Teacher of Religious Studies (Maternity)
The Minster School, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, NG25 0LG11 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
25 November 2024 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
15 October 2024
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Religious education
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term - Maternity from Jan 2025 / / Easter 2025 - to be discussed with candidate - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- MPS / UPS
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, ambitious and creative Teacher of Religious Studies. This includes the teaching of PSHE and citizenship which are integral to our Religious Studies curriculum. You will join a highly successful school, with an expectation to strive for excellence at every opportunity, commit to sharing practice with others. You can also expect the highest quality of support, excellent benefits and personal professional development. Applications from ECTs are welcomed.
The successful candidate will:
- be an excellent classroom teacher able to teach throughout the age and ability range (Key Stage 3, 4 and 5)
- be passionate about RE and be able to inspire a similar enthusiasm in our students
- be committed to raising the attainment of all students, particularly those who are disadvantaged
- demonstrate excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
- be committed to supporting and contributing to our school ethos of Succeeding Together and the values of Wisdom, Optimism, Resilience, Kindness and Service
What the school offers its staff
THE MINSTER SCHOOL, SOUTHWELL
A Church of England Academy
Member of the Minster Trust for Education
NOR 1650, inc. 375 in the Sixth Form, Age Range 7-18
Teacher of RS
MPS / UPS
Maternity Cover
To commence: January 2025 / Easter 2025 to be discussed with the right candidate
The Minster School is a highly regarded, oversubscribed school, serving the local community of Southwell and surrounding villages. As a Church of England Academy, we have a strong ethos which is based around our values of Wisdom, Optimism, Resilience, Kindness and Service through which we live and breathe our motto of Succeeding Together. The school currently has 1650 students on roll including 375 students in the sixth form and 40 students in the junior department. We are regularly amongst the top schools in Nottinghamshire for achievement and attainment.
Alongside serving our own students, we are the home of East Midlands East Maths Hub, a strategic partner of the Redhill Teaching Hub and a member of the Minster Learning Alliance. The Minster School is a member of the Minster Trust for Education (MITRE), a multi academy trust.
Further details about the role
Candidates should apply through the TES website and follow the guidance notes as provided. CV’s will not be accepted. For further information about how to apply for this role, please read our ‘Guidance notes for applicants’ document which will be posted on the TES website under the job listing.
For more information about the role, please contact our HR Assistant Lizz Caunt – l.caunt@minsterschool.org.uk
Closing date:22nd November 2024 - 12.00pm
Interviews:w/c 25th November 2024
Minster Trust for Education is a multi-academy trust of 8 primary and secondary schools which has at its core a collaborative model of leadership and a belief in sharing expertise while unerringly pursuing the best education for its pupils. Together we help every child to flourish, opening doors to fulfilling futures.
The Trust is founded on 5 key principles that apply to pupils, students and employees alike. They are:
- Integrity - we do the right thing
- Wisdom - we think deeply
- Kindness - we care about each other
- Collaboration - we are better together
- Service - we pursue the greater good.
We seek to employ people who not only demonstrate these values but are also invested in our mission and truly wish to make a difference through their contribution, whatever the specific role.
The Minster Trust for Education is committed to safeguarding children and the promotion of equal opportunities for staff and students. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and complete a KCSIE Declaration.
Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy sooner if we receive suitable applications for the role.
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.
Applying for the job
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About The Minster School
- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 7 to 18
- Education phase
- Middle
- School size
- 1647 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 7 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- The Minster School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- l.caunt@minsterschool.org.uk
The Minster School is a founding member of the Minster Trust for Education, a multi-academy trust supporting the very best education in all its facets for children in Nottinghamshire
Arranging a visit to The Minster School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email l.caunt@minsterschool.org.uk.
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