Teacher of History
Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School
London
- Expired
- Salary:
- Inner London Pay Scale
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 01/09/2019
- Apply by:
- 20 March 2019
Job overview
TEACHER OF HISTORY Inner London Pay Scales
(The ability to teach Geography and/or RE desirable)
Suitable for a NQT
11-18 Mixed Catholic Voluntary-Aided School
REQUIRED FOR SEPTEMBER 2019
WHY APPLY FOR THIS POSITION?
The History Department at Bishop Thomas Grant School prides itself on instilling in students a passion and love for History. We want students feel inspired and energised by their History lessons, which promote an enjoyment in the study of the past. We encourage teaching staff to be creative and innovative in their teaching practice. We are an experienced team of teachers and so the opportunities for internal CPD are significant.
The success of the Department’s ethos is evident in our outstanding A Level results: 50% of students achieved A and A* grades in 2018, with 77% achieving A*-B and 92% A*-C. 79% achieved 4+ in History at GCSE, with 62% of students achieving 5+ and 28% 7+. History is one of the most popular A-Level and GCSE options with two classes in both Y12 and 13 and about half the year group choosing History at GCSE.
Attainment at the school is significantly above national averages for virtually all subjects and all groups of students. OFSTED REPORT OCTOBER 2014 Bishop Thomas Grant School is an 11-18 Catholic co-educational comprehensive school and was rated outstanding in all areas in October 2014.
At Key Stage 3, we focus on enjoying the study of the past. Students are encouraged to develop a love and passion for the study of History. We follow the AQA History GCSE at Key Stage 4 and at A Level. Our A-Level teachers are highly experienced, possessing excellent subject knowledge.
Above all, the History Department at Bishop Thomas Grant School is highly collaborative and supportive, ensuring that its teachers adopt a corporate approach without sacrificing our creativity and independence.
Bishop Thomas Grant School operates rigorous safeguarding procedures. Applications from experienced teachers and NQTs are very welcome. Applicants do not have to be Catholic but should be committed to working within the Catholic ethos of the school.
If you have any questions regarding the post, please contact Mrs S Branson at the school: sbranson@btg-secondary.lambeth.sch.uk Completed application forms must be returned to Mrs S Branson the School Business Manager.
CLOSING DATE: – Wednesday 20th March 2019
Attached documents
About Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School
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- Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School
- Belltrees Grove
- London
- SW16 2HY
- United Kingdom
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 a position at Bishop Thomas Grant?
- Our school has an outstanding ethos and environment for learning
- The School achieves outstanding results at Key Stages 4 and 5, significantly above national averages
- We are committed to developing the talents and potential of all our staff and place great emphasis on their wellbeing, personal development and CPD
- Bishop Thomas Grant is a hugely oversubscribed school (in excess of 1000 Applications for 180 Year 7 places)
- 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
- Parents have very positive views about how well the school cares for their children and enables them to achieve very highly
- Our Sixth Form is outstanding
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