Second in Department: Social Sciences

We have a TLR opportunity to join our amazing social sciences team which consistently sees excellent results from our Post 16 students. There may be an opportunity to take on the overall departmental leadership role on a temporary basis. For an exceptional candidate there is also a possibility of a recruitment and retention payment.

Penistone Grammar School is recruiting for a Second in Department for Social Sciences who has the enthusiasm and drive to join this high performing department and contribute to its ongoing success.

Contract: Full Time

Salary Range: MPS/UPS with TLR2 £3213 per annum

Start Date: September 2024

About the role: You will be a teacher or leader of Social Sciences who has the determination and enthusiasm to make a difference in the life of each and every student you work with. You will share our vision and will have the ability to inspire our young people to achieve more than they believe is possible. You will either have TLR experience or be excited at the prospect of taking on a TLR responsibility as Second in Department.

You should have previous experience of teaching with a proven track record at KS5 with the ability and willingness to teach Psychology (KS5), Sociology (KS4 and KS5) and Criminology (KS5).

About our school: Our school culture is built around our 5 Core Values: Aim High, Be Brave, Be Determined, Be Proud and Be Supportive. We are also extremely proud of our Values Driven approach. We are a vibrant, oversubscribed 11 to 18 comprehensive school with excellent GCSE results across all subjects and are recognised as one of the highest performing schools in the region in terms of Key Stage 4 outcomes. Our A level results and destinations are equally impressive, with the school placed in the top 10% in the country for the last 3 years of validated outcomes, and over 98% of students gaining entrance to their preferred choice of university in 2023.
We are committed to professional development for all staff, regardless of role. We have an innovative staff development programme, which truly empowers colleagues to take control of their own professional development through a supportive peer-coaching model. Regardless of what point you are at in your career and whatever your aspirations may be, Penistone Grammar School can support you to achieve them.
As a school, we pride ourselves on innovative practice, consistently high standards of teaching and learning, and a commitment to the success of all students, both academically and pastorally. If you share our vision, we want you to be part of our team.

Who can I speak to for more information? For an application form and pack please contact our Recruitment Partner, Julia Peat at Hays Education on or Further information can be found on jobs/penistone-grammar-school or https://penistone-gs.uk/current-vacancies

The closing date for receipt of completed application forms is Monday 15 April 2024 at 10.00am.

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