Religious Studies / Sociology Teacher Maternity Cover

Part time, 4 days per week Tuesday – Friday (would consider full time)

This is a great opportunity to join the Humanities Department at Tomlinscote School.

We are looking for an outstanding teacher who is enthusiastic and passionate about supporting students to achieve their full potential.

The religious studies department believes that high quality religious education plays a crucial role in preparing our young people for their future roles and participation in modern diverse Britain. The key stage 3 curriculum, delivered in year 7 and 8, covers ways of living, beliefs and teachings, and philosophical, social, and ethical issues from a variety of religious perspectives. Students will study Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Buddhism, and Sikhism in year 7 and 8. The key stage 4 curriculum, delivered in years 9, 10, and 11, follows the AQA religious studies A specification. The use of iPads are embedded into both key stage 3 and 4 and is a valued learning tool by students and teachers in the department.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to deliver inspiring lessons, be part of creating an exceptional place of learning and help build on the excellent current standards of the department in this ‘outstanding’ school. We expect all staff to undertake a pastoral role as a form tutor. There are also opportunities to get involved in the wider life of the school through trips and extra-curricular activities. We will develop every staff member that joins our team, providing one-to-one support, coaching and mentoring and access to extensive professional development. You must hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree to be considered for this post.

The School

Tomlinscote is a highly successful, over-subscribed mixed comprehensive school of approximately 1500 students. The school has been recognised as an Apple Distinguished School and everyone enjoys working here because our standards, facilities and staff well-being are excellent.

Our students are a pleasure to teach and make excellent progress as shown by our positive examination data. All Tomlinscote students and staff have their own iPad to enhance learning inside and outside of the classroom

Tomlinscote is part of The Prospect Trust, a leading Multi-Academy Trust in the South of England, with an aim of providing outstanding education for all learners within a family of local academies. There are currently three academies within the Trust: The Sixth Form College Farnborough, Tomlinscote School and Frimley Church of England Junior School.

The Process

For full details and information on how to apply are available on our website at www.tomlinscoteschool.com , 'About Us', 'Vacancies'.

Please return the completed application and equality monitoring forms to recruitment@prospecttrust.org.uk

Closing date: Monday 01 November 2021.

Early applications are encouraged, as the Trust may at its discretion elect to both interview and select candidates before the advertised closing date.

The Prospect Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people within our care and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment, Any future offer of employment remains subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS clearance, a health check and references.