Head of RE and Sociology Department
Reigate School
Surrey
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- £23,362 to £41,330 plus TLR
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 1st January 2020
- Apply by:
- 27 September 2019
Job overview
Head of RE and Sociology
(TLR2a - £6,776)
An opportunity for a Head of RE and Sociology has become available for January 2020
Are you interested in joining our Outstanding, oversubscribed school?
Is Reigate School right for you?
We’re looking for a Head of RE and Sociology to join our fantastic school in January 2020. We’re looking for someone that has a passion for education, somebody who wants to make a difference and someone that wants to find ways of being the best teacher and leader they can be.
Our school
Reigate School is an Outstanding, oversubscribed, mixed secondary comprehensive. Having recently formed a Multi Academy Trust with other local Good and Outstanding schools, we pride ourselves on serving the local community and providing high quality education. As a teaching school we deliver training and expertise to schools and teachers across the county and we’re constantly looking at ways to innovate and improve.
The team
At Reigate School we value the contribution made by every member of staff. Teaching is a rewarding profession, but it can also be demanding. To support teachers we:
• Provide 24% non-contact time.
• Employ cover supervisors to minimise cover.
• Regularly review the impact marking has on workload.
• Provide support services such as independent counselling and physiotherapy.
• Have outstanding CPD training and NQT provision.
Our local area
Reigate is a historic market town packed with independent shops, cafes and restaurants. The surrounding countryside and impressive Priory Park provide opportunities to participate in sport or simply unwind. Outstanding train links into London, close proximity to the M25 and 10 minutes from Gatwick Airport means you can get around with ease.
Safeguarding
Reigate School takes safeguarding very seriously. Successful candidates will be subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
How to apply
If you believe you have the attributes and mind-set to join our team them please apply using the Apply Now button below or by downloading an application from our website and emailing it to Sue Carr, HR Manager, s.carr@reigate-school.surrey.sch.uk
The deadline for applications is 9am Friday 27th September 2019.
If you have any questions about our school or the application process please give us a ring on 01737 243166.
Useful links
School website - www.reigate-school.surrey.sch.uk
DfE performance table - www.compare-school-performance.service.gov.uk/school/125257/reigate-school
Our teaching school (SESTA) - www.sestateachingschool.co.uk
About Reigate School
Welcome to Reigate School. It gives us great pleasure to introduce the school to you on behalf of both the governors and the staff.
Reigate School is a large, heavily oversubscribed, 11-16 school. We are a truly comprehensive and inclusive school, committed to providing the best education we can for the children in our local community. We have very strong partnerships with other local schools and colleges. Our experienced and dedicated staff and governors work collaboratively in many contexts, including through our Teaching School Alliance.
At Reigate School we have high expectations of our students and strive to ensure that every child achieves academically, socially and personally. We provide children with a balanced curriculum, a happy, stimulating environment and opportunities in abundance.
Children joining us will be individually supported to help them develop into confident young adults with a set of skills and abilities that enable them to make lasting friendships, appreciate diversity in others and ably compete in a global education system or work environment.
We believe that Reigate School is a wonderful school to be part of; the students are delightful and hard-working, the staff and governors are very committed and parents are supportive. We are extremely proud of our school and what has been achieved.
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