Teacher of Economics & Business

Canford is a successful co-educational boarding and day school with 650 pupils aged 13 - 18, of whom about a third are day pupils. It is set in over 250 acres of parkland just outside Wimborne and is a very enjoyable and dynamic place in which to work. All members of staff are encouraged to play a full part in the co-curricular activities of the school, whether in sport, theatre, music, or art. The pastoral side of the school is very strong, and all teaching staff are involved in tutoring either in the lower school or within the sixth form. An understanding of the boarding school system will be helpful but experience in the system is not required. Canford has its own generous salary scale and accommodation may be available.

All teachers should make a positive contribution to good practice in the school by generating enthusiasm for the work in their departments, building good relationships with colleagues, parents and pupils, and by encouraging and establishing high standards in the teaching and learning of a specific subject or group of subjects. In addition, they are asked to contribute fully to the wider educational offering including pastoral and co-curricular provision and to the development of the whole school community in accordance with the aims of the school. All staff are expected to promote the safeguarding, wellbeing and welfare of all pupils at all times.

The core teaching hours take place from 0800 to 1800 Monday to Saturday, with wider contribution required for pastoral and co-curricular activities during evenings and weekends. Workload will be determined by the SLT in discussion with the teacher. Duties are likely to vary from teacher to teacher, but will include the following:

• Prepare and deliver effective lessons according to schemes of work or as set out by the Head of Department/Line Manager.
• Set and mark work regularly for all pupils.
• Keep accurate records of pupils’ progress and achievements.
• Apply assessment framework as laid out by the Deputy Head Academic.
• Set and mark a share of the internal examinations within the Department.
• Set and mark coursework as required.
• Write internal and external assessments/reports as required.
• Attend and contribute to Departmental meetings.
• Show willingness to share ideas and contribute to Departmental Resources.
• Take a share of responsibility for activities organised by the Department (e.g. field trips, lectures, societies).
• Attend INSET meetings as required – demonstrate active engagement with CPD and an ability to share and apply this learning effectively.
• Attend Staff meetings as required.
• Adopt a professional approach to teaching modelling behaviour expected of pupils.

Canford offers a wide and varied co-curricular programme including Sport, Music, Drama, CCF, Outdoor Adventure and Community Service. Typically, a full-time teacher without additional responsibilities would contribute 4 afternoon sessions (Monday to Saturday) per week, throughout the academic year. This would be pro-rata for part-time staff. Activities will be allocated which best align with a teacher’s skills and interests, where possible. A requirement to support weekend and evening activities during term-time. An expectation to support School trips outside term-time. House duties will be required, allocated during evenings and weekends. Part-time teachers will be provided a pro-rata allocation. Staff attendance at assembly, chapel each week.

Other expectations include:

• All staff will be allocated tutees and will be required to meet the expectations of a Canford tutor, including tutor meetings in line with expectations set out by the School.
• An expectation to drive on School business, which may require you to complete a mini-bus driving assessment qualification (depending on ability/qualification).
• Timely completion of compliance training such as safeguarding, first aid and annual declarations to confirm an awareness and understanding of the School’s policies and procedures.
• Support marketing and admissions events such as Open Day, admissions assessment processes and other events involving feeder schools both on and off site where required.
• Support colleagues and engage with wellbeing initiatives both for pupils and staff.

No job description can fully encompass every aspect of this role and duties and responsibilities may vary from time to time.

TEACHER SELECTION CRITERIA

• An honours degree in a relevant subject.
• A track record of achievement and ambition.
• Excellent subject knowledge.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Expert classroom management skills and rapport with pupils.
• A considerable work rate and high degree of administration efficiency.
• Good/effective ICT skills.
• Love of working with young people.
• Enthusiasm to participate in the School community, supporting a wide range of activities.
• Strong, dynamic character.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with good pastoral instincts.
• Stamina, emotional intelligence and resilience.
• Willingness to work on professional development and to assist others to do so.
• Willingness to continue learning throughout your career.
• Proven aptitude for organisation and quick logical thought.
• Attitude, style and presence of a role model for pupils.
• A recognised teaching qualification such as a PGCE.
• Experience of classroom teaching.
• Understanding of the boarding school environment.
• Experience of working within a boarding school.
• Ability and experience working in co-curricular areas such as sport, music, drama etc.

Canford School is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in all areas of our Community and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Canford 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 successful job applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening.