Teacher of Philosophy and Religious Studies
Ewell Castle School
Surrey
- Expired
- Salary:
- salary for this position will be in accordance with the Ewell Castle Pay Scales which currently track in excess of the maintained sector’s pay grades, and will reflect the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 15 April 2020
Job overview
Ewell Castle is a thriving, independent school located in Ewell Village, one mile outside Epsom, in leafy Surrey. The school is co-educational from Nursery to Sixth Form and enjoys small classes, averaging approximately fifteen over the whole School. Ewell Castle has an excellent reputation for its pastoral care of pupils and enjoys a vibrant community spirit including regular events for staff, parents and friends of the School.
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and suitably experienced individual to undertake the role of Teacher of Philosophy and Religious Studies. You will be an inspiring and engaging teacher with a positive outlook. We will expect you to teach across the full age and ability range in the Senior School.
In Years 7-9, pupils explore a range of topics across six major world religions and take part in Philosophy for Children enquiries. At GCSE we follow the AQA specification which explores two world religions and four ethical themes, covering a wide range of social and moral issues. Those not opting for a GCSE in this subject currently follow a ‘Philosophy, Religion and Ethics’ course in Year 11 where they will have a chance to cover some of the same areas. However next year all pupils in year 10 will begin a two-year GCSE short course, in order to achieve half a GCSE, which will be in addition to the co-teachable full course GCSE, if they choose this as an option. A Level studies in the Sixth Form use the AQA syllabus focusing on Christianity, Philosophy and Ethics. This includes an in-depth study of Christian sources of wisdom, views of God, and self along with the examination of a huge range of the world’s greatest thinkers, from Plato and Aristotle to Dawkins and Darwin and much else in between.
Class sizes range from approximately 15 - 20 in size at KS3 and KS4, with smaller groups at A level. Pupils are taught in mixed abilities groups.
Please note that we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
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About Ewell Castle School
About Ewell Castle School
Ewell Castle School is a happy and successful co-educational independent school in North Surrey, easily accessible from South West London. We are a through school that offers children aged 3 to 18 the benefits of a family-friendly atmosphere whilst maintaining a stimulating and rigorous academic programme. We care about the needs of the individual child and this is facilitated by small class sizes and our personalised approach.
Ewell Castle is a private school that oozes charm and character in a green and beautiful enclave. There is widespread affection for the School’s family ethos and we are utterly loyal to our boys and girls, dedicated to inspiring their best achievement, whether in: academic success, sporting excellence or exceptional performing arts. The School’s reputation for an ambitious and personalised approach to each pupil is well founded, creating a rounded and grounded experience for all.
Ewell Castle School’s ideology is to focus our energy on the learning and welfare of our children. What happens in the classroom is the beating heart of the School, stretching and challenging our pupils to achieve more than they thought possible, and to support them when they are struggling. We firmly believe that “I don’t know” is a starting point to stimulate young people’s thinking and is never the end of the discussion - developing a growth mindset means that effort and struggle will always eventually be rewarded. Moreover, carefully nurtured social and emotional intelligence enhances communication skills and empathy, increasingly valuable qualities that will never go out of fashion in life beyond formal education.
We hope that soon you will be able to come and visit us, until then please click the link below for a taster of what it is like to be part of the Ewell Castle family.
Welcome to Ewell Castle School
Our Vision (Aim) is to: INSPIRE - ENGAGE - EXCEL
Our Mission
We will inspire our pupils to thrive, engaging them to excel in a creative and academic environment. We will instil a growth mind-set to develop: confidence, contentment and emotional intelligence.
We live by our Shared Values:
- Personal Integrity
- Mutual Respect
- Social Responsibility
- Lifelong Resilience
Our Ethos or Character
We are a vibrant learning community, inspiring every child to thrive:
- Discovering strengths
- Deepening intellectual curiosity
- Cultivating wellbeing
For further information please see: http://www.ewellcastle.co.uk
Working with us
All Ewell Castle colleagues have access to our range of employee benefits:
- 50% remission of school fees. (The remission is reduced pro rata for a part-time member of staff.)
- Free wrap around care
- Discounted Gym membership
- Laptop
- Active staff social programme
- Coaching & Mentoring scheme
- Lunches are provided during term time, free of charge.
- The School currently subscribes to the Teacher’s Pension Scheme.
- Generous Support Staff employer pension contributions of up to 10% (rules apply)
- Interest free loans are available for the purchase of personal computers through the school.
- Ride to work
- CPD opportunities are available to all staff. The School also part funds MQSL, NPQSL, NPQH and MA courses.
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