At Redden Court School we prioritise the development of outstanding teaching and learning alongside wellbeing.  All members of the school community are cared for, valued and listened to, we support and challenge our students to aspire to be the very best that they can be; enabling them to be responsible, capable and ambitious citizens. We have the highest expectations of our students and staff.

We invest in our staff to help them to become the best possible teachers they can be. There are excellent opportunities for people who work hard. Effort is often recognised in career development. Many who came to us as NQTs now have substantial leadership roles. Our CPD programme and collegiate approach are highly effective. 

We are looking for a passionate and inspirational teacher who wants an opportunity to make a difference to our dynamic and successful Humanities Faculty.  Students at Redden Court School are positive, polite and have huge potential. Humanity subjects are very popular options at Key Stage 4.  The successful candidate will demonstrate passion as well as a commitment to improving student outcomes across both Key Stage 3 and 4. 

If you are an inspiring, enthusiastic Teacher of Humanities who recognises that the best practitioners always want to improve and would like to work alongside a forward thinking and supportive team then we would like to talk to you.  Our Humanities Faculty comprises of Geography, History, Sociology, Citizenship and PSHE. The ideal candidate would be willing to run extra curricular clubs, trips and enhancements. 

We will gladly accept applications from ECTs, recently qualified and experienced teachers. The ability to demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and to consistently teach inspirational lessons within this highly committed faculty is essential.

Child places at Redden Court School are available for staff who are employed at the school (please ask for more details).

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment.  We require the successful candidate to undertake an enhanced criminal records check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Staff

We have 72 teachers, who are supported by 60 professional and competent Student Development Assistants and support staff.  We work as a unified team to support and enhance the learning experiences of our students.  

Wellbeing

Redden Court values its staff's well being.  We endeavour to offer a holistic approach to ensure all our stakeholders are supported in their emotional, physical and mental health. 

We offer the following staff benefits:

• Child places at Redden Court School are available for staff who are employed at the school (subject to conditions).

• Career Development (apprenticeships, support towards achieving further qualifications, leadership programmes, progression opportunities, teacher training, shadow opportunities and a vast CPD programme of relevant courses)

• Pension

• Two week October half term

• All teaching staff are allocated a Chromebook

• Multi Gym available for staff use

• Staff supervision sessions with a trained professional

• Cycle-to-work scheme

• Regular staff social and get-together events

• A regular staff survey consults staff and takes actions based on the results.

Edtech

Redden Court School has been recognised as a specialist of computing technology for over a decade, and has always invested in modern technology to enhance the curriculum. 

The Department for Education selected Redden Court School in 2020 as one of its Edtech Demonstrator schools to support 100s of other schools in the country with their use of technology in education. This was initially to help schools to respond to the pandemic but the project has continued to expand. In 2017 Google selected us to become one of the only Google Reference Schools in the UK as a result of our success over the years, giving us early, exclusive access to upcoming tools and the opportunity to attend and showcase at events. We have also gained international recognition welcoming many visitors from abroad to support them with their own development.

At Redden Court School we are dedicated to building and embracing a diverse, inclusive and equitable school environment.  This ensures that everyone is welcome, included and given the opportunity to take part.  We recognise and celebrate the range of diverse qualities that we all bring. We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender, gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation.