Teacher of Religious Studies and PSHE

Harris Academy Orpington; Orpington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Academy Orpington is seeking a dedicated Teacher of RE and PSHE to join our committed staff. You will contribute to a warm, aspirational learning environment and support our students to achieve their potential.

The successful candidate will hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree, with secondary teaching experience and the ability to plan, assess and develop resources for KS3 and KS4. You will work as part of a team, communicate with parents and use ICT effectively.

Qualifications

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree.
• Secondary level teaching experience, including practice.
• Understand theory and practice of effective teaching and learning.
• Appreciate equality of access and tutoring responsibilities.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

ICT skills

Time management

Motivating students

Education

QTS or equivalent

Relevant undergraduate degree

Tools

Interactive Whiteboards

Job description

We are currently looking to appoint a dedicated and inspiring Teacher of RE and PSHE.

At Harris Academy Orpington, you will join a dedicated team of teachers and staff supporting our excellent students. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow, inspire and develop, this may be the role for you.

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