TeacherHistory
Humanities Teacher - History & Philosophy, Religion & Ethics
Watford Grammar School for Boys · Watford · Hertfordshire
Job description
The role
- Teaching at all levels within a dynamic, energetic department
- Planning and preparing lessons to reflect individual needs of students
- Regular assessment of students in line with departmental and school policies
- Fulfilment of tasks as set by the Head of Department
- Participation in meetings with colleagues, parents and students relating to the responsibilities listed above
- To discharge a duty of care to all students in the school.
- To be aware of, and operate within, all policies relating to student welfare and guidance, especially in the area of Child Protection.
The ideal candidate
- Honours degree in a relevant subject and Qualified Teacher Status
- Experience teaching A-Level is desirable
- Applications are equally welcome from experienced or newly-qualified teachers.
What we offer
- Dynamic, energetic department with students committed to studying PRE and History at GCSE and A Level.
- A supportive environment with access to professional development and training
- Examination results are good, and the subject is very popular and has a high status within the school
- Excellent facilities
- Opportunities to assist with school trips and undertake additional paid duties
- Competitive salary and employee benefits package.
- For a successful candidate with PGCE credits, we are able to support the completion of an MA.
- Accommodation at a very competitive rate may be available.
- Our admissions policy prioritises children of staff.
The school is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post-holders are subject to a satisfactory right to work and enhanced DBS Check with a barred list check.
About this school
Watford Grammar School for Boys
Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 11–18
- Pupils
- 1,610
- Avg teacher salary
- £49,535
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 16.6:1
- Academy trust
- WATFORD GRAMMAR SCHOOL FOR BOYS
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
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Location
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Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 7JF