We are seeking an inspirational Teacher of Religious Studies to join us from January 2016, for the remainder of the academic year. This is a fixed-term contract, working full-time at both our senior school sites. The successful candidate will be responsible to cover key stage 3 to sixth form, with specific teaching of Religious Studies at GCSE and Philosophy and Ethics at A-Level.

You’ll be committed to raising standards at all levels, delivering excellent lessons and enthusing pupils through your passion for the subject. The successful candidate will lead the organisation in the development of Philosophy and Ethics at A-Level.

Applicants for this role must be:

Suitably qualified with QTS obtained in the appropriate subject and age range
Experienced teaching Religious Studies at GCSE and Philosophy and Ethics to A-Level
Passionate in using your knowledge of current theory and practice in teaching and learning to provide highly effective curriculum delivery
An enthusiastic team player, willing to participate fully in the School’s extra-curricular programme and wider school life
Engaged with the School’s ethos, thinking creatively and reflectively within an open, honest and hardworking team

Above all you must want the very best for our pupils and be prepared to put their needs first. You recognise the importance of educating the whole child – including all learners – and achieving high standards, within a creative, broad and innovative curriculum.

In return we offer a positive working environment, with supportive colleagues and regular opportunities for professional development and training. The opportunity to support the coaching of major games in timetable also exists.

Interested?

To apply, please download an application form from our website. Please post completed forms to the following address:-

HR Department
Claires Court Schools Ltd, 1 College Avenue, MAIDENHEAD, SL6 6AW

Alternatively, completed forms may be emailed to recruitment@clairescourt.com  (no agencies, please).

Applications must be received by 12:00pm on Friday 20 November 2015. Please apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt; we reserve the right to interview/appoint before the closing date.

NB: CVs will not be accepted in place of an application form, but may be submitted as additional supporting documentation.

Claires Court is an equal opportunities employer.