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Teacher of Religious Studies

Teacher of Religious Studies

Harris Academy Merton

Merton

  • Expired
Salary:
Inner London Pay Scale
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2015
Apply by:
8 June 2015

Job overview

Inner London Pay Scale plus a generous benefits package including £1,500 Harris Allowance

Performance Bonus and private health care

A Harris Federation Academy

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic teacher to join our strong team of Religious Studies and Social Sciences specialists who is able to contribute to raising standards in the classroom from KS3 to Post 16. The Religious Studies and Social Sciences area is generously staffed giving small class sizes and high level TA support with IWB and excellent resources in every classroom. We would consider an NQT or an experienced teacher.

We are looking for:

  • a well-qualified specialist to teach in the R.E. area KS3 – KS5.
  • knowledge of A-Level Edexcel Philosophy is desirable but not essential.
  • someone with presence and authority who can deliver consistently good lessons.
  • a hard-working, creative and enthusiastic team member.

We can offer you:

  • the opportunity to work within an over-subscribed, ‘Outstanding’ Academy.
  • a calm, well-disciplined yet positive and innovative learning environment.
  • excellent facilities and resources for staff and students.
  • excellent record of GCSE results.

As part of the Harris Federation of Schools you can expect to work in an atmosphere of mutual support and co-operation. We offer an excellent NQT induction programme along with superb professional development and promotion opportunities within both the Academy and the Harris Federation. If you are committed to the learning and well-being of young people we welcome your application.

For further information please visit the Careers link on the Harris Federation website at http://www.harriscareers.org.uk and complete the application and supplementary forms. If you have any further questions please contact Mrs. J. Bragginton, PA to the Principal, on 020 8623 1022 or email to braggintonj@harrismerton.org.uk.

The closing date for applications is: Noon, Monday, 8th June 2015
Interviews will take place: w/c 8th June 2015

Ms A Samad, Acting Principal Harris Academy Merton, Wide Way, Mitcham, Surrey, CR4 1BP
Telephone no.: 020 8623 1000
Email: info@harrismerton.org.uk
Website: www.harrismerton.org.uk

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About Harris Academy Merton

Academy Description:

Harris Academy Merton is an 11-18 co-educational Academy for 1,500 students. The Academy opened in September 2006 on the site of the predecessor school. The Academy benefits from a brand new state-of-the-art Post 16 block and high quality buildings. Harris Merton is judged by Ofsted to be an Outstanding School. Harris Merton offers specialisms in Enterprise and Science. It is an oversubscribed school at the heart of its local community.

Academy Ethos:

At Harris Academy Merton we promote the ethos 'Achievement is Success’ and believe every student has the right to the highest standard of education so that they can accomplish their aspirations. Our aim is to give every student an educational experience that is enjoyable and holistic so that they develop into responsible, articulate, successful and well-rounded young people.

We combine the traditional values of strong discipline, good manners, respect and pride in appearance with contemporary best practice in teaching and technology. With these core values embedded, we develop our students into confident and capable individuals that have a desire to excel academically and personally now and in the future.

Students are rewarded for developing the right behaviours and attitudes, for trying hard and being persistent, for a courteous and considerate manner, for attending regularly and for achieving their personal best. They are taught the value of hard work and determination. 

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Applications closed