Psychology Teacher (Part Time) - Part-time

Holcombe Grammar School, Chatham

• Ref:MED887-4068-201T
• Posted:19/04/2024
• Pay:£18,517 - £28,302 for 19.5 hours (0.6 contract)
• Start Date:September 2024
• App Close Date:28/04/2024 at 23:45
• Interviews:TBC

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Are you looking for a new opportunity to teach Psychology in a supportive grammar environment?

Holcombe Grammar School are seeking a Psychology Teacher to join their team on a part time basis, teaching across Key Stages 4 and 5.  The successful candidate will be a motivated and enthusiastic qualified teacher who is passionate about teaching and learning and is ready to embrace new ideas.  They will have a positive outlook and excellent interpersonal skills. 

Together with being an outstanding classroom practitioner with high expectations for achievement and behaviour, you will be able to plan and deliver creative and stimulating lessons, having a thorough knowledge of curriculum development and pedagogy.  Our Curriculum Intent can be viewed here.

Applications are invited from Early Career Teachers, or experienced teachers looking to progress their career. 

"Holcombe Grammar makes learning active by developing children as creative, adaptable, and resilient thinkers so that they become committed lifelong learners."

University of Exeter, 2022 (Thinking Schools Accreditation)

What our Trust will offer you:

• Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national standards.
• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust to enhance your teaching and learning.
• Professional Development: Explore excellent CPD opportunities, including tailored programs for Early Career, Middle, and Senior Leadership.
• Chartered Teacher Recognition: As an accredited Chartered Teacher organization, you can achieve recognition as a Chartered Teacher.
• Cutting-Edge Pedagogy: Experience an internationally accredited approach to thinking and learning, proven to elevate classroom practice.
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership in the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
• Fitness and Wellness: Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at New Horizons Children’s Academy and Rochester Grammar School.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• Convenient Parking: Park for free in our secure staff car park.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promote health and sustainability through our Cycle to Work initiative.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: Be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit from our Refer a Friend Scheme

What you need to do now: 

If you are interested in working at our small and friendly school, benefitting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today! 

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

Information about the school

Holcombe Grammar School delivers an inspiring curriculum…appropriately adapted to the needs, abilities and interests of all pupils. A range of extra-curricular activities further promotes personal development and welfare– Ofsted 2018

Holcombe Grammar School is part of The Thinking Schools Academy Trust. We are a selective 11-18 boys’ school with a large and growing mixed Sixth Form. At Holcombe Grammar School our aim is that students develop into successful, well rounded, confident young people who are equipped with the academic and life skills necessary to thrive in the modern world.

Every individual at Holcombe Grammar School is encouraged to achieve their personal best and there is an emphasis on celebrating student progress as well as outright attainment. At the heart of the school is our MET agenda – Mastery, Endeavour, Thinking. By using the ‘Thinking’ skills that are developed from Year 7, and through constant ‘Endeavour’, our students go on to develop ‘Mastery’ of their studies. Whilst many students go on to achieve places at Oxford, Cambridge and other Russell Group universities, we celebrate the achievements of all students. The vast majority of our students go on to top universities at the end of the Sixth Form

Job Contact Information

• Name:Tracy Pocock
• Address:Holcombe Grammar School, Letchworth Avenue, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6JB
• Telephone: 01634 830083
• Email: recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

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