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TEACHER OF PHILOSOPHY, RELIGION AND ETHICS (Maternity Cover)

Chiltern Hills Academy, Chesham, Buckinghamshire, HP5 2RG

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• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  21 June 2021 at 9am

• Date listed

  10 June 2021

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subjects: Philosophy, Religious education
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - to cover maternity leave
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS
• Additional allowances:

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TEACHER OF PHILOSOPHY, RELIGION AND ETHICS (Maternity Cover) job summary

Chiltern Hills Academy invites applications for the opportunity to join the staff of a successful, mixed 11-18 Church of England Academy. Based in the market town of Chesham, Buckinghamshire, we are located in the Chiltern Hills, an area of outstanding natural beauty conveniently situated at the end of the London Underground Metropolitan Line.

We are seeking to appoint, as soon as possible (or September 2021) 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 should also be able to offer an additional subject, ideally Sociology at KS5 or History, although other subjects will be considered.  They will be fully involved in departmental development, target setting and evaluation of student progress and will possess the following attributes:  

 

• An outstanding classroom practitioner 
• Highly developed inter-personal skills 
• High expectations for student achievement

 Applications from NQTs, experienced teachers or those returning to the profession will be welcome.  We have a proven track record of support and development for all colleagues. 

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 have recently embarked on the next stage of our school development 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
 

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
• Phone number: 01494782066
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/chiltern-hills-academy (opens in new tab)

Chiltern Hills Academy is a Church of England, co-educational secondary school in Chesham, Buckinghamshire. There are circa 1025 students on the roll, approximately 100 whom study sixth form. converted to academy status 2011 and jointly sponsored by Diocese Oxford Buckinghamshire County Council. We situated market town Hills, designated an Area Outstanding Natural Beauty. Situated close M40 M25, Chesham end Metropolitan line London Underground 28 miles north-west London. ample parking on-site. Renting here cheaper than central if you enjoy travelling, it takes about 40 minutes car Heathrow. The Elgiva Theatre, Lowndes Park open-air heated swimming pool just some many public amenities available town. renowned for its community spirit there recreational groups catering diverse active population. aims provide environment that excites, motivates challenges students, encouraging lifelong learning interest world around them. founded Christian values principles, with ethos promotes personal responsibility, self-respect, respect beliefs views others, self-confidence commitment success achievement. Principal Kevin Patrick

Arranging a visit to Chiltern Hills Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jmistry@chacademy.co.uk.

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