Teacher of History
The Judd School
Kent
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- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS & UPS
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 18 April 2018
Job overview
Teacher of History
Main Professional Scale or Upper Pay Scale
The Judd School is a high performing boys’ grammar school which is enriched by a mixed sixth form. Our 2015 Ofsted Report deemed us to be Outstanding in all areas. We are seeking to appoint a knowledgeable and enthusiastic NQT or established teacher to support the unique identity of our school.
History is a popular and successful department within The Judd School. Our average A* rate at GCSE, has stood at 64% between 2012 and 2017 and A’ level results are also strong with over 89% A*-B grades over the past six years. We were particularly pleased with our first set of results within the new AQA course last year where 20% of our students achieved A* grades.
The History Department has always been successful at inspiring students to continue with the subject at university. We are very proud of our Oxbridge and Russell Group success with history students claiming places in history and related disciplines such as PPE each year. The successful applicant will be expected to help continue with this trend and inspire talented historians to continue the subject at university.
Further details about the school can be found at www.judd.online.If you require any further information about the vacancy please telephone Mrs Diane O'Grady, PA to the Headteacher on 01732 373550.
Applications can be made directly through the TES website. Alternatively, you can complete the application form, also available to download from the school website, and email it to personnel@judd.kent.sch.uk. You may replace the ‘Applicant Statement’ with a covering letter if you wish, of no more than 2 sides of A4.
Early applications are very much encouraged; the school reserves the right to interview before the closing date.
Employment type: Full-time
Salary: MPS & UPS
Closing date: Midnight Friday 20th April 2018
Date of interviews: Monday 23rd April 2018 (please note we reserve the right to interview earlier)
Position start date: September 2018
The Judd School is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Our commitment is underpinned by robust processes and procedures that seek to minimise risk and continuously promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce.
All posts within the school are subject to an enhanced DBS check. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.
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About The Judd School
Introduction
The Judd School maintains a long tradition of academic excellence and has exceptional expectations for all its students. Above all, it has a reputation for being a very caring and happy community. It places an emphasis on both individual and group achievement and promotes a full range of activities, which includes a very high standard of sport, music, drama and service to the community. The expectation is that all students leaving The Judd School will have gained success academically, achieved a well-balanced and confident approach to life and be prepared for the challenges of leadership in the 21st century. Academic achievement is very high with over 10% of leavers receiving offers for Oxford or Cambridge Universities.
History
The Skinners’ Company, out of funds provided by the Sir Andrew Judd Foundation, founded the Sir Andrew Judd's Commercial School in 1888 in East Street, Tonbridge. The school moved to its present site in 1896 and became known as The Judd School in 1925. Under the 1944 Education Act the School became the first Voluntary- Aided Grammar School. Today it still has close links with the Skinners’ Company whose members make up a significant proportion of the Governing Body.
Admissions
The Judd School is a selective Voluntary-Aided Grammar School with approximately 900 boys in Years 7-11. There are around 500 students in the Sixth Form, which includes around 150 girls on average. A key enriching facet of the school is its openness to children from all parts of West Kent and beyond. Admissions are based on ranked 11+ score, with 157 places for 'Inner' area students and 23 for 'Outer' area (see website for further details).
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