Teacher of Religious Education
Kilgraston School
Perth and Kinross
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2021
- Apply by:
- 9 June 2020
Job overview
Teacher of Religious Education
Kilgraston School is an independent boarding & day school for girls from 5-18, based in Bridge of Earn, Perthshire, Scotland. Set in 56 acres it has extensive grounds and facilities, including swimming pool, artificial sports grounds and an equestrian centre.
Kilgraston is a Catholic school but warmly welcomes girls of other denominations and faiths who make up a large proportion of the pupils. The school is a member of the International Network of Sacred Heart Schools and as such, faith is at the core of everyday school life.
Kilgraston seeks to appoint a well-qualified and enthusiastic person to teach religious education throughout the school. The Department has an excellent track record and the ability to be able to teach the subject at Sixth Form level is essential.
This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to play a significant role in continuing to drive the success of Kilgraston School. Applications will be accepted from those of a Christian faith only under Schedule 9, part 1 of the Equality Act 2010
The post commences in January 2021.
Closing date for applications will be Wednesday 10th June 2020.
Interviews will be held on Monday 15th June 2020. It is anticipated that the interviews will be via Video Conference Call due to the current Covid-19 related restrictions.
To apply, please contact recruitment@kilgraston.com to request an application pack or visit www.kilgraston.com.
Kilgraston is an Equal Opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and the appointment will be subject to membership of the PVG Scheme.
Scottish Charity Number: SC 029664
About Kilgraston School
Introduction
Kilgraston is a leading independent boarding and day school can accommodate up to 300 pupils from 5 to 18 years. It is located in 54 acres of stunning parkland in Bridge of Earn, three miles from the centre of Perth. The school has an outstanding record of academic achievement.
With high pupil numbers, Kilgraston is investing for the future. In recent years the school has undertaken an impressive development programme. New additions to the school include: a bistro style dining-room, a 150 seat theatre, major refurbishment of boarding accommodation, a new sports pavilion and a 25m indoor swimming pool complex. The school has also introduced hockey, tennis and swimming academies to further enhance the extensive range of extracurricular activities. Our latest developments are a new Science Centre and Sixth Form Centre, both completed in summer 2013.
The Mission
Kilgraston is a Catholic school with an ecumenical tradition and, as a member of the international network of Sacred Heart Schools, has a strong sense of community which is maintained through the hard work of every member. The School has traditionally attracted pupils from around the world with pupils coming from countries such as Mexico, Spain, Germany and China.
Kilgraston is guided by the principles of the Sacred Heart:
- Faith relevant in the world today
- Personal growth
- A deep respect for intellectual values
- Community
- Social awareness
The Campus
The Senior School classrooms, including the bespoke music rooms and fully updated ICT facilities, sit alongside the elegant Georgian mansion, which is at the heart of the campus. High standard boarding accommodation, interconnected to the main building, is provided for pupils from the age of 8 to 18, with a separate boarding house for sixth form. There are residential staff in each boarding area.
The most recent Care Inspectorate report praised the excellent standard of the pastoral care -
an achievement staff and pupils are rightly proud of.
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