About the role
The Sele School is seeking to appoint an outstanding educator of History to join a high achieving, successful and forward-looking team of staff. The post is 0.8wte but could be full time for the appropriate candidate.We wish to appoint an imaginative and enthusiastic teacher, who will be keen to work alongside a team determined to create an excellent learning experience for all of our students. You would inspire and motivate young people to learn about past events and ways of living and understand how these have shaped the present-day world.
As a History teacher you would help the students to understand the diverse nature of historical experiences, achievements and historical changes. You would help them to appreciate the history, heritage and culture of the United Kingdom and the wider world, and develop skills in evaluating sources of evidence.
We are keen that students have an opportunity to extend their interest and enthusiasm for History by taking part in a range of extracurricular activities such as clubs, visits and competitions. We would welcome any contribution you could make to these activities at The Sele School. The Teacher of History position would suit either a newly qualified teacher seeking a first appointment within a forward thinking school or a more experienced teacher wishing to develop their experience and curriculum management skills. Experience in the delivery of the GCSE curriculum to high ability students is essential.
The successful candidate will:
- have a track record of high impact teaching
- have excellent subject knowledge
- be inspiring, dynamic and passionate
- promote The Sele School’s ethos and values
What can we offer you?
- The opportunity to work with excellent students whose behaviour is exemplary
- The chance to work in a positive, welcoming and forward-thinking community where evidence-based methods are seamlessly integrated into teaching and learning
- A dedicated staff who are enthusiastic and who want the best for our students
- Coaching provision for all those new to the school within a comprehensive and fully developed induction programme
- Mentoring provision for all those new to middle or senior leadership
- A CPD package which is tailored to suit your stage of career development
- Cycle to work scheme which is part of the school’s sustainability strategy
Our ethos Non Ducor Duco: I am not led, I lead - is a lived experience in our community. We view education as a transformative process and if you feel you have the discipline and work ethic to teach at the highest level then The Sele School is the place for you.
The learning climate is impeccable and the culture of driving up standards is upheld by all who attend The Sele School. We offer our staff a comprehensive CPD programme with opportunities to visit our partner schools. If you wish to learn more about the school, please feel free to view the videos on our school website which can be
found on the “About Us – School Vision and Ethos” and “Maths” page.
If you wish to see the school in action, please contact the Head’s PA, Madeline Genovese, to arrange a visit to the school, at: hr@sele.herts.sch.uk .
Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor applicants from overseas.
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