Teacher of RE - Kettering, United Kingdom - Kettering Science Academy
Description
Teacher of RE
Start date: September 2024
Closing date: 26th April 2024 at 9am
Location: Kettering Science Academy
Salary: MPS/UPS
Hours per week: Full time, permanent
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated RE teacher who would like to be part of a forward-looking team, focused on developing exciting and engaging learning experiences for all students. The Social Science faculty is a friendly and welcoming team, who are committed to providing high quality teaching and a breadth and richness of experience for the young people who take these subjects.
For us, teaching RE is about helping children discover who they are and what they believe; and then giving them the knowledge, skills, and understanding to express this in an appropriate and respectful way. The benefits of the programme of study in this subject go far beyond the discrete RE lessons which are delivered, and we are currently exploring how we can develop these broader aspects as part of our commitment to oracy and giving all children the confidence to express their own voice.
You will be joining KSA at a time where we are setting out an ambitious plan for the future based around three key themes of belonging, reflection, and collaboration. Ultimately, we exist to enable everyone connected with the school to be the best they can be. We are clear that all children deserve our unwavering and unconditional regard, and we have ambitious plans for making this a reality in all our classrooms and in all our interactions.
We would encourage anyone interested in the position to contact the school and we would be delighted to talk with you about our vision, as well as share what we are looking for from the successful candidate.
The successful candidate will:
• Be a highly motivated and enthusiastic teacher with the desire to inspire and motivate students to achieve and succeed
• Be willing to go above and beyond what is expected, encouraging students to achieve as highly as possible
• Possess a tenacious ambition for their students, seeking to give them exciting and engaging opportunities for learning
What we can offer you
· Daily allowance for breakfast and lunch.
· A modern building with fantastic facilities and resources.
· A supportive and friendly community of staff and students.
· A full induction programme.
· Access to BWT Ambition Hub training and development programmes.
About Kettering Science Academy
Kettering Science Academy was delighted to receive a Good Ofsted rating in July 2023. This report recognised the work which has been done over many years in ensuring our children get the education they deserve. We actively encourage students to participate in all areas of academy life, motivating and inspiring them to unlock their potential and realise their ambitions. We believe education is about more than achieving success in exams; it is about preparing students for the challenges and demands of life beyond education.
We are not complacent and we know there is still much more we need to do. We are working hard to preserve the best of our collective past, whilst at the same time co-creating with all interested parties a renewed vision for the future. Staff have an uncompromising commitment to this and work closely with one another to support and develop students as well as one another.
Our students come from all walks of life, and we want our staffing body to be reflective of the communities we work within. Brooke Weston Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, nationality, culture, age, disability, marital status or socio-economic backgrounds. We encourage and welcome applications from minority groups and foster a work environment that is inclusive as well as diverse, where people can be themselves.
If you think you can contribute to our organisation, we welcome your application. Applicants are required to complete an application form as CVs will not be accepted.
About Brooke Weston Trust
Our Trust was formed more than 25 years ago with a simple and clear mission – to transform educational performance in all of our communities. Working in some of the most challenging contexts, we improve our students' achievements by making long term commitments to the community and championing new approaches to improve the life chances for young people.
Our members of staff are essential to realising this vision, and a happy, motivated and supported team will deliver the best possible experiences for our young people.
We place great emphasis on creating a supportive and collaborative working environment in all our schools, where all staff can share best practice through our colleague networks. Brooke Weston staff get access to first class professional development through our Ambition Hub, which is also home to the Northamptonshire Teaching School.
To find out more about working for our Trust and the benefits available to staff please check out the BWT Join Us Guide.
How to Apply
If you think you can contribute to this role and to our organisation, we welcome your application
Please apply by visiting The Brooke Weston Trust Careers page or by searching for this vacancy and applying on My New Term. Other application formats will not be accepted
Applications will be assessed upon receipt, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. An early application is therefore strongly advised.
Further details about the Academy and the above position can be found on our website or by telephoning and asking for Khloé Hughes, HR Administrator.
Safer Recruitment
Care and respect for others are the values that lie at the heart of our Trust. The Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. It expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts require proof of identity and as the role is working with children and young people this will also be subject to an enhanced disclosures barring service check. In line with safer recruitment requirements, individuals shortlisted for a role in school will have online checks conducted on their name across social media platforms and google.
A copy of the Trust Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found here - Safeguarding and Child Protection
The Trusts position on the recruitment of Ex-Offenders can be found under section 7 of the Trust SCR, Safer Recruitment and Staff Files Policy - Safer Recruitment and Staff Files Policy
Closing date: 26th April 2024 at 9am
Interview date: w/c 29th April 2024
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.