Head of Philosophy, Religion and Ethics
Nower Hill High School
Harrow
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- TLR 2b (£5,360 per annum) - Outer London pay scale
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2024
- Apply by:
- 3 June 2024
Job overview
Nower Hill High School is a fantastic place to work and develop as a teacher. At our recent Ofsted inspection, the school maintained its rating of 'Outstanding' in every category. We’d love you to come and join us!
We are seeking to appoint an inspiring Head of Philosophy, Religion and Ethics (PRE), who will be both an excellent classroom teacher and have the ability to lead an experienced team successfully to ensure that all students make excellent progress.
The successful candidate will be a passionate advocate for PRE, who is able to communicate their enthusiasm effectively to students, parents and colleagues and who constantly seeks to raise the profile of the department within the school.
We offer:
- an outstanding PRE Department of 4 specialist teachers
- a strong and successful Humanities Faculty
- students who are a pleasure to teach
- a strong culture of professional development
- a heavily oversubscribed school with high standards and high expectations.
- a dedicated member of the Senior Leadership Team responsible for staff wellbeing.
This is a great opportunity for someone who aspires to be a successful middle leader.
Closing date: 9am Monday 3rd June 2024
Interview date: tbc
Please apply as soon as possible as shortlisting / interviews will be ongoing up until the closing date. Should a suitable candidate be appointed, we reserve the right to close the advert early.
Nower Hill High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon an enhanced criminal record check with the Disclosure and Barring Service; a prohibition from teaching check (teachers only); satisfactory references; the right to work in the UK; and a satisfactory health check. As a diverse and inclusive school we are committed to equality of opportunity for all of our staff and welcome applications that represent our very diverse school community. Applications from all individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, ethnicity, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Please click to view the Nower Hill High School Equality-Information-and-Objectives-2022-23
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About Nower Hill High School
Nower Hill High School is a fantastic place to work and develop as a teacher. We’d love you to come and join us!
We offer:
- A dynamic place to work
- Comprehensive Professional Development and training opportunities
- Staff well-being service ( ESP’s Employee Assistance Programme )
- A comfortable and well-resourced working environment
- A highly skilled, professional and inspirational staff
- A diverse, ambitious and inspirational student body
- An aspirational community of local families
- Excellent facilities
- Excellent in-school career advancement opportunities
- Free fitness suite membership
- On site qualified nurse and counsellor. Free annual flu vaccinations
- Excellent student support systems
- A programme of staff social events
- A very supportive Leadership Team
- Competitive London pay scales
- Excellent holidays
- Generous pension scheme
- The option of a school place for children of staff
- A very supportive Governing Body
- A thriving extra-curricular activities and trips programme
- On site catering facilities and outlets
- Excellent public transport links into Central London
- Local shops within walking distance
- An Ofsted rating of ‘Outstanding’ in all 5 categories
Hear what some of our recently appointed staff have to say about working here:
Halima, Science Teacher
“I was welcomed at NHHS as a trainee teacher and was amazed at the level of support I received on my journey to becoming a qualified teacher.. The staff are very supportive and always willing to help and the regular CPD opportunities that the school provides have ensured my ongoing development as a teacher.The students are very hard-working, enthusiastic and keen to learn which creates a very positive learning environment and makes them a pleasure to teach.”
Dmitry, Humanities Teacher
“The environment created by the friendly, polite and courteous student population as well as the warm welcomes I received by staff upon my initial arrival made it such an easy place to feel as an important part of a community based on academic excellence.”
Aisling, Art Teacher
“Joining Nower Hill School as an NQT I was made very welcome by my department. The teachers are very enthusiastic and always work as a team, offering me support and guidance. What I noticed most about Nower Hill pupils was how proud they were of the school. I saw how much they genuinely enjoyed their lessons, they are wonderful pupils to teach.”
Sajid, Teacher of Philosophy, Religion and Ethics
“The school has an excellent induction programme for new teachers and you will find a very supportive environment with welcoming friendly staff, willing to care for your development. CPD at Nower Hill is personalised to allow teachers to develop their own teaching interests which will benefit both you and your department and faculty. Our students are joyful to teach. I have found that they are polite, well-mannered and in lessons enthusiastic, focussed and motivated towards success.”
Nower Hill is a happy, hardworking school. I do hope that you want to come and join us
I look forward to hearing from you.
LOUISE VODEN
Headteacher
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