Teacher of Psychology and Sociology

Essential Qualified Teacher Status Appropriate Degree or equivalent qualification. Detailed knowledge and understanding in the subject with an ability to teach to GCSE level. Ability to apply practical classroom context Ability to motivate and encourage children Effective classroom manager Ability to create effective relationships with a variety of different people Evidence of ability to teach across the whole of the 11-16 age range Evidence of use of strategies for raising achievement and achieving excellence Evidence of use of strategies for ensuring inclusion,diversityand access Ability toprioritise, plan,organiseand manage work life balance Ability to work as an effective team player, understanding the strengths and weakness of others to help team development Excellent time management and organisational skills Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills, both written and spoken Desirable Detailed knowledge and understanding in the subject with an ability to teach to A level. Excellent experience and knowledge of IT to support learning X Excellent use of a range of evidence, including performance data, to support, monitor, evaluate and improve aspects of school life. Experience of marking for examinations boards Ability to contribute to wider school administration and initiatives