Teacher of Psychology or Sociology. Job in Northampton Education & Training Jobs

Bosworth Independent School; Northampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000

Job description

ABOUT BOSWORTH INDEPENDENT SCHOOL

Bosworth Independent School is a relatively small school of approximately 300 students. This enables us to offer a supportive family atmosphere, where students and staff can enjoy their work and thrive as valued people and professionals. Our ethos is one that believes in the importance of the individual and celebrates success regardless of the level. Students come from a wide variety of countries and are motivated and aspirational, mostly aiming for Russell Group and Oxbridge.

OVERVIEW OF THE JOB

As a Teacher of Social Sciences, you will teach students up to A-Level supporting their learning of Psychology and Sociology allowing them to achieve the best possible outcomes. You will develop, deliver and support the school's academic programmes in line with school standards and policies. This role is a full-time position with an immediate or September start available.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB

AS A SUBJECT TEACHER, YOU WILL:

1. Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge students
2. Promote good progress and outcomes by students
3. Demonstrate strong subject and curriculum knowledge
4. Plan and teach well-structured lessons based on departmental schemes of work
5. Participate in arrangements for preparing students for external examinations
6. Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all students
7. Set and mark homework and class work promptly according to the School's policy
8. Make accurate and productive use of assessment
9. Write high quality reports as required by the School's policy on reporting to parents
10. Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment
11. Develop and maintain classroom and other learning environments
12. Ensure that School policies on student attendance are enforced

YOU WILL ALSO:

1. Act as Personal Tutor to a group of students
2. Play a role in departmental planning and the development of resources
3. Contribute to the School's PSHE and associated programmes
4. Contribute to the School's university and School access programmes
5. Contribute one enrichment/after school activity per term
6. Support the School's programme of trips and activities
7. Participate in the School's induction programmes for new students
8. Support the School welfare team by ensuring concerns are communicated and acted on
9. Play a full part in your own professional development and that of colleagues
10. Attend appropriate meetings and in-service training programmes
11. Contribute to the development and implementation of the School's vision
12. Communicate effectively with students, parents, colleagues and others
13. Fulfil wider professional responsibilities
14. Participate in the School's appraisal and performance management processes
15. Undertake other appropriate tasks that the Headmaster may assign

PERSON SPECIFICATION

The job requires that you have:

1. A good academic degree in a key curriculum subject area and hold QTS
2. Effective time management skills
3. Strong communication abilities
4. Great interpersonal skills, both verbal and written
5. Good levels of IT literacy
6. Strong presentation skills
7. Clear and concise verbal communication skills
8. A calm and diplomatic approach

It also requires that you are:

1. Passionate about your subject
2. An advocate for cultural diversity and globalisation
3. Willing to play a part in the wider life of the School
4. A good team player, but also able to work autonomously
5. Willing to accept additional responsibilities
6. Good at prioritising conflicting demands
7. Able to meet deadlines
8. Neat, well-groomed and well-presented
9. A strong role model for young people

BENEFITS

• Cycle to work Scheme
• Tech Scheme
• Car Scheme
• Free flu vaccine through Healthshield
• Free eye tests
• Financial wellbeing support via WageStream
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Group income protection
• GP24: GP Access for all
• Health Cash Plan
• Death in Service
• Long service awards
• Employee referral scheme
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay