Teacher of Psychology (and Health & Social Care)
South Dartmoor Community College
Devon
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS
- Job type:
- Part Time, Maternity Cover
- Start date:
- January 2019
- Apply by:
- 22 November 2018
Job overview
South Dartmoor Community College is seeking to appoint from January 2019, a well-qualified practitioner to teach Psychology and Health & Social Care to an advanced level in an innovative and popular department. We are seeking an outstanding teacher of Psychology to cover a 0.5 FTE maternity leave in our very successful 11-18 school. We expect the successful candidate to provide our students with first-class subject knowledge of Psychology, and Health & Social Care at KS5, so that they leave the school equipped with skills allowing them to reach their full potential at university and in the current job market. Highly qualified NQT’s are welcome to apply and we are happy to support the NQT year throughout this time period. The Department and College are focusing on ‘building the learning power’ of students to ensure that learners are engaged, curious and challenged.
South Dartmoor Community College has recently embarked upon an exciting journey to revolutionise both teaching and learning. If you are excited by innovation and creativity then we would like to hear from you.
The College is set on an attractive campus within the boundary of the stunning Dartmoor National Park and is within easy commuter distance of Plymouth, Exeter and the South Devon coast.
As a member of the South Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust, the College works with Ashburton, Buckfastleigh, Ilsington, Moretonhampstead and Widecombe Primary Schools as well as the Atrium Studio School. Our valued Trust partners are Exeter University, Capita Children’s Services, E & J W Glendinning Ltd and TLO.
Closing date: Thursday 22nd November 2018 (noon)
Interviews: Tuesday 27th November 2018.
Please visit the ‘about us’ section on our website, to view and apply. For enquiries, please e-mail HR on hr@southdartmoor.devon.sch.uk. Completed application form to be e-mailed to same address.
South Dartmoor is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will require an enhanced DBS check.
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About South Dartmoor Community College
- South Dartmoor Community College
- Balland Lane, Ashburton, Newton Abbot
- Devon
- TQ13 7EW
- United Kingdom
The College is on a rapid improvement journey and has a strong staff team in place to ensure every child is enabled to fulfil their potential. We have excellent pastoral support and our students report that they feel very happy and safe at the school. We are proud of our students. The relationships between staff and students are strong. Community engagement is also an important feature; we have an active Parent/Teacher Association (FOSDA—Friends of South Dartmoor Academy).
We are a passionate and dedicated team, and a Trust who is committed to providing professional development and opportunities for all colleagues. Part of the WeST Trust, we are an 11-18 College situated in Ashburton on the edge of Dartmoor. With impressive facilities, the college currently caters for approximately 900 students. Devon is a lovely place to live with the stunning Dartmoor and the beautiful Devon and Cornwall Coastline on your doorstep.
Executive Head teacher
Jen Veal
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