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Philosophy Teacher
Job Posted: 9 hours ago
Salary: £ 43,607/Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Tamworth, Staffordshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Salary: MPR + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Hours: Full-Time
Contract type: Permanent
Start date: ASAP
An exciting opportunity with the potential to cover the Head of Department maternity leave from May 2025 for up to 12 months (salary TLR2)
Your new school
The Rawlett Shool is part of Lift Schools, a MAT of 57 schools with 10 in the Midlands, which allows you access to the best training programmes available as well as more internal opportunities. The Rawlett School is a secondary school led by a dedicated and ambitious Head of School, Beccie (Rebecca) Walker. Having worked for Lift since 2005 she has spent the last 13 years transforming the culture and teaching at The Rawlett, she has now established a strong leadership team and is confident to gain a 'Good' Ofsted on the next inspection. But she still needs ambitious teachers to be part of this incredibly rewarding, yet challenging, journey and this is an opportunity for you to be part of that as we look to recruit a Teacher of R.E.. If you really want to make a difference to the lives of young people and share our passion for engaging students in learning and inspiring them to achieve. If you can motivate and inspire students and have high expectations of them and yourself, then we would love to hear from you.
Your new role
The Philosophy Department is one of the best, with an incredibly experienced and passionate Head of Department who has been with the school for over seven years. The team of three work collaboratively together and the pupils are hard working and engaged. Last year we had over 70% of pupils getting 4+ and we are expecting that to improve this year. The curriculum remains exciting and of high quality by continuously being reviewed and we'd love you to be part of what we teach. We believe in giving all teachers the opportunity to be great and will support you both personally and professionally to ensure you reach your full potential. If you are an ambitious teacher who is looking for a role that offers exposure and progression there is the potential to cover the Head of Department maternity leave from May 2025 for 12 months.
What you'll need to succeed
You will be a Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent with strong subject knowledge in R.E and strong classroom management skills with a passion for the subject. You will have a successful track record of improving the education of pupils in a and know what excellent education looks like in a classroom. Whether you're in your first year of teaching or your tenth, you will be warmly welcomed and supported here.
We offer you:
CPD: Outstanding whole school CPD programme, including sessions with David Didau, Clare Sealy and Tom Bennett.
Training: Continuous growth and development training opportunities across 57 Lift Schools.
Generous benefits: From your LGPS to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and electric vehicle incentives.Closing date: March 3rd but we will be reviewing and interviewing candidates as they apply
The role is due to commence ASAP. This is a permanent position.
Interview: TBC
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and
consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
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