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Teacher of Sociology and Social Science

Teacher of Sociology and Social Science

Hugh Christie School

Kent

  • Expired
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
30 January 2023

Job overview

HUGH CHRISTIE SCHOOL

Teacher of Sociology and Social Science

Hugh Christie is a mixed wide ability 11 to 18 high school based in Tonbridge, Kent. Hugh Christie is ‘the place to be’ happy, successful and where pupils are well prepared for adult life. Hugh Christie is a good school with a stable and well-motivated staff. Staff are supported well through a bespoke INSET programme led by our Lead Practitioner Group. The school finishes at 1-35pm on a Friday and has a two week holiday at the end of Term 1 to support wellbeing.

We are looking to recruit a Teacher of Sociology and Social Sciences. This post is suitable for both early career or experienced teachers (a subject Teaching and Learning Responsibility may be available for teachers looking for career progression). Sociology is part of our Applied Learning Department.

Our ideal candidate will: 

  • be able to offer expertise at GCSE /  A level in Sociology and at least one other discipline
  • teach excellent lessons using our Pillars of Excellence principles.
  • be committed to achieving excellent outcomes
  • be a strong team player
  • demonstrate high levels of ambition and optimism regarding what the school and its students can achieve 
  • have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of pupils, especially those who have additional educational needs or are disadvantaged
  • be committed to the school’s values

In return, you will have the opportunity to work with great colleagues and make a difference to our students in a critical subject for their future.

If you are seeking a rewarding position, enriching the lives of our students, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Start date: September 2023

Salary: MPS / UPS

Please visit our website (www.hughchristie.kent.sch.uk ) for more information about the school. The application form is accessible either from the school website (www.hughchristie.kent.sch.uk/vacancies)  or via the Executive Principal’s PA, Nicki Riddle (nriddle@tonbridgefederation.co.uk  or 01732 353544).

Hugh Christie is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Closing date for applications is noon on Monday 30th January 2023. 

About Hugh Christie School

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+44 1732 353544

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Vision for the School is summarised in the following statement:

• Hugh Christie School is a centre of excellence. The learning experience is engaging, relevant and
 personalised.

• We encourage a culture of innovation and change. We are at the forefront in developing the use of information
 technology as a tool for learning. Each student has the opportunity to achieve their personal highest academic
 performance.

• We are committed to work with our local community to widen the opportunities for everyone in the locality and
 beyond. We believe in creating an environment that is friendly, clean and safe. We aim to develop strong
 partnerships with other learning providers to drive forward our programme of improvement and change.

The School has always looked to try new ideas that will improve the learning experience and ensure our students become life long learners. History shows that we have been very successful in implementing innovation into children’s learning, many such innovations have now then been adopted by other schools.

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