Teacher of Economics

Teacher of Economics

Inner London Pay Scale, MPS/UPS

with a TLR for Head of Economics for the right candidate

Required for September 2022

Bishop Thomas Grant is an OFSTED Outstanding, 11-18 mixed voluntary-aided, comprehensive high school for Roman Catholic students from 11-18 under the Trusteeship of the Catholic Archdiocese of Southwark. Bishop Thomas Grant School consistently achieves outstanding academic results way above local and national averages in every subject area.  Our curriculum equips students with skills for the modern, global world and develops them as independent and critical learners and confident communicators. At the heart of the school is its distinctive Catholic ethos, which in turn is supported by the excellent relationships which exist between staff and students. Our shared vision for the school supported by the staff, students, parents and governors has created a very strong, caring and cohesive community, with Gospel values permeating all aspects of life. The school is committed to the continuous improvement of resources and to the development of staff skills through high quality CPD sessions, the wellbeing of staff is also paramount and opportunities and measures are put in place to ensure this.

Why apply for this position?

• Our school has an outstanding ethos and environment for learning
• Our Sixth Form is heavily oversubscribed and Economics is a very popular subject. Students come to their lessons with high expectations and a desire for active and complex learning.  The Economics Department achieve excellent results at Key Stages 5, significantly above national averages
• Many students go on to study Economics at University
• The Economics department has a dedicated teaching room with interactive whiteboard and is well resourced
• Our school provides outstanding pastoral support. This helps all students to remain engaged and motivated to learn. Their exceptionally positive attitude to learning is a major contribution to their achievement
• Students behave extremely well in and out of the classroom. They feel safe and show high levels of respect for each other, their staff and the school environment
• We are committed to developing the talents and potential of all our staff and place great emphasis on their wellbeing

Bishop Thomas Grant School operates rigorous safeguarding procedures. There is a possibility for a position of responsibility for the right candidate. Applications from experienced teachers and NQTs/ETCs are very welcome. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.  Applicants do not have to be Catholic but should be committed to working within the Catholic ethos of the school. For further information regarding the post, please contact the PA to the Headteacher, Mrs Jacqueline Sylvia: jsylvia@btg-secondary.lambeth.sch.uk .  

Closing date for applications is 8.00am on 6 June 2022. Please send completed applications to Mrs Jacqueline Sylvia: jsylvia@btg-secondary.lambeth.sch.uk . We reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.