Teacher of History and RE

Teacher of History and RE

(Maternity Cover from January 2018)

Cheney School is a popular, high-performing school located in the heart of Oxford serving a diverse community of students who are eager to learn. The success of the school as an Academy has led to Cheney School expanding into a Multi Academy Trust.

We are seeking to appoint a skilled, ambitious and innovative teacher to join a successful and progressive History Department and to work with the RE Department, both of which are within the Humanities Faculty. We are a strong team which values working with young people and promoting students’ lasting enthusiasm for History. We would welcome a team player who is keen to work and plan collaboratively and contribute to a strong culture of sharing best practice, resources and ideas. The department has strong links to the East Oxford Classics Centre, which is based in one of the History Department classrooms. This exciting post offers teaching predominantly in KS3/4 in History and with some KS3/4 RE. 

We will need you to:

• Be passionate about helping students make excellent progress and reach their potential in History and RE;
• Have a proven track record as an outstanding and creative practitioner;
• Have the desire and enthusiasm to play an active and collaborative role in contributing to a strong culture of sharing best practice, resources and ideas;
• Demonstrate the talent, interpersonal and leadership skills required to inspire and motivate students.

If you would like to discuss the post further, please contact the current Head of Faculty, Judy Gleen on: JGL@cheney.oxon.sch.uk

Salary: Teacher Main Scale OR Upper Scale – TMS/UPS

How to Apply:

Please download an application pack from below.

In addition to your application form, please email a letter of application, detailing reasons for your interest in this post and your relevant skills and experience to hr@cheney.oxon.sch.uk 

Closing date: 8am, Tuesday 17 October 2017

Interview date: Thursday 19 October 2017

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