Head of RE, Citizenship & PSHE
Esher Church of England High School
Surrey
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- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS (Fringe) + TLR 1A £8,291
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2022
- Apply by:
- 21 February 2022
Job overview
This is a great opportunity to lead RE in a Values Driven Church of England School with a supportive Christian ethos.
We are looking for an inspirational RE or Citizenship teacher, with the ability to teach at least one of these subjects to GCSE level, to lead this key subject at the heart of our school. You will be adept at building excellent relationships with students and have the skills to lead this key subject area and continue to develop our curriculum. This is an exciting time to be leading this department building on a strong foundation of good outcomes for students in GCSE courses.
This might be your first Middle Leadership role, or you might be an existing leader looking for your next leadership challenge. Either way, at Esher Church of England High School you will work in a supportive and collaborative environment which will enable you to flourish and to put your mark on a thriving and popular subject.
About us
Here at Esher High School we are an oversubscribed high-performing School. We aim to equip our students with the skills to grow into confident, ambitious and responsible citizens ready to face the challenges of the adult world. Our staff are passionate about seeing young people succeed in their subject. Our students’ results at KS4 have been consistently improving with the progress of our students being consistently above national average.
In return
A comprehensive induction programme is provided for all new staff. We are committed to continual professional development, including access to peer coaching and bespoke personalised training.
Further benefits include a two-week autumn half term break, a wide range of bespoke professional development opportunities, free gym use and ample on-site parking.
If you share our vision based on the unshakeable belief that children learn through all aspects of their daily lives and that their values and knowledge, experiences and habits are as important as their academic qualifications, we would be delighted to hear from you.
For further details on how to apply please refer to the attached Recruitment Pack.
Closing date: 8.00am on Monday 21 February 2022
Interview date: w/c 28 February 2022
We welcome early applications and will consider holding interviews before the closing date for strong candidates.
Shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. It is an offence to apply for a role if applicants are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Please click here for further information regarding our Child Protection & Safeguarding policy. There will be a requirement to undertake an enhanced disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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About Esher Church of England High School
Our mission at Esher C of E High School is that every student will grow in character, spirit, knowledge and skills, mindful of their part in God’s creation. We strive for excellence in all that we do, in academic performance as well as personal development, in order that students and staff will fulfill their potential and be ready for future opportunities.
We will provide an environment that enables everyone to work together in an atmosphere of mutual respect, openness and trust.
Our Aim and Values
At Esher Church of England High School, our aim is to ensure that each student leaves with excellent qualifications, rich experiences and a growth mindset that will equip them to take their place as responsible and successful citizens in the wider world. Promoting excellence in all aspects of school life and fostering spiritual, cultural and moral awareness within a Christian ethos, we aim to encourage all of our students to develop as independent and co-operative learners. Through developing students’ personal and social skills, we hope to prepare them as self-confident and highly motivated people who go on to succeed in whatever field they choose.
Our values are rooted in those of the Church of England’s for all church schools, but interpreted for our own unique setting and students.
These are:
- Educating for wisdom, knowledge and skills
- Educating for hope and aspiration
- Educating for community and living well together
- Educating for dignity and respect
As a Church of England School, our relationship with the Diocese of Guildford is essential. Not only does it help support our moral purpose, but it’s family of schools gives us a significant network from which we can grow leaders, encourage new members to the profession, and build on the strengths of individuals and teams within our community.
Enlighten Learning Trust (ELT) was formed as a Multi Academy Trust following the conversion of Esher Church of England High School to an academy in 2014. As a Trust, ELT aims to develop a vibrant partnership of non-selective primary and secondary schools, all united in one goal to provide the best possible learning experience and environment not only for our current children but also for the next generation of pupils.
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