Teacher of Philosophy, Religion and Ethics | part-time 0.6 FTE
Alcester Grammar School, Alcester, Warwickshire, B49 5EDThis job expired on 4 November 2024
Start date details
1st January 2025 OR Easter 2025
Closing date
4 November 2024 at 9am
Date listed
26 September 2024
Job details
Job role
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- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subjects
- Philosophy, Religious Education
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- MPS / UPS 0.6 FTE
Teacher of Philosophy, Religion and Ethics | part-time 0.6 FTE job summary
About this role:
We are seeking an ambitious teacher of Philosophy, Religious Studies & Ethics to join our popular, successful and growing part of the school, known for its passion and academic rigor. We believe deeply in the importance of equipping students with the skills to think critically, reflect meaningfully, and emerge with diverse perspectives in an ever changing world. We of course want someone who can deliver high quality lessons, but we also want someone who can build excellent relationships with students and recognise the importance of partnership with parents.
To be successful you should be able to fulfil the following criteria:
- QTS and a good honours degree in a related subject (ECTs are welcome)
- Be passionate about learning and teaching
- Demonstrate a passion for the subject, and the ability to teach PRE across KS3, GCSE and A Level
- Have a sensitive attitude to students of all abilities and ages and the ability to meet the needs of the most able and those with Special Educational Needs
- Be willing to go above and beyond to ensure students make great progress
- Be committed to playing a part in the wider life of the school
- Be committed to safeguarding children's wellbeing
- Have a supportive and cooperative approach to colleagues
- Have a willingness to continue learning and developing as a teacher
- Have a reflective approach to your own practice and to the overall performance of the department
In return, we will offer you:
- A high quality and bespoke CPD programme designed to enhance your skills and knowledge to support your professional development
- Two-week half-term break in October
- Enthusiastic students with a love of learning and, who want to succeed
- A culture of professional autonomy and a supportive staff - you join a real 'AGS Family'
- Membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme
- Free on-site parking
- On-site catering at affordable prices
- Free on-site gym
- Multi-faith prayer room
- Convenient location in South Warwickshire with superb amenities and eminently affordable housing
You can find out more about us from our website and we would be delighted to show you around our school, if you are interested in this role, we encourage you to visit us . Please contact r.thorpe@alcestergs.com
Alcester Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment and to undergo appropriate pre-employment vetting checks, including a satisfactory Disclosing and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check.
Alcester Grammar School is committed to developing a culture of inclusion in our school for the benefit of all staff, pupils and governors. We believe that all staff should thrive irrespective of race, religious beliefs, disability, gender, gender identity, and sexual orientation. We recognise and respect values and differences and we work to remove any barriers which inhibit the development of people, including recruitment and retention.
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.
About Alcester Grammar School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1292 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Alcester Grammar School website (opens in new tab)
A unique and happy school, where you can indulge your creativity, refine your skills, and enjoy an atmosphere that respects your professional autonomy. With delightful students, grateful parents and supportive colleagues, teaching doesn't get much better than this.
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