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Teacher of Religious Education Required September 2020
We are seeking to appoint a full-time Teacher of Religious Education with effect from September 2020. The post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a very strong Religious Education department in a highly successful 11-19 academy which holds good Ofsted status. The role will report to the Subject Leader and the candidate will teach a full timetable within the subject.
The department has a strong collaborative ethos, is very supportive and well-planned schemes of learning for all courses are already in place. A department-based mentor will work with the appointee to support their development and induction in their first year. There is also an excellent academy-wide support and development programme for all new staff available.
The post is open to NQTs as well as experienced teachers. There will be the opportunity to teach across the year groups from KS3 to KS5, and experience of teaching Philosophy or Religious Studies at A Level is highly desirable. The core purpose of the role being to provide professional leadership to students in a subject area by offering high quality teaching, resulting in high standards of learning and achievement for all students.
Personal Qualities
The successful applicant should have a degree in a relevant subject and have, or will have achieved Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) prior to the commencement of their role.
Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have high levels of commitment. They should be able to plan, deliver and assess high-quality learning experiences for all learners in their care and deploy a range of strategies to support their personal development.
They should have an interest in new teaching and learning developments and possess high degree of integrity. Experienced candidates should be able to demonstrate a highly successful track-record of teaching the subject with strong examination outcomes, particularly at key stages four and five.
Responsibilities of the Post-Holder In accordance with the job description for Classroom Teacher, the key responsibilities will be as follows:
- ensure that lessons are planned in accordance with the schemes of learning for each course
- ensure awareness of the prior learning and special educational needs of their students
- ensure high expectations are set for the achievement and behaviour of students
- ensure that relevant curriculum policies for marking, assessment, target setting, recording and reporting are enacted
- ensure that progression and continuity is achieved across the key stage and between the key stages
Nature of the Department
The Religious Education Department offers GCSEs in Religious Education as per the National Curriculum, offering courses within key stages three and four. At key stage five we currently offer A-level Philosophy.
For the 2020/21 academic year the faculty is likely to have 5 full-time or part time teachers. Department facilities are excellent with standard classrooms at our disposal.
The department has achieved excellent examination results and also sustains high levels of student retention for A-level courses. Furthermore, it regularly offers students a series of extra-curricular experiences including trips to Chelmsford Cathedral and many more that are designed to contextualise student understanding and boost their subject knowledge.
Pastoral At Plume Academy all teaching staff are expected to fulfil both an academic teaching role and a pastoral role by acting as a Tutor to a group of assigned students. This involves staff in all aspects of pastoral work including guidance, safeguarding, monitoring and encouraging progress, contact with parents, writing report sand compiling student references. Tutors also deliver part of Plume Academy's Personal Development Programme.
Wider Contribution Teaching staff are encouraged to contribute to the academy's rich extra-curricular programme, and all candidates will be provided with the opportunity to discuss their personal interests at interview.
As one of the largest educational establishments in Essex, there are many opportunities for career progression. Via an academy-wise coaching programme, staff are encouraged to take responsibility for their own career development, with full support and encouragement from their line managers and other relevant staff, including those responsible for staff training.
Remuneration
Annual salary for a qualified teacher will be in accordance with the Plume Academy Teacher Pay Scale, which from appointment for a fulltime post currently involves a salary of up to £40,490 (2019/20 pay awards pending), however, the current salary of the applicant will be taken into consideration in respect of the salary offered. Salaries are reviewed by national negotiation with effect from 1st September each year. Progression through the Teachers' Pay Scale is subject to an annual performance review process.
Application Process If you are interested in the position and wish to discuss the post prior to application, please email Mrs Sarah Freeman, Director of Human Resources, at s.freeman@plume.essex.sch.uk, to arrange a telephone conversation. We are very proud of our academy and what we can offer new members of our team. The Director of Human Resources will be pleased to discuss the post and provide further information about the academy.
To apply please complete the Plume Academy application form (please see link via our website). This must be completed and submitted to personnel@plume.essex.sch.uk by the closing date stated (unaccompanied CVs or third party application forms will not be accepted).
If submitted by post, please email as above to advise that the application will be sent and send to:
Mrs Sarah Freeman Director of Human Resources
Plume,Maldon's Community Academy
Fambridge Road
Maldon
Essex CM9 6AB
Closing Date: 12 noon Tuesday 9th June 2020
Interviews are likely to take place after Tuesday 9th June 2020 remotely due to Covid-19
Information about the School
Work at a place where you feel valued and recognised. An environment where imagination and creativity counts. Work with us.
Currently the third largest secondary school in Essex as a single academy trust and growing, we are focused on enhancing our future structure and have roles where we are seeking people who can bring fresh perspectives and new variety for the benefits of our students. At Plume Academy you will find the space to develop your talents, the freedom to contribute and the opportunity to grow as part of our welcoming and inclusive family. Employing over 250 staff, from teaching and learning to management and administration, you will find opportunities at every level, across both of our campuses.
Our people share a determination to push boundaries, think differently and achieve more. As an employee, you’ll play a crucial part in assisting with our continual development. In return, we will support, nurture and reward you with benefits from training and development to responsibility recognition.
Plume had a successful Ofsted inspection in November 2023 and was judged a ‘good’ Academy. Ofsted acknowledged the high quality of teaching and excellent relationships in the Academy.
Plume Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, demonstration of ability, together with the receipt of references.
If you would like to telephone the HR Department prior to completing the application form, they would be pleased to discuss the role in further detail and arrange a visit to the academy.
We look forward to hearing from you!