The History department works closely with the Humanities Team, which is made up of nine members of staff in total. We are looking for a passionate Historian who can enthuse our students and impart powerful subject knowledge to ensure they not only make outstanding progress but have a greater understanding of world History. The role involves teaching some Religious studies.
This post provides exciting opportunities for either an experienced teacher or an ECT. The Department benefits from a weekly timetabled collaborative planning period to discuss the curriculum, address misconceptions and share best practice.
The person appointed will be well supported through our teaching and learning coach, a well-established professional studies programme and through a comprehensive induction process. The school offers bespoke CPD opportunities ranging from National Professional Qualifications to supporting MA programmes
Our recent OFSTED inspection in May 2024 made the following comments about teaching and relationships at school.:
• Pupils are highly positive about their school. Staff are highly ambitious for all pupils, and pupils recognise and value this.
• Pupils’ behaviour is good. Lessons are calm and purposeful. Pupils’ attitudes to learning are positive.
• The curriculum is ambitious for all pupils and provides a strong foundation for their future learning. In most subjects, staff clearly set out what pupils need to know, and the order in which they need to learn it.
• Teachers have detailed subject expertise.
Our school vision is to ensure every student realises their potential, through every member of our community having high aspirations for success, both within and beyond the classroom. You will be joining a highly skilled staff, who are supportive, show determination and resolve.
Why should you work at The Beaconsfield School?
• Highly supportive staff body, including a staff committee responsible for representing staff wellbeing
• Bespoke professional opportunities including support to undertake Masters and NPQ programmes
• Significant investment in a newly refurbished staff room and staff workroom
• Dedicated time within the school day for co-planning
• Free tea and coffee for all staff, we believe in providing the best possible working environment for staff and small gestures make a big difference
The Beaconsfield School has good road links to London, Reading, Maidenhead and Oxford – situated just 5 minutes from the M40 and a 10-minute walk from Beaconsfield Train Station.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service Checks.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the school and ask to speak to Caroline Legg, Headteacher.
For further information about the school please visit our website The Beaconsfield School - Home
We reserve the right to close the application deadline earlier if necessary.
Vanessa Gardner
01494673450
hr@beaconsfield.school