Teacher of Religious Studies and Lead of PSHE

Bobby Moore Academy is now recruiting for a Teacher of Religious Studies and Lead PSHE.  

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

The Humanities Department is a thriving department in the school with diverse team of teachers who pride themselves on being excellent practitioners and team players. Direct instruction, modelling and guidance fading underpin how the Humanities team teach. This is something we are proud of and believe it has lead to securing 0.8 Progress 8 score in 2022. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, committed to continuous professional development and passionate about their subject.  

About our Academy

Bobby Moore Academy is an all through school, providing a world-class education for the children of east London. A school characterised by ambition and drive it is transformational in its impact on their life chances and we all as a community stand firm in our belief that;

We are the drivers of social mobility.

We address social injustice head on.

We are architects of aspiration.

We are unrelenting in our focus on academic achievement.

Our expectations are uncompromising.

We craft good character.

We are custodians of the ‘master key’

We are situated across two iconic sites on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, and our Secondary phase is now heavily oversubscribed. We are building partnerships with the new East Bank development, including the BBC, UCL, V&A East which is bringing incredible opportunities to the young people of East London.

Since the school was founded in 2017, we have set ambitious academic standards backed up by exciting enrichment opportunities, whilst nurturing and caring for the wellbeing of every child. At capacity, our two sites will accommodate over 1500 pupils, including a Sixth Form. 

Built on the legacy of the 2012 London Olympic and Paralympic Games we enjoy world beating facilities including a competition standard 400m running track, full size football pitch and field events space, Astro-turf pitch, and state of the art classrooms and school buildings. Taking leadership inspiration from our namesake and the 1966 World Cup winning team we are inspired to generate transformational change for the young people in our care.

Salary & Benefits

• M1-UPS3 Inner London £36,745.00 - 56,959.00 Per Annum + TLR 2,2 £5,014
• Teacher's Pension Scheme 
• World class facilities
• Competitive salary
• Access to Teachers’/Local Government Pension Scheme
• Comprehensive training, coaching and mentoring available.
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Free staff gym on site
• Access to the London Marathon Community Track
• Opportunities to attend Park events
• Benefits Platform
• discounts on car leasing
• holiday discounts
• cinema tickets
• restaurant booking discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status
• A good honours degree in a relevant subject and evidence of ongoing professional development
• Excellent classroom practitioner with demonstrable experience of raising standards.
• Experience of successful delivery of the curriculum, experience of working in high performing contexts, and helping students to overcome significant barriers to learning.
• Excellent subject knowledge and commitment to evidence-informed pedagogy with relentlessly high expectations of staff and students
• Ability to motivate, inspire and develop students.
• Aligned with the academy's commitment to transformational education, be values driven with strong moral purpose.

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. 

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please CLICK 'HERE'

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.