Teacher of PSHE

We are keen to appoint a highly motivated and inspirational Teacher of PSHE who is, or has the capacity to become, an excellent teacher. We are looking for someone who is passionate about inspiring students through their own love of PSHE. Therefore, we welcome applications from ECTs as well as more experienced teachers looking to join a thriving and collaborative department in a highly successful school. This temporary post is offered on a part-time or full-time basis.

Alderbrook is acknowledged, both locally and nationally, as a high-performing school. Surprisingly however, we pride ourselves in being about so much more than outstanding results. We are a community in every sense of the word. We are looking for a colleague who:

• is passionate about their subject

• is committed to developing independent, confident learners

• is committed to inclusive education

• can sustain high quality teaching and learning

• demonstrates energy, creativity and commitment

• is willing to actively contribute to all aspects of school life, including our rich and diverse extra-curricular and enrichment programme

We are proud to offer:

• interesting, engaging, enthusiastic students who want to learn

• a supportive and inclusive staff and governing body

• a hugely successful, ambitious school – determined to build on the standards we currently achieve

• consistently high GCSE and A Level results

• a proven track record in – and full commitment to – the professional development of colleagues

• a happy working environment where staff wellbeing is prioritised

• private medical health plan for staff (and their children who are in full-time education up to the age of 24)

• a laptop to members of teaching staff * a well-resourced school with extensive grounds

• a long established record of low staff turnover.

• Competitive salaries including, for those at the top of their scale, the opportunity to receive a non-consolidated lump sum;

• A range of flexible working options;

• Annual leave starting at 25 days and rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service in addition to public holidays with an opportunity to purchase up to 10 additional days’ holiday per year;

• A generous flexitime scheme (available for most roles);

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme;

• A wide range of learning and development opportunities;

• A range of family friendly policies;

• Employee benefits including subsidised travel passes, Cycle 2 Work Scheme, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and staff discounts.

Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees – a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.

As users of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who demonstrate they meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.

Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

For roles eligible for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check this will be indicated in the advert and supporting recruitment documents. Where the post involves working with children, other vulnerable groups or in a position of trust it is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further guidance is available at https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/945449/rehabilitation-of-offenders-guidance.pdf

Please note, where sufficient numbers of applications are received, we reserve the right to close a vacancy before the advertised closing date. We therefore advise that you submit your application as soon as possible.

What does that tell you? As part of your application, please share the reasons why your application should be considered and why you wish to work with the students here at Alderbrook. Prospective candidates are welcome to visit the school or arrange a telephone call with us to have an informal chat. Please contact Mrs Anna Whittington on the email address below if you would like to book a visit or a call. Applications are also available from the school website or from Mrs Anna Whittington at the school by email. E-mail: vacancy@alderbrook.solihull.sch.uk Closing date: Thursday 12th December, 9am We can’t wait to hear from you!, http://www.solihull.gov.uk/

Telephone

0121 704 6000

Location

Council House

Manor Square

Solihull

West Midlands

B91 3QB

United Kingdom