Teacher of Social Sciences - Part-Time Job Share

Tolworth Girls' School & Sixth Form is a World Class School with high expectations, encouraging our students to be aspirational with their learning and to enjoy all aspects of school life. We are looking to appoint an engaging and committed Teacher of Social Sciences to join our highly effective Faculty as a job share, with a colleague already in post. 

This post offers an excellent opportunity for a well-qualified and organised teacher, to work within an innovative and successful Faculty. We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated professional, who has a real love for their subject and the capacity to use creative approaches in their teaching. We have a hardworking, specialist department with a friendly and supportive team ethos. 

Our ideal candidate will be a committed practitioner who shares our vision ‘Let your light so shine – Be the best you can be’. You will have the ability to teach Sociology and Criminology and may contribute to the teaching of Health and Social Care and Psychology at KS5. 

This post is a part-time job share which is immediately available. We will consider applicants looking for 0.4 - 0.8. Pay scale is MPS or UPS Outer London.

Why work for Tolworth Girls’?

Employee wellbeing is a key part of our values, we offer a wide range of incentives to engage colleagues to ensure they are appreciated and feel valued. Regular professional development, is a key focus for Teaching and Non-Teaching staff. All new colleagues get a buddy and a mentor for NQT’s, with a tailored induction programme, to suit you. We have recently trained many colleagues across school to be Mental Health first aiders and all staff receive support, information and guidance on mental health and their personal journey.

Our benefits include Teachers Pension scheme; discounted on-site Gym membership; early finish for all half and end of terms; discounted fees with a local nursery; regular socials and various fundraising activities. Plus, lots of widely used free initiatives for all employees such as, on-site parking; flu jab vouchers; staff book club; prize draws and much more! We have a dedicated staffroom, with free tea and coffee for all, a great space to network and get some down time.

Accreditations

Our last OFSTED Inspection in September 2017 confirmed that Tolworth Girls' School & Sixth Form is an Outstanding school in all areas. In 2018 we also received World Class School Accreditation, supporting our absolute committed to providing the very best education for our students. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. The School is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all members of the community regardless of gender, age, marital status, disability, ethnicity, religion or sexual orientation.

We advise applicants to apply as soon as possible and before the closing date. Interviews will be scheduled on a 1-2-1 basis in school, as suitable applicants are received.

Applications will not be considered from speculative recruitment agencies. We will only accept direct applications at this time.