Global Politics Teacher
The Worthgate School
Kent
- Expired
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 3 May 2021
Job overview
CATS College Canterbury
0.7 Part-Time Teacher of Global Politics and International Relations for September 2021
We are looking for a talented and highly motivated Politics Teacher to inspire, support, and challenge our culturally diverse students. An exciting opportunity has arisen for the right candidate to teach Global Politics for our IB cohort and continue to develop the subject of International Relations for our University Foundation Programme. We are looking for a Teacher who can harness the international contexts of our classrooms and offer an inclusive environment for students to engage in dialogue and develop their academic skills. The ability to teach an additional subject (History or Sociology) and lead on or contribute to our thriving Model United Nations calendar would be an advantage.
For September 2021, we are looking for a person who has:
- Subject specialism in Politics, with a degree in a related discipline;
- Interest in and knowledge of modern history and international current affairs;
- A proven record of excellent and reflective classroom practice;
- Responsive teaching strategies that incorporate high-quality feedback and a focus on literacy;
- Enthusiasm for continued professional learning.
We are happy to consider newly qualified or experienced Teachers.
Closing date for applications and interview:
Closing date: Midday Monday 3rd May 2021
Interview: Online interviews are anticipated to be scheduled from 10 May 2021.
Early applications are encouraged and will be processed as they are received. We reserve the right to interview and appoint in advance of the dates listed above.
About CATS Canterbury:
We are an independent boarding college for students aged 14+, offering GCSE, A-Level, IB, and Foundation programmes. We offer our students a ‘home-from-home' experience, with an emphasis on a visibly caring culture across classrooms, boarding houses, and extracurricular activities. We set high expectations for ourselves and each other and integrate language learning everywhere to equip our students for their continued education. CATS Canterbury is part of CATS Colleges, a forward-facing organisation with a strong educational vision and mission. If you are interested in becoming part of our team, we would love to hear from you.
CATS Canterbury is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service.
About The Worthgate School
The Worthgate School offers an outstanding international pre-university educational experience to students aged 14+ from all over the world. Students live and study onsite in the heart of the city of Canterbury, studying for GCSEs, A levels, IB and University Foundation Programmes, and preparing for admission to universities across the country and elsewhere. We pride ourselves on our approach to teaching and learning, with small class sizes and an informal atmosphere ensuring that students are treated as individuals and build great relationships with staff.
We are accredited by the Independent Schools Inspectorate, an organisation which assesses independent schools in the UK. The college achieved the highest rating in its ISI inspection (March 2019) and was rated ‘fully compliant’ in all areas covering boarding, welfare, achievement and results, curriculum, extra activities, pastoral care, leadership and teaching.
We take student welfare very seriously, providing comfortable, safe and secure en-suite boarding accommodation. Our friendly house staff provide a home from home, looking after our students whilst encouraging them to become confident and independent. The wide range of nationalities and cultures represented at our College reflects our aim of developing our students into ‘Global Citizens’ who treat one another with respect and tolerance.
The Worthgate School is part of the CATS Global Schools Group. CATS Global Schools is a leading provider of pre-university academic courses and English language courses in the UK. We provide programmes including A Level, IB and University Foundation, as well as English Language Study, to a growing number of international students seeking to win places at UK universities. We operate a number of different educational brands: CATS College Cambridge, The Worthgate School in Canterbury and Guildhouse in London; CATS Academy in Boston; Cambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts (CSVPA) and Stafford House English language schools and study holidays. We benefit from being part of a global team focused on teaching and learning.
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