Teacher of Philosophy and Religious Studies

Surbiton High School seeks an enthusiastic and outstanding Teacher of Philosophy and Religious Studies, who is passionate about inspiring, encouraging and empowering our students to achieve their very best.

Reporting Line: Head of Philosophy and Religious Studies 

Tenure: Permanent, Full time/Part time (at least 0.6) 

Key Responsibilities: 

• To possess and maintain a deep and secure knowledge of your subject and the best practice pedagogy associated with its delivery.
• To create a challenging and stimulating classroom climate that will motivate pupils to learn, think independently, take risks, empathise with others, and perform to the best of their abilities.
• To support every pupil in their learning, making them feel included, secure and valued. 
• To be consistent, fair and create an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect.
• To be aware of the learning needs of the pupils you teach and ensure that each pupil is given every opportunity to fulfil their potential.
• To monitor progress against prior attainment and employ effective intervention strategies when required.
• To follow the guidance and schemes of work provided by the Head of Department.
• To plan and deliver inspiring lessons.
• To undertake high quality preparation, marking and report writing, in line with School policy, so that pupils achieve the highest possible standards.
• To conduct yourself in an appropriate professional manner at all times, supporting and fostering the aims and safeguarding policies of the School.
• To be prepared to take on the role of Form Tutor, which will encompass academic, pastoral and administrative responsibilities. Tutors have oversight of their tutees’ general well-being and academic progress, and they are the first point of contact for parents.
• To contribute to the organisation and running of co-curricular and enrichment activities.
• To uphold the School’s code of conduct and the values of Surbiton High School.
• •To maintain good order and discipline amongst pupils and be active in implementing the School’s policies for rewards and sanctions.
• To attend formal parents’ evenings and maintain effective communication with parents, as appropriate.
• To attend staff and departmental meetings, as required.
• To undertake supervisory duties, as required.
• To mark entrance papers and occasional vacancy entrance exams, as required.
• The ability to teach another subject from History (at KS3) or Sociology A-level or Politics A-level would be desirable. Please indicate on the application if you have experience in any of the above.

The successful candidate will be likely to fit the following profile: 

• Good Honours degree
• A postgraduate teaching qualification including QTS, would be an advantage
• Evidence of further relevant professional development
• ECT’s welcomed Skills
• Ability to deliver inspiring lessons at KS3, GCSE and A-level (the ability to teach History or Sociology would be desirable)
• The ability to inspire, motivate and support pupils and colleagues in a successful and dynamic school
• Excellent organisational, administrative and ICT skills Experience
• A proven track record of delivering on academic performance
• Evidence of successful, inspiring and innovative teaching at all levels
• Experience of collaborating with colleagues Knowledge
• Up-to-date knowledge of successful and innovative teaching and the latest curriculum developments and initiatives Personal Qualities 
• High levels of personal and professional integrity and an ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality
• Personal warmth to gain the confidence of pupils, staff and parents
•  High standards of personal presence and presentation and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate concisely and sensitively, both orally and in writing, to a variety of audiences
• A healthy sense of humour Attitudes 
• A team player with leadership qualities 
• Positive, enthusiastic and energetic approach to life 
• Committed to Surbiton High School’s ethos and strategic vision
• High expectations for pupil attainment, personal development and conduct Ambitious and aspirational for oneself and for the school Committed to professional development and show a willingness to undertake appropriate training for this role

To Apply

Please apply online by clicking on the following:

https://unitedlearning.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/2521442?cid=1567 

Application Deadline: 8.00am , Friday 4 February 2022

Interviews to be held week commencing: 7 February 2022

Surbiton High School is culturally diverse and are fully committed to celebrating, respecting and learning about inclusion and diversity throughout the community.

Surbiton High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. 

Please note that the School reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.

Surbiton High School is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life changing education to children and young people across England

Our schools work as a team and achieve more by sharing than any single school could. Our subject specialists, our Group-wide intranet, our own curriculum and our online learning portal all help us share knowledge and resource, helping to simplify work processes and manage workloads for an improved work-life balance.

As a Group, we can reward our staff better: with good career opportunities, better pay, benefits, and ultimately, the satisfaction of helping children to succeed. We invest in our staff wellbeing. Our academies each have at least eight INSET days per year (with three of those solely dedicated to planning), and an ongoing group-wide wellbeing programme. It's an ethos we call ‘the best in everyone’.

We are working hard to become a more diverse organisation – which is key to our commitment to bringing out the best in everyone. We welcome applications from everyone committed to this ethos and would particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates, who are currently under-represented in the Group as a whole. We always appoint on merit. We are open to discussing flexible working options.