Lead Teacher of Religious Studies

Teaching Vacancies; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Nottingham is seeking skilled teachers who can plan lessons effectively and manage classrooms. The role requires thorough knowledge of the subject, and candidates should be able to monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback. Commitment to safeguarding and professional development is essential. Attractive benefits included.

Benefits

Shopping discounts

Employee assistance programme

Teachers’ Pensions scheme

Discounted travel schemes

Cycle to work scheme

Comprehensive training

Eye care voucher scheme

Free flu vaccine

Qualifications

• Thorough and up to date knowledge of subject matter.
• Ability to plan lessons for diverse learning needs.
• Experience in using performance data to enhance teaching.

Responsibilities

• Plan lessons and sequences effectively.
• Monitor attendance and follow up on absences.
• Provide feedback and set expectations for students.

Skills

Subject knowledge

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Use of performance data

Professional development

Job description

Overview

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Have a thorough and up to date knowledge of their subject(s) and should take account of wider curriculum developments that are relevant to their work;
• Consistently and effectively plan lessons and sequences of lessons to meet students’ individual learning needs, including students with special educational needs, and gifted or talented students. They should be aware of, and take proper account of the strategies agreed in IEPs (Individual Education Plans) and IBPs (Individual Behaviour Plans);
• Keep an attendance register of students in every lesson and following up absence when necessary;
• Consistently and effectively use a range of appropriate strategies for teaching and classroom management;
• Consistently and effectively use information about prior attainment to set well-grounded expectations for students, and monitor progress to give clear and constructive feedback;
• Be able to make use of the performance data available in the Academy in order to determine how much progress their students are making;
• Take responsibility for their own professional development and use the outcomes to improve their teaching and students’ learning;
• Make an active contribution to implementing the policies and aspirations of the Academy and Trust;
• Be effective professionals who challenge and support all students to do their best;
• Set and maintain high expectations for student behaviour;
• Set a good example to students, for example in terms of appropriate dress, standards of punctuality and attendance;

What the school offers its staff

• Archway benefits to include shopping discounts and competitions
• A free and confidential employee assistance programme offering counselling and advice
• Access to Teachers’ Pensions scheme
• Access to discounted travel schemes
• Cycle to work scheme
• Comprehensive training and support
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• Eye care voucher scheme
• Free flu vaccine

Commitment to safeguarding

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 the satisfactory completion of an enhanced DBS check, Barred List check, the receipt of satisfactory references, online searches and any other statutory checks that are required for the post. We are an equal opportunities employer.