Teacher of Social Sciences
Richard Huish College
Somerset
- £12,200 - £18,853 per year
- New
- Quick apply
- Job type:
- Part Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- 6.1.25
- Apply by:
- 5 December 2024
Job overview
Richard Huish College has a strong reputation regionally in its offer of a wide range of A level and vocational courses in Taunton and the surrounding areas in Somerset.
Due to significant growth in student numbers in Criminology we are currently seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated teacher with the expertise to teach WJEC Criminology (introduced in Sept 2022) to support the current teaching within our successful and growing department. You will have the skills and abilities to provide an outstanding student experience through teaching, learning and assessment, enabling students to maximise their potential. We are looking for an innovative and committed classroom practitioner who would work collaboratively with the team, the post holder will play a key role in inspiring students to engage with the subject material and to participate actively in lessons. As a committed and dedicated teacher, the post holder will contribute to all aspects of the curriculum, ensuring students benefit from a high-quality learning experience.
Richard Huish is a welcoming, supportive and exciting place to work, which promotes a culture of respect and high aspirations for both staff and students.
· Hours: 0.4 FTE core teaching days/hours will be Mon 9.00-12.45 Weds 11.10-15.30 Thurs 11.10-15.05 with allocated planning & marking time
· Contract: Part time, fixed term
· Salary: Sixth Form Colleges Teachers pay scale £30,500-£47,133 (FTE) Actual salary £12,200-£18,853 Depending on experience
· Start Date: 6th January-11th April 2025
· Closing date: 9.00am 5th December 2024
· Interview date: Friday 13th December 2024
To apply for this position, please complete the online application form and use the supporting statement box to explain how your values, knowledge, experience, skills and abilities meet the requirements of the Job Description.
Please provide a full employment history since leaving education and explain any gaps in your employment history and include dates. CVs and incomplete application forms will not be accepted.
Please read the application guidance notes and the Principals letter to applicants.
Richard Huish College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
These posts require a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure.
We actively promote equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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About Richard Huish College
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Richard Huish College is a Sixth Form College situated in Taunton, the County town of Somerset. Huish prides itself on its academic excellence and strong reputation across Somerset and the Southwest, it is more than a Sixth Form College, it is a place where students can expand their horizons and develop their futures. Huish is also one of the best Sixth Form Colleges in the country, with strong outcomes and a long history of ‘adding value’ to students.
Huish has over 2,500 students studying A Levels, Level 2 and 3 vocational courses, Apprenticeships and professional qualifications (up to Level 7). Huish is proud to have established and be part of the Richard Huish Education Group, working collaboratively with a local 11-16 academy and five primary schools. All students are supported by a strong ethos of personal attention and support, helping students to achieve the best results they are capable of.
The College is based on a beautiful, green campus which it is continually developing to improve the learning environment of students. Recent building projects include a sports hall, Visual Arts Centre and state of the art Music Centre.
Huge value is placed at Huish on the professional development of our staff. The College has a stimulating and supportive learning culture at its heart, with a growing tradition of practitioner research and collaboration with other local, regional and national education and business communities. We believe that it is only by supporting each other and working together that we achieve the best for our students. As a college and a Trust, we are committed to supporting the Education Staff Charter and putting wellbeing at the centre of everything we do.
Emma Fielding
Principal
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