Vacancy

Psychology Teacher

Salary information: Inner London (competitive based on skills and experience)
Start date: January 2024
Location: Stratford, London - Newham
Contract type: Part-time 0.4 - 0.6, permanent, subject to an enhanced DBS check

Early application is encouraged as we are hoping to interview and appoint as soon as possible.  School 21 reserves the right to close applications early and make an appointment at any stage.

We are looking for an excellent A Level psychology teacher who is passionate about their subject and who is keen to develop their practice in a dynamic and innovative teaching environment. Ideally, you will be an experienced teacher who has a passion for developing the best pedagogy for that age range and a track record of supporting students to achieve strong exam outcomes.  An interest and ability to teach Sociology A Level is an advantage. 

School 21 is an all-through school serving students from reception to year 13. We are an innovative school with a mission to empower young people to meet the demands of life in the 21st century. 

The successful candidate will be:

  • an excellent teacher and subject specialist 
  • confident in preparing students for external examination and with a track record of securing strong outcomes for students in external exams 
  • an organized and committed individual 

WE OFFER:

  • Exceptional CPD 
  • The chance to network with outstanding practitioners and learn from the best
  • Collaborative working across the 4 to 18 school
  • A strong feedback culture so that teachers can develop in areas of their practice that are important to them

For more information please see the candidate information pack, or visit www.school21.org.uk or e-mail Sakshi Saxena at [email protected].

School 21 is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

 

How to apply

Please complete an online application form. 

Closing date

November 24, 2023

Our

People

Offer

We value a culture which supports and develops all our people, where people come, stay and flourish.

The qualities we look for in our staff are reflected in our values and we look for people who are passionate about our mission and are keen to collaborate to ensure the best possible outcome for our students, families and communities.

We look to create an enabling, engaging, psychologically safe and collaborative culture and look to recruit staff of all levels and backgrounds.

Wellbeing

Staff wellbeing is at the heart of our values

We are proud to offer family friendly policies including flexible working, shared parental and adoption leave plus a maternity return to work programme

We are passionate about supporting our staff through our Menopause policy

We offer 26 days annual leave for our full time staff which rises to 28 days after 3 years of service and 31 days after 5 years’ service

Free 24/7 counselling, legal and information line

Online Healthy living and financial support portal

Lifestyle discounts to High Street shops, restaurants etc

Free online monthly Yoga classes

Free Flu vaccinations (if you are not eligible via the NHS)

Development

We believe passionately about high quality CPD

Access to Big Education leadership courses Big 8 and Big Leadership Adventure

Access to our CPD hub for online courses

We support external study routes linked to your role

All staff annual Inset day

We are proud to be a London living wage employer

Health & Financial Wellbeing

Reducing financial stress

You’re entitled to the scheme from day one, helping you plan for the future

  • Big Education contributes to your pension
  • Tax efficient savings
  • Protection for your family
  • Flexible retirement

Electric car scheme, to help reduce our carbon footprint

Cycle to work scheme

Interest free travel season ticket loan

My Gym and My Active discount schemes

Technology IT scheme

Free mindfulness Headspace app

Free Will writing

Staff Discounts

Values in action

Passionate about our commitment to Climate & Sustainability

We encourage both pupils and staff to think about the environment and how their actions will impact upon their local surroundings, as well as the global environment.

Workplace Diversity and Inclusion

We create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.

We are committed to supporting our staff and applicants to be their authentic selves in the workplace without judgement and ensuring that diverse communities are celebrated.

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