Teacher of Humanities - Full-time

New Line Learning Academy, Maidstone

• Ref:KCC886-6912-312T
• Posted:25/02/2020
• Pay:MPS/UPS
• Start Date:September 2020
• App Close Date:20/04/2020 at 12:00
• Interviews:TBC

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Teacher of Humanities

Location: New Line Learning Academy, Boughton Lane, Maidstone, ME15 9QL

Salary: MPS/UPS

Contract Type: Permanent

Start Date: September 2020

New Line Learning Academy is an exciting school, which was rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted in its November 2019 inspection. We now have an exciting opportunity to appoint an outstanding Teacher of Humanities who can show a real passion for the subject and can inspire students about their learning. This is an exciting opportunity for an NQT or experienced teacher to join us in September 2020.

We are looking for a teacher who is really passionate and excited about teaching Humanities across the department, and will be able to make a significant contribution to the further improvement of this faculty. We encourage our students to thrive academically but their wellbeing remains at the core of our vision and ethos.

Taught across Key Stage 3 and 4 and is an extremely popular option choice for our students. The Humanities faculty has its own plaza and designated teaching spaces, which are bright and spacious and support the learning of our pupils. The CPD programme and support we offer is excellent and would therefore encourage you to join us to excel and develop your career as a teacher. So if you're highly qualified or fresh from your graduation, we offer a school keen to offer support whenever you need it.

To be successful, we will expect you to have:

• Drive, determination and spirit
• Organisation skills that allow you to get the most from every student
• A commitment to delivering outstanding lessons
• Enthusiasm for passing on your knowledge to young people
• Communication skills and confidence to deliver teaching and learning
• The desire to overachieve in an environment that rewards excellence
• A willingness to take on responsibility and lead on aspects of the Humanities curriculum

We invest in our staff and therefore can offer:

• A forward-thinking, exciting place to work
• A friendly and supportive team of professionals
• Excellent CPD programmes and experienced mentors for NQTs
• The support of a Trust that currently encompasses two Secondary schools, one Primary school, and one Nursery for children aged 3 months to 4 years
• Two science-only teaching assistants to support teachers and learner alike
• An opportunity to join various schemes such as the Benenden corporate healthcare scheme

If you would like to take a look around our fantastic facilities and meet the staff that you could be working alongside please email katie.richardson@futureschoolstrust.com and arrange a visit.

Only applications submitted by the school application process will be considered, we are unable to accept CVs.

Information about the school

New Line Learning Academy is a ‘Good’ school in the heart of Loose, Maidstone with over 900 pupils aged 11 to 16. New Line Learning are committed to the delivering the highest standard of education for the young people in our care. In return, we expect our pupils to be committed to their studies and strive to achieve their goals.

The ethos is clear; believe and achieve.

New Line Learning aims for all of its pupils to be well-motivated and self-aware learners, who can conduct themselves appropriately in a range of situations. Aiming to create an ethos and an environment in which pupils feel safe and in which they can learn to interact respectfully, sensibly and maturely with others. We want our pupils to develop into responsible citizens, playing an active part in the school, local and wider communities.

At Future Schools Trust, we are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who are differently abled, neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, and from different religious or belief backgrounds. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that individuals bring and believe they make our organisation stronger. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are happy to support you.

What's In It For You? A vibrant and exciting place to work A friendly and supportive environment An excellent CPD programme, with opportunities for action research and nationally accredited qualifications The support of a Trust that currently encompasses two Secondary Schools and one Primary School. Alongside Tiger Cubs, our term time only Day Nursery, for children aged 3 months to 4 years, with great benefits to education staff. A well-resourced department with schemes of work and resources available. An opportunity to join various schemes such as the Benenden corporate healthcare scheme

We are one of the select few schools in the local area eligible for the government’s Levelling Up Premium Payments scheme for teachers. This fantastic opportunity allows successful, eligible candidates who specialize in Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, and Computing to claim a premium payment of up to £2,000 for each academic year they work during 2023-2024, 2024-2025, and 2025-2026.

In addition, eligible teachers can also claim a targeted retention payment of up to £4,000 at New Line Learning Academy. These financial incentives provide an exceptional opportunity to further support and reward your commitment to education while working in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Only applications submitted by the school application process will be considered, we are unable to accept CVs.

Future Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the person specification and will be required to apply for a DBS disclosure. We particularly welcome applicants from under- represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Future Schools Trust HR Recruitment Team
• Address:Boughton Lane, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 9QL
• Telephone: 01622 743 286
• Email: hr@futureschoolstrust.com

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