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Teacher of Humanities - Full-time

Wrotham School, Sevenoaks

  • Ref:KCC886-5409-248T
  • Posted:20/03/2023
  • Pay:MPS / UPS
  • Start Date:September 2023
  • App Close Date:09/04/2023 at 18:00
  • Interviews:TBC

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Teacher of Humanities 

Starting-Sept 2023

Full time

Full MPS/ UPS range considered– Negotiable based on experience and suitability to the role

Applications are welcome from candidates with all levels of experience

Application Deadline – Open

Interviews – To be arranged on application

Job Summary

We are excited to advertise the position of Teacher of Humanities at Wrotham School 

About the role

We are justifiably proud of our outstanding Humanities department which consistently delivers an engaging and inspirational curriculum whilst achieving the highest levels of student progress at GCSE and A Level. Our results are above average and reflect the high standards of pedagogy and curriculum in the department.

Wrotham School is a highly successful school with high expectations of progress and character. We look after our staff and provide a rewarding and caring environment in which to work. This post is suitable for practitioners who are passionate about their subject and wish to work in a school where success is rewarded with both autonomy and competitive remuneration.

This post is suitable for ECT’s and we welcome their application. Equally, we also welcome applications from all ranges of experience.

Personal Specification

Required:

  • A passion for exciting and engaging lessons that apply real world skills to creative projects.
  • A working understanding of assessment and moderation of GCSE and A level Geography/History
  • A desire and determination to achieve outstanding results by working with all students to maximise their progress and attainment.
  • A commitment to our ethos as a recognised ‘’School of Character’’.
  • Willingness to work collaboratively with staff across our small trust.
  • A general keenness and enthusiasm for extracurricular activity and school visits/trips and enrichment activity.

Desirable:

  • A track record of success in teaching Geography/History at KS4 and 5.
  • Experience of moderating Geography/History coursework and exam papers at KS4 and 5.
  • Exam board training and knowledge of a range of relevant qualifications.

 Visit our website

www.wrothamschool.com

Read our Ofsted report

www.wrothamschool.com/ofsted

Equal opportunities employer

Wrotham School is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and actively encourages applications from all potential candidates regardless of race, gender, sexuality and disability.

Safeguarding

Wrotham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and check against the ISA Barred List for children.

Contact Wrotham School

We highly recommend contacting us to arrange an informal visit to the school to fully understand what makes Wrotham School such a desirable place to work.

If you would like to discuss the post please contact via email Bsanchez@wrotham.kent.sch.uk

 

Information about the school

Wrotham School is part of the Character Education Trust, a Trust of schools that focus on helping students develop strong character strengths, reach their academic potential and discover where they excel.

The school has been recognised for its excellent work on Character Education by being awarded the prestigious School of Character Kitemark - a formal acknowledgement of the work the school has done to promote and develop good character in the school community.

We are a progressive and innovative school that provides a positive and productive place to work for teachers of all experience levels.

Wrotham is a small village in the heart of Kent, surrounded by a scenic rural landscape and beautiful countryside with excellent (5 minute) access from the A20/M20 and close proximity to the A2/M2/M25/M26. Journey by road from nearby Bromley/ Dartford/ Bexley/ Orpington varies from 15-30 minutes. The local mainline station is a 10 minute walk from the school and is on the direct commuter line to Victoria Station in central London; this line includes stops at Bromley South.

For further information visit our website www.wrothamschool.com

Job Contact Information

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.