Teacher of History/Politics
George Abbot School
Surrey
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2024
- Apply by:
- 15 April 2024
Job overview
A knowledgeable, dynamic and academically astute Teacher of History and Politics is required to join our excellent Humanities team in September 2024 on a full-time and permanent basis. We would welcome applications from newly qualified teachers. All applicants must demonstrate a passion for their subject and possess the ability and skills to inspire a love of learning. The ability to teach A Level would be advantageous, and a willingness to contribute to the extra-curricular programme is essential.
The thriving History and Politics team includes seven members of staff. They run very successful and popular examination courses at GCSE and A Level, along with a varied extra-curricular programme, including overseas visits. Student results in History and Politics are very strong, and numbers choosing the subject at KS4 and KS5 are high. Typically, 57% of KS4 students study History at GCSE level, and there are two A Level groups in both Year 12 and Year 13. We run one A Level Politics class annually.
Ofsted (December 2019) said, “Pupils happily attend George Abbot School. They respect their teachers and behave well in lessons. Pupils take their studying seriously and try to get the most out of their experiences at school. Teachers expect a lot from pupils”.
George Abbot School is an 11–18 mixed comprehensive with 2,000 students situated on the north side of Guildford. We are located within easy reach of the town, the A3 and London Road railway station. We have an established reputation for high academic standards and exemplary pastoral care. We are an innovative and inclusive school, with an extensive, flourishing Sixth Form provision. We are a very popular school of choice for our community.
Further details and an application form can be downloaded from www.georgeabbot.surrey.sch.uk
Closing date: 9am on Monday 15 April 2024
The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we close a vacancy due to a high volume of applications being received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. We reserve the right to appoint ahead of the closing date for an exceptional candidate.
George Abbot School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful applicant will be subjected to an enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of Learning Partners Academy Trust. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workforce and particularly welcome suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to join our trust.
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About George Abbot School
George Abbot School is a forward thinking academy providing an inclusive education, for around 2,000 young people, aged 11-18. We are located in Burpham, Guildford with good transport links to the surrounding area.
We have a highly skilled and motivated staff team and, as a school, are constantly seeking to refine our teaching practice. This means that our students benefit from an exceptional learning experience. We are part of a network of successful schools and are able to provide Initial Teacher Training and deliver the Early Career Framework programme to early career teachers across Surrey. We prioritise the provision of highest quality continuing professional development for all teaching and support staff.
We are proud of our excellent resources and have great facilities for sport, visual and performing arts, ICT, as well as a range of well equipped science labs and general classrooms. We remain ambitious and continually seek ways to improve the school environment.
We are a member of the Learning Partners Academy Trust and work closely with a number of partner schools, not only within the trust but nationally.
Ofsted (December 2019) said: “Pupils happily attend George Abbot School. They respect their teachers and behave well in lessons. Pupils take their studying seriously and try to get the most out of their experiences at school. Teachers expect a lot from pupils.”
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