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Teacher of Religious Studies

Teddington School, Teddington, Middlesex, TW11 9PJ

This job expired on 20 February 2023 – see similar jobs

• Start date details

  September 2023

• Closing date

  20 February 2023 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  24 January 2023

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
• Subject: Religious education
• Working pattern: Full time: Monday-Tuesday-Thursday 8:20-15:30 / Wednesday 8:20-17:30 / Friday 8:20 - 14:00
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Main Pay Scale (negotiable, depending on experience)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Essential
Qualifications:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with appropriate degree• good academic backgroundExperience:• secondary trainedThis post would be suitable for an established teacher or an enthusiastic person applying for their first teaching post (ECT). Knowledge:• Excellent subject knowledge• An understanding of current developments in Religious Studies teaching, particularly the National Curriculum at KS3 and KS4• An appreciation of current developments post-16Philosophy:Commitment to:• The principle of comprehensive education• Staff participation in decision making and consultation• The pursuit of high standards, both academic and behavioural• Quality provision for all student including SEN/G&T• Innovation in the teaching of Religious Studies• The development of high-quality programmes of study in Religious Studies• Sharing good practice• Coaching and mentoring• Equality of opportunity• Maximising contributions from parents, governors and the community
• Desirable
  
• Evidence of commitment to further professional development
  
• An awareness of changes to the National Curriculum for Religious Studies
• Some familiarity with the Religious Studies GCSE specifications
• A belief that all children can be successful in Religious Studies
• A desire to promote and develop literacy a cross the curriculum

What the school offers its staff

Our school is located on a modern and attractive campus that overlooks the River Thames. Inside our school, you will find a professional working environment with a calm and caring atmosphere based on mutual respect between all stakeholders. We pride ourselves on the fundamental principle that teachers have the right to teach and students have the right to learn.

Further details about the role

All details of the role can be found in the attached recruitment pack.

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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RS Recruitment Pack January 2023.pdf - 1.76 MB (opens in new tab)

About Teddington School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1307 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Teddington School website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: hrdepartment@teddingtonschool.org
• Phone number: 0208 943 0033
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/teddington-school-teddington (opens in new tab)

Teddington School is in an exciting phase of development. We are part of the high performing Bourne Education Trust and have recently been judged ‘Good’ by Ofsted. We are excited to appoint exceptional individuals who wish to make a significant contribution to the learning and lives of our students. We have a proven track record of developing staff and providing an excellent professional experience.

Our school is located on a modern and attractive campus that overlooks the River Thames. Inside our school, you will find a professional working environment with a calm and caring atmosphere based on mutual respect between all stakeholders. We pride ourselves on the fundamental principle that teachers have the right to teach and students have the right to learn.

Arranging a visit to Teddington School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hrdepartment@teddingtonschool.org.

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