Teacher of Classics

The Tiffin Girls' School; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Kingston upon Thames is seeking a passionate teacher of Classics to inspire students and contribute to their educational journey. This temporary role requires confidence in teaching Latin to GCSE level and a willingness to support extracurricular activities and personal development. The school offers a supportive environment and values the study of Classics in developing cultural literacy among students.

Benefits

Continuous Professional Development tailored to needs

Supportive work-life balance

Engaged school community

Qualifications

• Strong ability to teach Latin at GCSE level and desire to advance to A level.
• Interest in teaching GCSE Classical Greek is a plus.
• Commitment to personal and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Inspire students and contribute positively to their progress.
• Encourage participation in extra-curricular activities.
• Extend and enrich students' experiences beyond the curriculum.

Skills

Teaching Latin

Teaching Classical Greek

Effective communication

Engagement in professional development

Job description

• the opportunity to join a highly successful and fully resourced Classics department with a wide range of experience and expertise
• a stimulating and creative environment in a school where extra-curricular activities flourish and teachers are encouraged to introduce new and innovative activities
• a CPD provision tailored to your needs focusing on areas of research and development
• a diverse workplace, with an engaged student and staff community who are currently collaborating on a review of the school's approach to equality, diversity and inclusion
• a supportive environment where the work-life balance of teachers is proactively supported by the governors and senior leadership team

We are seeking a passionate and self-reflective teacher of Classics who has the knowledge and love of their subject to inspire students and make a positive impact on their progress.

This temporary post offers a wonderful opportunity to inspire our highly motivated, engaged and hardworking student body. The school greatly values the contribution that the study of Classics, Latin and Classical Greek brings to its curriculum offer and to the all-round development of the students, helping them develop their cultural literacy and flourish as global citizens. We support the development of new teachers through an excellent ECT induction programme and the Classics department is very supportive in its approach.

• be confident in teaching Latin up to and including GCSE to high achieving students and be excited about moving on to teaching to A level
• have the opportunity to teach GCSE Classical Greek (but this is not a requirement)
• be passionate about personal and professional development and demonstrate a willingness to engage with the findings of evidence-based research through our whole school CPD programme.
• help extend and enrich students' school experiences beyond the curriculum
• have the ability to communicate effectively with staff, students and parents