Teacher of Physical Education - Fixed Term

St Gregory's Catholic School, Tunbridge Wells

• Ref:KCC886-5435-228T
• Posted:28/05/2024
• Pay:MPS/UPS
• Start Date:September 2024
• App Close Date:17/06/2024 at 09:00
• Interviews:TBC

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We wish to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Physical Education who has the ability to motivate and inspire is vital in this excellent department. This is a one-year contract from September 2024. The successful applicant will be able to teach PE across Key Stages 3 to 5, ability to deliver to A Level would be an advantage but not essential. We welcome applicants from both ECTs or experienced teachers who are passionate about the subject and want to broaden their experience in a dynamic and innovative department. There will be an expectation to support the PE department with a busy extra-curricular programme during and after school.

St Gregory’s students love to gain new knowledge and skills and all our teachers relish the opportunity to deliver challenging, engaging and interesting lessons, with high expectations of behaviour. Opportunities for excellent Continued Professional Development and staff well-being are at the forefront of our commitment to all staff at St Gregory’s.

Benefits of working at St Gregory’s Catholic School

• A supportive and caring working environment for staff and students

• A research-informed approach to curriculum design and assessment

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  Fully planned and resourced schemes of work for KS3 and KS4

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  Opportunity to teach KS5 for the right candidate

•  Dedicated and bespoke CPD time for all staff each term

•  Opportunities to complete external qualifications such as Masters

•  Free Gym Membership

•  Kent Rewards Scheme

Our Offer:

You are welcome to contact HR at hr@sgschool.org.uk if you would like to visit the school before submitting an application.

For ease of applying, we are happy to accept applications directly from Kent Teach. Should you be shortlisted for interview, additional information may be requested at that time.

Closing date for applications: 16 June 2024

Interview date: TBC

Start date: September 2024

This vacancy may close on or before the specified closing date depending on the volume of suitable applicants. If you are unsuccessful, we will contact you accordingly.

All applicants need to have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for this role.  This vacancy may close on or before the specified closing date depending on the volume of suitable applicants. If you are unsuccessful, we will contact you accordingly

Safer Recruitment

St Gregory’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and this position is subject to satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Candidates will be subject to an online search if shortlisted. The search will not form part of the shortlisting process itself and shortlisted candidates will have the chance to address any issues of concern that come up during the search at interview.

Information about the school

St Gregory’s Catholic School is a Catholic secondary school and part of the Kent Catholic Schools’ Partnership (KCSP). KCSP is a multi-academy trust (MAT) established by the Archdiocese of Southwark for Catholic education across Kent and it currently comprises 28 academies of which 23 are primary schools and five are secondary schools.

A seven-form entry secondary school located in Tunbridge Wells, St Gregory’s is a popular destination for pupils from its Catholic partner primary schools in Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge and Sevenoaks. As an inclusive academy, its dedicated staff, helpers and governance committee members work hard to ensure that every student is supported and challenged to be their very best. Each individual is encouraged to grow spiritually and intellectually, so that unique and positive contributions can be made to society and the world.

In its most recent denominational inspection in June 2024, St Gregory’s was judged as ‘Outstanding’ for Catholic Life and Mission and ‘Good’ for both Religious Education and Collective Worship and, in its latest Ofsted inspection in October 2024, the school was judged as ‘Good’ in all areas. At the heart of the report is recognition of the school's mission to ensure that ‘every child is known and loved’ inspectors highlighted a “warm and welcoming environment”, where students feel valued, supported and able to thrive.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Susan Smith - HR Hub
• Address:Reynolds Lane, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN4 9XL
• Telephone: 01622 754551 x1148
• Email: hr@sgschool.org.uk

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