Teacher of Sport (Full-time)
Reigate College
Reigate, Surrey
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- Up to £39,695
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 16th April 2018 or 1st September 2018
- Apply by:
- 22 January 2018
Job overview
The College is looking for a graduate who can teach Sport to BTEC Level 3 in this thriving and expanding department from 16th April 2018 or 1st September 2018.
The Sport & Public Services department offers A Level PE, BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Sport, BTEC Level Subsidiary Diploma in Sport, BTEC Level 2 Award in Sport, the Community Sport Leaders’ Award (CSLA) Level 1, BTEC Level 2 Award in Public Services and BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Public Services. The Department is one of the largest in the College and students’ achievements compare very favourably with national benchmarks.
As well as enabling students to obtain qualifications for progression, the Department also strongly believes in the value of the subject and the part it plays in the general development and wellbeing of the individual. To that end, a range of physical recreational activities is offered through which students of all abilities can achieve success. By involving as many students as possible, the department also aims to add both enjoyment and balance to an individual’s College life as well as to help them continue their participation in physical activities into adult life.
The College currently runs competitive teams in Men’s and Ladies Football, Rugby, Netball, Hockey and Basketball and it has developed a reputation for its sporting achievements at local, county and national levels. The College also enters British Colleges competitions in a wide range of other sports including Badminton, Trampolining and Tennis and is keen to develop competitive sport further.
The College has its own purpose-built and well-equipped Sports Hall with an excellent fitness gym. The College also has tennis/netball courts and excellent playing fields and sports’ pavilion. It also makes regular use of a number of Outdoor Pursuits’ facilities in the area.
The College has a strong commitment to provide tutorial support and guidance for students. The successful candidate would be expected to manage a tutor group of lower and upper sixth students within the Faculty.
The ability to offer a second subject such as PE or Public Services would be an advantage.
This post is suitable both for experienced teachers and those beginning their career in the profession. Above all, we are seeking someone with an excellent knowledge of Sport and the ability to make the subject come alive for our students. We also want to appoint a good team player who will be skillful at motivating and encouraging colleagues to try out new approaches and resources. The person appointed must be confident in the use of Information Technology in all aspects of their work.
The salary for this post is up to £39,695 per annum.
Candidates are asked to complete the Teaching Staff application form and return it to the Personnel Department by post or by email to jobs@reigate.ac.uk as soon as possible, but no later than 9.00 a.m. on Monday 22nd January 2018.
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About Reigate College
About the College
We are a mixed, non-selective, sixth form college situated in Reigate, Surrey and provide excellent education to around 2,800 16–19-year-old students each year. Students consistently achieve fantastic results and are well-prepared for the next stage in their lives, whether that is university, employment, or apprenticeship.
We have an exceptional reputation both locally and nationally and are consistently one of the very highest performing colleges in the country with a simple mission, to provide “high quality education in a supportive community.”
Values and Vision
The College is a great place to work and study, with an active and supportive community ethos embedded into everything we do. We work closely with the local community and have a strong sense of collaboration within the staff, who set high expectations of students, but always in a fully supportive and welcoming environment.
We are inclusive and work closely with students to develop the necessary independent learning skills to be successful in life. We place a strong emphasis on preparing students for the pathway of their choice and they have the opportunity to select dedicated Tutorials in the second year that reflect their preferred options.
Curriculum
The College offers over 50 different courses including A Levels and A Level equivalents, such as BTECs. The College is placed in the top 10% for A Level value added and success rates (achievement and retention) and our BTEC results are one of the highest in the country. Our value added for disadvantaged students also outperforms the national average for advantaged students.
Supporting students is critical. Therefore, each course is allocated ‘Plus’ support sessions as part of teaching allocations. This provides additional opportunities to enhance student performance, without staff needing to give up their free time.
College Staff
The Principal, Nick Clark is supported by the Senior Leadership Team and wider Senior Management Team. We employ over 250 teaching and support staff who are committed to providing sixth form education at its best, both in terms of results and in the development of students as responsible citizens.
All new members of staff receive a mentor during their first few months of employment and are supported through a comprehensive induction and training programme. Early Careers Teachers (ECTs) receive professional support from our in-house Head of Initial Teacher Training and Development and their personal mentor.
Wellbeing
We have an extensive wellbeing support programme for both staff and students. The Director (Mental Health and Wellbeing) is assisted by a team of Wellbeing Mentors who work closely with the College community. Staff enjoy wellbeing days at the end of each term, designed to maintain a healthy work-life balance and students are encouraged to take part in some of the 50 plus extra-curricular and enrichment activities offered for free each week.
Facilities
We offer a modern, university-style campus that provides dedicated facilities for departments and students to work in. All members of staff have an allocated workspace in departmental offices, in addition to social space in the central College staffroom. The buildings and facilities are constantly being upgraded and the IT infrastructure compliments the ambition for students to spend concerted amounts of time on campus completing independent work, with almost one-to-one provision of devices for students and laptops for teaching staff.
Continual Professional Development (CPD)
The College has substantial and successful experience of training teachers and is recognised for our outstanding teacher training programme (in partnership with Brighton University), innovative teaching and learning and exceptional results.
We are part of a sixth form college consortium, S7 (http://www.s7colleges.com/) which provides excellent continued professional development opportunities for all staff.
Staff Benefits and Incentives
• On-site parking for staff
• Free use of the on-site gym
• Free staff activities including yoga, football, spinning and bridge
• Free tea, coffee, sparkling water, biscuits, and half termly treats
• Free summer and Christmas meals
• Access to Mental Health First Aider
• Free confidential counselling service through Dorking Health Care
• Termly staff socials
• Staff wellbeing days and activities
• Large, modern staff room
• Department workrooms
• The College participates in the cycle to work scheme (Cyclescheme)
• Free eye tests for employees who use video displays for more than 3.5 hours per day (Smart Employee Eyecare)
• Free vitamin C tablets
• Free annual flu jabs
• Free College drink bottle (BPA free)
• Free thermos mug
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