Teacher of Geography
Chetham's School of Music
Manchester
- Expiring soon
- Salary:
- MPS pay spine, dependent on experience
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2024 (subject to checks)
- Apply by:
- 10 May 2024
Job overview
Chetham’s is home to three extraordinary places in the heart of Manchester – Chetham’s School of Music, Chetham’s Library, and The Stoller Hall – and we are united by one clear vision which is to bring people together. We believe in the power of music and creativity to unite people, and we are committed to educating and inspiring the next generation of musicians and thinkers. If you can help us achieve our vision, we want to hear from you.
Teacher of Geography
We are seeking to appoint an inspirational teacher who can come and join our team of staff and students.
The Job
- You will need to be an outstanding teacher of geography, inspirational, innovative and a team player with strengths across the range of geographical disciplines. You will need to be able to teach from Key Stage 3 to A Level and will receive the support and training that will allow you to succeed in this role and develop your professional skills. We welcome applications from candidates eager to contribute to the wider life of the school and the department through involvement in residential fieldtrips and extra-curricular activities.
- The post is 0.6 full-time equivalent with 12 hours of classroom teaching. In addition, you will also be expected to participate pro rata in activities such as a termly School duty and attend CPD training events throughout the school year.
- Start date September 2024 (subject to relevant checks)
In Return
- Salary: MPS pay spine, dependent on experience
- Benefits including free catered lunches during term time, on site gym and free tickets to concerts.
Download: Job Description and Person Specification
Download: Application Form.
Closing Date: 09:00 Friday 10th May 2024
Interviews: W/C Monday 13th May 2024
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To apply, please download and complete the application form and send to hr@chethams.com
Chetham’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service Reg. Charity No: 526702
About Chetham's School of Music
Chetham’s School of Music is an independent, mainstream school with a sixth form, for children between the ages of eight and 18. The co-educational establishment, based in Long Millgate, Manchester. There is also boarding provision, with approximately 2/3 students staying at the school at present.
The school is part of the Foundation of Chetham’s Hospital School and Library, founded by Humphrey Chetham in 1653. The first students attended the school in 1956. Chetham’s occupies buildings dating back to 1422, as well as new buildings such as the recital hall, which was constructed in 2012. No academic assessment is required to attend the school – entry is based solely on musical talent.
Joint Principals
Nicola Smith and Tom Redmond
Values and vision
Chetham’s School of Music aims to deliver stimulating lessons that encourage pupils to develop good learning habits. Students get the chance to showcase their musical talents by performing in lunchtime concerts. Teachers and children value each other and celebrate everyone’s successes. Pupils are urged to attend the performances of their peers, giving feedback and showing their support.
ISI report
“Levels of supervision at all times are good. Staff have appropriate levels of training to care for the age and needs of the pupils and the nature of the activity. The school has an appropriate and comprehensive written behaviour policy, which covers behaviour both during the school day and at other times. It includes the school rules, disciplinary sanctions, occasions when restraint may be used and also arrangements for searching pupils and their possessions. The policy is effectively implemented throughout the school.”
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