Teacher of Philosophy, Religion & Ethics (Maternity Cover)
The Knights Templar School
Baldock
- £28,000 - £43,685 per year
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS, plus national recommended pay uplift
- Job type:
- Full Time, Part Time, Maternity Cover
- Start date:
- ideally mid October 2023 but Jan 2023 acceptable
- Apply by:
- 2 October 2023
Job overview
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspiring teacher of Philosophy, Religion and Ethics to work full/part time within a thriving and successful department; this is a temporary position to cover a maternity leave. The ability to teach PSHE would be desirable but not essential. The successful applicant will have a passion for their subject, as well a commitment to continuing professional development. The post offers the opportunity to teach all ability ranges across KS3 and the successful candidate will be joining a friendly, committed department. We are a hugely collaborative department with a strong emphasis on quality first teaching as well as continuing professional development which will be an ideal environment for an early career or more experienced teacher alike.
We are looking for a teacher who:
• Believes in young people.
• Is dynamic, innovative and inspirational in the classroom.
• Is keen to work alongside an established, highly motivated team.
• Is passionate about their subject.
• Ensures all students succeed and are able to achieve their maximum potential.
• Has the ability to teach outstanding lessons across the age range.
• Is committed to raising standards of attainment.
• Sets high expectations of themselves and their students.
In return we will offer you:
• An excellent range of CPD opportunities for staff.
• A professional, hardworking and supportive team of staff with the capability and desire to raise student achievement even further
• Stability among teaching and support staff which brings both experience and commitment to our school community
• Supportive trustee body and a senior leadership team that encourages a large degree of autonomy for middle leaders
• Enthusiastic students who are willing to learn and are proud of their learning environment
• A community school in the historic market town of Baldock, 33 miles north of London, within 30-40 minutes of both Cambridge and London by road or train.
• Extra-curricular sporting/musical facilities for staff
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted Sports Centre Membership
• Cycle to work scheme
In April 2023, Ofsted graded the school as ‘good’ and commented that ‘Staff have high expectations of students’ behaviour and manage behaviour well. As a result, the school is a calm and orderly environment. Students say that the school values of ‘courage and courtesy’ are a part of their everyday school life.’
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Closing Date: 02 October2023, 09:00.
Interviews: Early interviews may be offered
Attached documents
About The Knights Templar School
“The Academy motto “Courage and Courtesy” is evident in the excellent relationships between all students and with adults.” (Ofsted)
The Knights Templar School is a very successful school, sitting at the heart of the community in Baldock, Hertfordshire. Students’ results are good and improving and behaviour is excellent. The school is highly regarded locally, being regularly oversubscribed. We receive in the region of 600 applications for 210 Year 7 places each year.
In line with our school motto, we recognise the importance of developing and providing all our students with the courage, confidence and communication skills they require to flourish and succeed, but also to promote traditional values of courtesy, respect and good discipline.
Students of all abilities achieve well and make good progress. Young people have an excellent attitude to learning. They enjoy school and want to succeed. Examination results at GCSE and A level are consistently good. Attainment and Achievement are strong. In 2022, 70% of students achieved English and Maths at grade 4 or above and 52% achieved English and Maths at grade 5 or above. 2022 results will continue our pattern of whole school positive progress 8. The School has a large and strong Sixth form, most progress on to University degree courses, including places at Oxford or Cambridge.
Knights Templar offers a very broad range of opportunity beyond the classroom and part of its attraction and indeed success, is due to the extensive enrichment programme, including a Duke of Edinburgh programme that is recognised as one of the strongest in the South East of England. Student leadership opportunities ensure that the students take responsibility for their own learning environment and for maintaining high standards.
We provide a disciplined, caring, fair and moral environment in which individuality is encouraged and equality of opportunity promoted, in order to allow students to develop personally and socially. There is a mutual respect and good relationships between students and also between staff and students, with the students being given responsibility and feeling valued, whilst knowing that support and advice will always be available when needed. We have, and are recognised for, an excellent Pastoral system which supports and encourages the students’ development.
Our primary focus is to improve standards by constantly improving the quality of Teaching and Learning. We are fully committed to preparing our young people to be thoughtful, capable, responsible citizens of the future. This is a great school, staffed with passionate, inspirational teachers, and is a special place for children to learn and grow.
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