Teacher of PSHCE and Geography - ECTs welcome to apply, Brighton

Teacher of PSHCE and Geography - ECTs Welcome to Apply

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, dynamic and committed teacher of PSHCE (Life Skills) and Geography to teach across the full age and ability range from September 2022.  You will also be expected to teach Geography. 

Pay Scale: MTPS/UPS (placed on scale dependent on experience).  Applications from experienced teachers and ECTs are welcome.

Located on the outskirts of Brighton, Patcham High is vibrant, proud and successful and is known for its innovative approach and values CPD very highly. We have an unshakeable faith in the power of high-quality teaching and want the very best for all our students. 

Life Skills is an established but growing curriculum area; we are looking to appoint a specialist Life Skills as it is a popular subject at our school.   The Life Skills and Humanities teams are vibrant and committed professionals.

The successful candidate will:

• be an outstanding teacher;

• be passionate about their subject and committed to making Life Skills and Geography accessible, exciting and fun subjects for all our students;

• have outstanding interpersonal skills;

• be able to contribute to the growth of the department;

• be innovative, dynamic and forward-looking;

• be committed to high quality teaching and learning for students of all abilities;

• be a team player.

In joining Patcham High, you will find a creative and supportive culture within a school that is hugely aspirational. We place great importance on positive relationships, teamwork and a ‘can do attitude’.  We believe that we are at the cutting edge and, with exciting challenges ahead, this is a brilliant time to join the school.

We welcome applications from colleagues who are determined to make a difference. 

To apply please download the application form from the school’s website http://www.patchamhigh.brighton-hove.sch.uk/school-information-2/vacancies/  and email to the Headteacher’s PA, Elise Holmes eholmes@patchamhigh.org.uk  If you have any questions or would like to arrange a visit please contact Mrs Holmes, either by email or by telephone (01273 543484).

Patcham High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

We welcome applications from all parts of our community as we aspire to have a staff body that matches the social and cultural diversity of our student intake.  We are open to flexible working.

We reserve the right to interview on application should a suitable candidate become available and we have the right to withdraw this advert prior to the closing date.

Brighton & Hove Schools – Taking Action for Equality

Closing Date: Thursday 26th May 2022 at 12 noon

Interviews: Friday 27th May 2022