and Social Care at Level 2 and 3
• be an innovative and reflective practitioner who is keen to learn
• have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of pupils
• have an interest in and commitment to working with, supporting the development of, and safeguarding children
and in return we offer candidates:
• support, mentoring and training appropriate to the post
• a forward looking, hardworking and enthusiastic team of staff with the desire and skills to improve outcomes
• the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the school, its students and families
• benefits from our Employee Assistance Programme/Well-being package
Copthall is a beacon of success and has been featured regularly on a range of media platforms: https://www.copthallschool.org.uk/238/news-events. Our commitment to staff development and staff welfare is exceptionally strong and is evident in the calm and purposeful atmosphere you will find at our school. We are looking for staff who are committed to developing confident and capable learners and who are prepared to work hard for every single student.
At Copthall, all staff, whether in teaching or support roles, are highly valued and their contribution to our students is appreciated by the whole school community. The school provides an environment for staff to thrive and develop professionally, whilst enhancing the experience of Copthall students.
Candidates are encouraged to visit the School’s Virtual tour accessible via: https://360imagephotography.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/Copthall+School/index.htm
Appointment is subject to a clear enhanced DBS check.
How to Apply: Application forms must be completed and are available from the school website: www.copthallschool.org.uk/219/join-us or by phoning the school office on 020 8959 1937. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. Please note that CVs will not be accepted.
Completed forms should be returned directly to Copthall School at the above address or via email to recruitment@copthall.barnet.sch.uk.
Closing date: Monday 24th May 2021 (12 noon) – The school reserves the right to commence the interview process at any time prior to the closing date so early application is recommended.
Copthall School is committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting safeguarding and the protection of children and vulnerable adults.
Commitment to safeguarding
Copthall School is committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting safeguarding and the protection of children and vulnerable adults.
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About Copthall School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 962 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Copthall School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- recruitment@copthall.barnet.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 0208 959 1937
Copthall School prides itself on educating 21st century women for successful careers in STEM, human, social and health sciences, performing arts and creative industries. We have approximately 1000 students on role, 120 of which are enrolled in our thriving Sixth Form which is in the top 12% of schools for A Level results. We offer both A-Level and Vocational pathways and we boast an excellent success rate in University applications.
The school has improved year on year since the appointment of a new Headteacher in September 2016 which has led to outstanding GCSE results for two consecutive years placing the school in the top 3% nationally for progress.
Situated in Mill Hill, Barnet we have fantastic outdoor space as well as access to sporting facilities at Allianz Park. Our indoor facilities are equally impressive with a specialist dance studio with sprung flooring, a dedicated STEM Scholars classroom and of course, well-equipped and spacious classrooms.
Headteacher
Evelyn Forde
Values and vision
Copthall prides itself on their Values of Respect, Equality for All, Support and Safety, Aspiration and Responsibility which have underpinned our rapidly improving school. Our Teaching and Learning vision has been instrumental in ensuring that all our students receive an excellent education which is enhanced by the wealth of extra-curricular opportunities available.
We have a unique partnership with Mill Hill Independent School which benefits staff and students at both schools through a range of CPD opportunities, sporting activities and occasions for a shared curricular.
Ofsted report
Copthall received a ‘Good’ judgement from Ofsted in May 2018 whose key findings were:
• Leadership of the school is purposeful effective and transformational
• Quality of Teaching and Learning and assessment is Good
• Pupils attend regularly and are polite and welcoming to visitors
• Students benefit from strong teaching in the Sixth Form
http://www.copthallschool.org.uk/226/ofsted
Arranging a visit to Copthall School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@copthall.barnet.sch.uk.
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