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Philip Morant School & College
Teacher of Humanities
Pay Range: Teachers Main/Upper Pay Scale
Actual Salary from: £30,000 - £46,525 (M1-U3)
Start Date: September 2024
The Role
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and excellent teacher to join our successful Humanities Department.
- If you currently teach any of the following subjects; Citizenship, RE, Geography or RSHE, we would warmly welcome your application.
- This role is suitable for somebody who would be starting their ECT in September or who is already an experienced teacher.
Judged "good" by Ofsted in September 2023, we are passionate about our vision: "A community where everyone feels they belong and are the best they can be."
The successful candidate will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding of inclusive education with the highest expectations.
Please note should you be successful during the shortlisting process interviews will be held face to face at the school.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
- Teaching your subject with an enthusiasm
- Planning and delivering engaging lessons
- Assessing and providing feedback
- Providing care, guidance and support to our young people.
- Working as a member of a team
(The full details can be found in the attached Job Outline and Person Specification).
We're looking for you if you have:
- Qualified Teacher Status
- Ability to teach "outstanding" lessons in Humanities
- Commitment to safeguarding and child protection
If you are a dynamic teacher with experience and are passionate about the subject of Humanities, who would like to work in a supportive and collaborative environment and you feel that you have the enthusiasm and commitment required to join our school, please apply.
If you would like any further information please email amanda.chilver@pmsc.school
Why work for The Sigma Trust, Philip Morant School & College?
We can offer you:
- A Competitive Salary
- Robust school CPD training programme that enables you to flourish
- Opportunities to work with colleagues across the Trust to share resources, ideas and build collaborative relationships
Employee benefits include:
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Pension scheme
- Free membership to Perkbox
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Discounted gym membership at selected local gyms
Please note that an integration period applies to all new staff joining the Trust, to support introduction into the organisation.
Additional Information:
For additional information about the Trust and this school, please visit our website www.sigmatrust.org.uk
To Apply
To apply for this post, please follow the URL link provided below:
https://careers.sigmatrust.org.uk/Apply/U2l25bb1nbWEgQXBwbGljYXRpb24gRm9ybSBOb3ZlbWJlciAyMDIzfDQxfDU2MDU2MXwxfHxGYWxzZXwyMTIyfDMxMTM1NzB8MA%3d%3d?i=VqFiPvqctUo%3d
Please note that only fully completed application forms will be accepted and any CV's and accompanying covering letters will be disregarded. A Notes for Applicants document is attached for further information.
- Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 26th May 2024
- Shortlisting: Monday 27th May 2024
- Interviews will be held: Thursday 30th May 2024
The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.
The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision 'To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts', where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.
Information about the School
We are a large secondary school in Colchester and also enjoy a thriving Sixth Form College. We are a popular School with waiting lists for every year and are proud of our strong academic record. We have an excellent and enthusiastic staff led by a strong senior leadership team and we work hard to provide an environment where every student is valued and their varying needs met. Our pastoral care is based upon a highly successful house system and ensures support both for students and parents.
Safeguarding
The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.