Teacher of Citizenship

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking an enthusiastic Citizenship teacher to join a successful secondary school in Sheffield on a long-term basis from October half term. The role suits an experienced Citizenship teacher or a strong Humanities-qualified candidate.

You will plan engaging Citizenship lessons for KS3/KS4, adapt resources for varied abilities and contribute to departmental development while supporting student progress and safeguarding policies.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent qualification is required.
• Experience teaching Citizenship within a UK secondary school.
• Strong knowledge of Citizenship, politics and current affairs.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons for varying abilities.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured Citizenship lessons.
• Teach Citizenship across Key Stages 3 and/or 4 as timetabled.
• Adapt resources to meet diverse learning needs.
• Assess, monitor and track student progress with feedback.
• Maintain high behaviour and participation expectations.
• Develop students' knowledge of current affairs, democracy and society.
• Encourage critical thinking and informed discussion.
• Collaborate with Humanities/Citizenship colleagues.
• Contribute to departmental planning and assessment.
• Support wider pastoral and extracurricular life where appropriate.
• Follow safeguarding and school policies.

Skills

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Citizenship knowledge

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Education

QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

Teacher of Citizenship

Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Citizenship to join a successful secondary school in Sheffield on a long-term basis from October half term.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Citizenship teacher, or a suitably qualified teacher with a strong background in Humanities, to join a supportive school and make a positive impact on students' academic progress and wider development.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured Citizenship lessons.
• Teach Citizenship across Key Stages 3 and/or 4, depending on experience and timetable requirements.
• Prepare and adapt resources to meet the needs of students with different abilities and learning needs.
• Assess, monitor and track student progress, providing constructive feedback.
• Maintain high expectations of behaviour, achievement and participation.
• Develop students' knowledge and understanding of current affairs, democracy, politics, society, rights and responsibilities.
• Encourage students to think critically, engage in discussion and develop informed opinions.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues within the Humanities/Citizenship department.
• Contribute to departmental planning, assessment and development.
• Support the wider pastoral and extracurricular life of the school where appropriate.
• Follow school policies and procedures, including safeguarding and behaviour policies.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Citizenship within a UK secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge and a genuine enthusiasm for Citizenship, politics and current affairs.
• The ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons that challenge and support students of varying abilities.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• A commitment to raising attainment and supporting students to reach their full potential.
• The ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues and parents/carers.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one through Tradewind Recruitment.

ECTs and experienced teachers are welcome to apply, provided they have the relevant subject knowledge and

If you are an enthusiastic Teacher of Citizenship looking for a long-term opportunity in a secondary school in Sheffield from October half term, we would love to hear from you.

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