Teacher of History

Harris Academy Wimbledon; Greater London; Presencial; GBP 32.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Harris Academy Wimbledon seeks a qualified Teacher of History to lead this new academy toward excellence. The successful candidate will hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant degree, with the ability to teach KS3 to KS5 and engage the wider community.

We expect strong communication, ICT proficiency, and a commitment to high standards and equality of opportunity for all students. You will work as part of a collaborative team and contribute to academy improvement activities within the Harris

Formación

• QTS or equivalent and a relevant undergraduate degree.
• Experience teaching at secondary level, ideally including practice teaching.
• Knowledge of National Curriculum for KS3 and KS4 and ability to write lesson plans and develop resources.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and teach History across KS3 to KS5.
• Establish a motivating, safe learning environment for all students.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan and share best practice.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with staff and the wider community.
• Communicate effectively with parents, carers and external agencies.
• Demonstrate high expectations and equality of access for all students.

Conocimientos

Strong communication

ICT skills

Time management

Motivate students

Team collaboration

Engage parents

Manage own work

Educación

QTS or equivalent

Relevant undergraduate degree

Descripción del empleo

We are looking for a hardworking, ambitious and dynamic qualified teacher to join Harris Academy Wimbledon as Teacher of History, leading this new academy towards excellence. You will have excellent opportunities to engage in wider Harris Federation academy improvement and professional development activities.

The Teacher of History will be a well-qualified specialist, holding QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree, you will have the ability to teach from KS3 to KS5. We are looking for a strong communicator with proven skills in engaging with, inspiring and motivating, not just the school community but the wider community.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree
• Have successful teaching experience at secondary level (can be teaching practice), ideally including experience in multi-ethnic urban schools and of working in an 11-18 school
• Understand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning
• Understand the importance of high expectations and equality of access for all students, and of being a tutor
• Have knowledge of National Curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4, and of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students' work
• Be able to work as part of a team and to develop and maintain positive relationships with all staff
• Have a good level of ICT skills, ideally including innovative use of interactive white boards
• Be able to create a motivating and safe learning environment for all students
• Be able to communicate positively with parents, carers and other external agencies where necessary
• Have good written and spoken communication skills
• Be able to lead and manage their own work effectively
• Have excellent time management skills
• Be able to motivate students and raise their aspirations through a range of strategies