EXPIRED

Teacher of Religion, Philosophy and Ethics

The King's School, Ottery St Mary, Devon, EX11 1RA

This job expired on 17 April 2023

• Start date details

  September 2023

• Closing date

  17 April 2023 at 9am

• Date listed

  24 March 2023

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: Religious education
• Working pattern:
  • Full time - 195 days per year, full-time (1265 hours directed time) or pro rata
• Contract type: Fixed term - 1 Year
• Pay scale: MPS1-MPS6

What skills and experience we're looking for

For September 2023 we are looking to appoint a full time RPE Teacher who can deliver RPE at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. An ability to contribute to the delivery of A Level Sociology is desirable. It is essential that the successful candidate is passionate about RPE and has excellent subject knowledge. We are looking for an enthusiastic teacher who can help students to understand the relevance and importance of RPE in today’s world as well as in their own lives. RPE is taught in mixed ability classes, so the successful candidate will need to be able to differentiate confidently, but also not be afraid to take risks and teach dynamic and creative lessons. You will need to be able to work collaboratively as part of a team and be willing to share new ideas and approaches to teaching and learning. This post is ideal for an ECT who wishes to complete their induction in an outstanding school. We offer a very strong support programme for teachers who are starting their career and working towards ECT status or returning to teaching after a break.

What the school offers its staff

The King’s School with 1120 students is an outstanding 11-18 comprehensive school with ambitious students, supportive parents and excellent facilities. We have a strong reputation for success across the curriculum and an extra-curricular programme which is valued highly by the whole school community. A commitment to the philosophy of ‘Achievement for All’ and a desire to work in an exciting, dynamic, creative and supportive way are essential for all staff at The King’s School.

Further details about the role

Please contact Mrs Pocock at recruitment@thekings.devon.sch.uk for further details, or see our website and apply online. The closing date is 09:00am on Monday 17th April 2023 with a view to interviewing the week commencing 24th April 2023.

Commitment to safeguarding

When applying for the role, it is important that you refer to the school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and the DBS Disclosure Policy, which can be found on our website (About Us – Policy Documents). We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of students so all staff are enhanced DBS checked.

This job post has expired.

Upload additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

RPE Teacher - Letter from HT.pdf - 307 KB (opens in new tab)

RPE Teacher - JD.pdf - 151 KB (opens in new tab)

About The King's School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1109 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: The King's School website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: recruitment@thekings.devon.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01404 812982
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-king-s-school-ottery-st-mary (opens in new tab)

Academy - Comprehensive 11-18 school

Arranging a visit to The King's School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@thekings.devon.sch.uk.

School location

Get a job alert when similar jobs are listed

Find more school jobs in Devon, Plymouth and Torbay