Teacher of Politics

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a popular and successful institution, where you can join a collaborative department as a Teacher of Politics. This role offers the chance to teach A Level Politics while also having the flexibility to teach History or RE. With a strong commitment to staff wellbeing, the school provides a supportive environment that prioritizes academic excellence and personal development. Join a team dedicated to enriching the educational experience and fostering a high-achieving atmosphere. This position promises career growth in a nurturing setting that values both students and staff.

Benefits

Flexible working initiative

Wellbeing day off

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status is essential for this teaching role.
• Experience in teaching A Level Politics is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach A Level Politics and potentially History or RE.
• Contribute to the collaborative and supportive department.

Skills

A Level Politics teaching

History teaching

Religious Education teaching

Collaboration

Pastoral care

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree in Politics or related field

Job description

Our Lady and All Saints Catholic Multi Academy

Teacher of Politics

MPS1-UPS3

Permanent

0.6 FTE (days to be confirmed)

St Peter's Catholic School, Whitefields Road, Solihull, B91 3NZ

Start Date: September 2025

Our Lady and All Saints Catholic Multi Academy Company (“the MAC”) was formed in April 2021 and currently comprises 12 Catholic Primary Schools and 2 Catholic Secondary Schools across Birmingham, Solihull, and Warwickshire.

This permanent post offers an exciting opportunity to join a highly successful, supportive, and collaborative department with prospects for career development in a high-achieving 11-18 school. The History & Politics department is friendly and collaborative, contributing significantly to the academic life of our school. The main teaching role will be A Level Politics; however, we seek someone capable of teaching either History or RE as well.

St Peter’s Catholic School is a popular, oversubscribed, and successful institution committed to academic and pastoral excellence. We pride ourselves on high academic standards across all key stages, excellent pastoral care, and enriching extracurricular opportunities.

We prioritize staff wellbeing, offering a flexible working initiative extending for 12 months from September 2025. This includes a 9-day fortnight for full-time staff and a wellbeing day off, with no impact on salary or PPA time.

For further information, please contact Jennie Pate, Headteacher's PA, at Tel: [phone] or email: [e-mail].

To apply, visit this link. Alternatively, request an application form and supporting documents by emailing [e-mail], indicating the vacancy of interest.

Closing Date: Monday 19th May 2025 at 9:00 am

Shortlisting: Monday 19th May 2025

Interview Week: commencing Monday 19th May 2025

St Peter's Catholic School, part of Our Lady and All Saints Multi Academy Company, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable groups. All employees and volunteers must share this commitment and will undergo an Enhanced DBS check and, where applicable, a childcare disqualification check. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and amendments through 2013 and 2020.

An online background check will be conducted for shortlisted candidates.

*Please note, the MAC reserves the right to amend the application deadline.

We may close the vacancy early once sufficient applications are received. We encourage early applications.