Head of RE (with Ethics & Philosophy): TLR 2.2 (2b) £4,310 p.a.
Permanent, fulltime
1.THE VACANCY
From September 2015, we are seeking a well qualified and ambitious Head of RE (with Ethics & Philosophy) to join a dynamic and highly motivated Humanities Faculty in this Leading Edge School and lead this department.
The position is to work in one of our highest performing departments, constantly involved with innovative and creative methodology. The successful candidate will be expected to teach Ethics and Philosophy at Key Stages 3 and 4, including GCSE short course for all students in years 9 and 10. An ability/desire to teach AS/A2 Ethics and/or Philosophy is essential. The ability/desire to teach a small amount of Humanities (Geography and History) at KS3 would likewise be an advantage.
- THE FACULTY
The Humanities Faculty at Gordano includes Geography, History and Ethics at 11-16, with Politics and Philosophy/Ethics alsotaught at A-level. In Year 7, teachers may be given the opportunity to teach outside their specialist subject area within the Faculty, but from Year 8, students will be taught by subject specialists in all areas of the curriculum.
The GCSE short course in RE runs throughout Years 9 and 10, with all Year 10 students taking short and some opting for full course GCSE. Students are taught in mixed ability classes in in all years. Philosophy/Ethics is well established at A-level and is popular, with five A level classes next year. A-level students follow the OCR course in “Philosophy of Religion” and “Religious Ethics”.
3.ACCOMMODATION and RESOURCES
All classrooms have data projectors and DVD facilities. Within the Humanities Faculty there is also an ICT suite and 16 iPads which can be booked in advance.
There are a large number of textbooks within the department but these are used sparingly. Most lessons are active, engaging and highly visual. These are supported with excellent resources which aim to challenge and stretch all students. Due to the nature of the subject, these are constantly being updated.
- THE ROLE
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and be actively involved in continuing to develop Religious Education within the school, throughout the age and ability range. The successful candidate will be a tutor within our House based pastoral system.
5.THE HUMANITIES TEAM
Keith BerridgeHouse Learning Manager, Teacher of History
Juliet BrayTeacher of Ethics & Philosophy
Luke CappsTeacher of History
Dan EastwoodHead of Humanities and History
Chloe GibsonTeacher of Geography
Rebecca GriffithsTeacher of History
Sally HughesTeacher of History
Tom InmanDeputy Headteacher and Teacher of Geography
Amie McDonaldTeacher of Ethics & Philosophy
Michael OxenhamTeacher of Ethics & Philosophy
Ted PowellTeacher of History & Politics
Chris PughHead of Geography and Travel & Tourism
Adam SnowAssistant Headteacher, Teacher of Ethics and Philosophy
Mike ToogoodTeacher of Geography
Harri WilsonTeacher of Geography
6.CRITERIA FOR SELECTION
We are looking for a motivated and hard-working Headof Ethics and Philosophyto be an enthusiastic member of the Humanities Faculty. Interested candidates should display the following qualities:-
Excellent teaching skills
Commitment to high expectations and standards of work
Creativity in bringing ideas to the department and faculty
A confident teacher ofEthics and Philosophy
Excellent organisational and management skills
Ability to develop excellent relationships with pupils and staff
Desire to work within a faculty and closely with Humanities Leadership team.
An enthusiastic teacher who is flexible and can adopt the differing teaching styles required by the courses offered
Active participation in the design and development of new courses, including contributing to the writing of lesson plans and resources for new Schemes of Learning
Guide the department through the new national curriculum changes at KS4 and 5.
Sense of humour
An ability and willingness to teach a second subject as and when required.
Commitment to using ICT as a teaching tool
8.APPLICATIONS & CLOSING DATE
To apply for this role, you must be eligible to work in the UK as part of compliance under the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996. (Candidates are requested to bring to interview, evidence of their right to employment in the United Kingdom i.e. a current copy of a passport, driving licence, ID card or NI card will be required as part of the registration process – further information can be found at This role is also exempt under the Rehabilitation Of Offenders Act 1973.
Applications should be made to the Headteacher, Gary Lewis, by letter (maximum two sides of A4) accompanied by a fully completed application form (curriculum vitae is optional) with details of all educational qualifications, including grades obtained and explaining any gaps in employment.
Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 13th April 2015
Interviews: Monday 20th April 2015
Please ensure that the names and contact details (address, telephone or email) are enclosed of TWO referees to support your application. References will be used to support the selection process and therefore be obtained prior to interview.
For more information, please visit . Application information is
available from the school website or from Tara Phillis, HR Manager @ .
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young peopleand expects all staff to share this commitment.
Enhanced DBS & ISA checks are required for allsuccessful applicants.
HR Department, GordanoSchool, St Marys Road, PortisheadBS20 7QR
01275 842606
GordanoSchool is an equal opportunities employer and an IIP organisation.
If you have not heard from us by 23rd April, please accept our thanks for your application and assume that on this occasion you have not been successful.
March 2015