History Teacher - Temporary - Easter term

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History Teacher – Permanent

Start Date: April 2016

Area: Wandsworth

Age range: Key Stage 3/4 and Key stage 5

Type: 11-18 mixed Academy with approx. 1200 students.

Results: GCSE 70% 5+ A*-C

Salary: MPS/UPS

We are looking to recruit a History teacher to work in an ‘Outstanding’ mixed Academy in Wandsworth. The school are looking for someone who can deliver History curriculum to KS3/4 and 5.

The History department are seeking an innovative, enthusiastic and committed History teacher to join their successful department. History is a core subject at KS3 and a popular GCSE choice; they currently have 8 classes between year 9 and year 10. The popularity of History at KS5 is growing with two groups currently studying A-Level History.

In August 2015, 70% of students achieved A*- C with 22% of these students achieving A*-A. In August 2015 40% of students achieved A*-B in their AS exams with 30% of students achieving A*-B in their A-level assessments.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate consistent high-quality teaching, in-depth subject knowledge and a commitment to collaborative work. They will join an experienced department which benefits from having staff who have taught in a range of schools in London. Resources for all key stages are pre-planned and shared electronically; enabling staff time to differentiate resources for mixed-ability groups.

For an exceptional newly qualified teacher, the academy will support you with your induction and development to become an outstanding teacher. This is an opportunity to join a fantastic school, a terrific work environment and really raise pupil aspirations with exceptional teaching. Experienced teachers are more than welcome for this position, as responsibility is available for teachers who demonstrate an aptitude to improving teaching standards.

If interested in this role you must have the following:

– Qualified teacher status (QTS) or oversea trained.

– PGCE in History or degree level equivalent

– Extensive experience teaching KS3 and KS4

– Experience in a secondary school within the last two years

– Excellent subject knowledge

– Proven track record of raising attainment and keeping standards high

If you can demonstrate these qualities apply with your CV and full references ASAP.

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