Teacher of Religious Studies, Philosophy and Ethics

Dr Challoner's Grammar School, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 5HA

10 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  3 February 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  16 January 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subjects: Philosophy, Religious education
• Working pattern: Full time (Can be done as a job share)
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS plus Fringe Allowance (plus TLR2.2 for a temporary Subject Lead, if appropriate)

What skills and experience we're looking for

You should have experience of teaching RS to at least GCSE level, and a thorough knowledge of the requirements of the National Curriculum and examination requirements. Some experience of teaching A level RS or Philosophy would be an advantage. A detailed person specification can be found in the job pack.

What the school offers its staff

• Engaging, able and well-motivated students
• An innovative approach to learning
• Outstanding facilities in every subject
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme including financial and legal advice, counselling and health programmes
• Preferential admission for qualified children of staff (some restrictions apply)
• Access to onsite cardio fitness and weights room
• Free onsite parking
• Access to Blue Light card benefitsOutstanding modern facilities, including recently modernised sports, music, arts and science facilities.

• High staff retention
• A friendly working environment with supportive and caring colleagues.
• Culture of teamwork, loyalty and aspiration

Commitment to safeguarding

Dr Challoner’s Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs are not accepted.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Teacher of RS Information Pack January 2025.pdf - 3.22 MB (opens in new tab)

About Dr Challoner's Grammar School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1370 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Dr Challoner's Grammar School website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: employment@challoners.org
• Phone number: 01494 787500
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/dr-challoner-s-grammar-school (opens in new tab)

Boys' Grammar School with a co-educational Sixth Form, situated on the edge of the Chilterns a short walk from Amersham station. Aspirational staff and students, with an atmosphere that values resilience and kindness. Also a Teaching School and SCITT, so unparalleled opportunities for staff development

Arranging a visit to Dr Challoner's Grammar School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email employment@challoners.org.

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