Philosophy Teacher

Salary: MPR + wellbeing cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours: Full Time, Permanent

Start Date: January 2025

It all adds up to an inspired career move.

We're seeking a talented practitioner to join our dedicated team at The Rawlett School. We warmly welcome applications from Early Careers Teachers or more experienced colleagues.

About the role:

You will be an outstanding Teacher of Philosophy with high expectations, strong classroom management skills, good subject knowledge and a passion for Philosophy. You should have a vibrant personality and be prepared to continually develop your skills to ensure enjoyment and rigour in the classroom. We have a strong team ethos within our fantastic Humanities department and are looking for a like-minded person to join us. Whether you're in your first year of teaching or your fifth, you will be warmly welcomed and supported here.

About our school:

The Rawlett School has a strong local reputation based on a history of success. We create confident, accomplished students who know themselves. We marry academic success with a broad curriculum to encourage determination and enthusiasm in our students.

Our school is a special place; we are proud of our achievements and visitors comment on the positive, calm and respectful atmosphere present within the academy. Our staff body is at the heart of our success and we aim to retain and grow talented teachers and leaders within our midst. We have fantastic connections within our trust network so that we can support staff to develop their careers.

When you join our team, we offer you the opportunity to:

• Join a supportive local and national network: connect with other professional across Lift Schools
• Focus on excellence: We're committed to providing an exceptional education for every student.
• Nurture creativity and innovation: Inspire students to think critically and solve problems.
• A supportive learning environment: Foster a culture of curiosity, exploration, and practical skills.

The role is due to commence in January 2025. This is a permanent position. Early applications are strongly encouraged as we will be reviewing and interviewing as suitable candidates apply.

Closing date: 22 November 2024

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.