TEACHER of RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Location

ST BEDE'S CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL, ORMSKIRK
St Anne's Road , Ormskirk , Lancashire , L39 4TA
Tel: 01695 570335
School website: www.sbchs.co.uk
Roll: 710

Information

The Governors are seeking to appoint an outstanding teacher who will:

Be an excellent classroom practitioner

Be ambitious to raise attainment and achieve positive outcomes for all students

Have a strong commitment to engaging students of all abilities

Be innovative and inspirational in their classroom delivery

Have a strong desire to contribute to the extra-curricular life of the school

This is an exciting time to join our school community. We have just been judged as "Good" in our recent Ofsted inspection, and "Outstanding" in the Section 48 inspection 2024. As a school family, each of us work hard to make St. Bede's an incredible place to work and, as a teacher in our family, you will be expected to maintain the high standards that have been established within the Religious Education department. As a classroom teacher, you should also be committed to securing positive outcomes for the pupils that you teach and have a desire to make positive difference to the lives of young people.

We are offering:

Professional challenge and support as a member of our school family

High quality CPD opportunities o Friendly, committed staff and students

A well-resourced faculty

Should you choose to apply, please ensure that the application form is completed fully, a CV is not required. Supporting statements should be no longer than 2 sides of A4 and should address how your teaching style and approach would further raise standards and secure positive outcomes for all pupils.

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.


More Information can be found at http://www.sbchs.co.uk/

Essential Qualifications

PGCE/QTS

Good academic achievement including a relevant honours degree

Desirable Qualifications

A postgraduate qualification e.g. a Master's degree

To be a practising Catholic

Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies (CCRS)

A first aid certificate

Essential Experience

Experience of teaching relevant subject at Key Stages 3 and 4 (includes trainee placements)

Conducting assessments, keeping records and producing reports on pupils

Implementing safeguarding procedures in schools

Desirable Experience

A successful track record with GCSE classes

Experience of working in a Catholic secondary school (trainee placements appropriate), organising and participating in extra curricular activities

Experience of planning, organising and taking part in trips/visits that link to the Religious Education curriculum at Key Stages 3 and 4

Proposed Interview Date:

01/05/2025 

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

www.sbchs.co.uk. Application Forms to be returned to recruitment@sbchs.co.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.