Teacher of Psychology (and Sociology) (Maternity Leave)

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

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in the UK seeks a dedicated teacher to join their team. The ideal candidate will teach to Grade 9 standard, support students in their progression, and embrace the school's commitment to Catholic values. Enjoy a vibrant environment with opportunities for professional development and teamwork. Candidates must share a commitment to safeguarding and prior checks will apply.

Benefits

Personalised professional development programme

Fast track promotion opportunities

Supportive colleagues and leadership

Qualifications

• Be passionate about fostering student progress and development.
• Demonstrate commitment to Catholic education and ethos.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Teach to Grade 9 standard and ensure student progress.
• Support the ethos and culture of the school.
• Deliver a comprehensive extra-curricular programme.

Skills

Teaching to Grade 9 standard

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Ability to work independently

Job description

Responsibilities

To be successful at St Catherine’s, you will:

• teach to Grade 9 standard
• ensure your students make outstanding progress across all key stages
• commit to our supportive but challenging ethos and culture
• thrive on working in teams but be able to work independently
• constantly challenge yourself to become a better practitioner
• be committed to our comprehensive extra-curricular programme
• be passionate about diversity and inclusion
• demonstrate an unwavering commitment to Catholic education and the ethos of the school

What the school offers its staff

In return, we will offer you:

• a school where students are keen to learn and progress
• a school where GCSE outcomes are consistently strong. This summer our students achieved outstanding results, achieving a Progress 8 score of +.97 (according to 4Matrix) and an Attainment 8 score of 55.06.
• an incredibly supportive group of colleagues and leaders
• a personalised professional development programme delivered through twilight sessions and dedicated training days
• fast track promotion opportunities
• the chance to perform on a wider stage through our proud membership of the LSU group of schools, the Gaudete Trust and the Archdiocese of Southwark
• the opportunity to join a very high-achieving department in our vibrant Catholic school
• a school where Psychology enjoys a very high profile and is very well supported by a committed Senior Leadership team

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.