Teacher of Humanities

Teacher of Humanities Salary: MPS/UPS Hours: Core school hours We are looking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic Teacher of Humanities to join our fantastic Humanities department at Sawtry Village Academy. The ideal candidate will be ablet to demonstrate excellent subject knowledge, have a genuine enthusiasm to inspire a love of learning in our students. The successful candidate will join a stable, well-resourced and very successful department. The post would suit an experienced practitioner who is confident to teach up to Key Stage 5. The Opportunity To work collaboratively within a vibrant department. To teach challenging and enjoyable lessons across all key stages. Confidently share new ideas, during staff meetings. Set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities, and dispositions. Be aware of pupils’ capabilities and their prior knowledge, and plan teaching to build on these. Encourage pupils to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study. The ideal candidate Has Qualified Teacher Status and a good educational background including a good Honours Degree or equivalent. Has experience of teaching and course management for BTEC/AAQ. Can evidence both curricular and pastoral responsibilities. Understands and is committed to teaching standards. Has high personal standards in terms of attendance, punctuality and organising workload. Is an excellent communicator with great interpersonal skills. Has a positive, enthusiastic, and professional approach towards work. Has a willingness to undergo further training and development. About Sawtry Village Academy Sawtry Village Academy prides itself on the success and growth of young people that attend the school in the heart of the community. The school values are embedded in the everyday life at Sawtry Village Academy, where all staff promote and live by striving, valuing and adventuring to deliver high quality education to become an even better school. Sawtry is a fast-growing village with excellent transport links to the North and South via the A1/A14. About Meridian Trust Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire. Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to - Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources Cycle to work scheme