Lead Learner of Religious Education - Blue Coat School
What is the job role?
About the role
We are seeking to appoint an exceptional qualified classroom practitioner to model outstanding teaching and learning and contribute to the development of this across the school.
The role will include developing the role of Instructional Coach and co-coaching activities, advising on classroom organisation and teaching practice, contribute to meetings both at middle leader’s level and as part of the whole school teaching and learning group, support the Head of Department in the development of an effective curriculum and develop high quality CPD.
The successful candidate will be have a proven track record in delivering high quality lessons with outstanding student outcomes, excellent subject knowledge and the ability to support colleagues to a high standard.
You will be passionate about the role of teaching Religious Education and you must be able to teach across all key stages.
The RE Department provides the opportunity to work within a well-qualified and experienced team to make a real difference to the learning of our young people.
About us
Blue Coat Church of England School & Music College is a successful and oversubscribed large secondary school in the heart of the city of Coventry with a vision ‘Living life in all its fullness’. As a Church of England school, our intake draws from both the local area and across the city and surrounding areas. We are a member of Inspire Education Trust, a Coventry based multi-academy trust which sets out to provide an environment where both staff and students can thrive, and putting children at the heart of everything we do.
Why work for us?
A career at Blue Coat offers a rewarding future, with the opportunity to make a real impact on the lives and outcomes of our young people. We understand the importance of providing a supportive and nurturing workplace for our staff. Our ethos is that a happy staff will deliver the best possible experience to our students. As such, we offer a portfolio of benefits designed to enhance and support the working lives of our staff. These include, but are not limited to:
- A highly supportive and committed Senior Leadership Team
- An effective continuing professional development (CPD) programme, including personalised training sessions and opportunities for both internal and external training
- Employee Assistance Programme which offers 24/7 confidential advice and support on a range of matters and access to accredited counsellors
- A focus on staff well-being and mental health including free counselling for staff, a full time chaplain, a Trust wellbeing group, strong relationships with Unions and a supportive working environment
- Opportunity to join a committed and forward thinking team of staff
- Employee Benefits programme providing staff access to a range of discounts and shopping vouchers.
How to apply
All applications must be received electronically via our TES page: https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/blue-coat-school-and-music-college-1000375
If you experience any problems with the online application process please contact TES directly: recruitment@tes.com
If you have any queries about the post, please email recruitment@bluecoatschool.com
Closing date: 9am Thursday 15 April 2021
Interview date: Tuesday 20 April 2021
Required: September 2021
Information for candidates
We aim to recruit the very best staff and welcome those from all backgrounds, communities and faiths (including non-faith individuals). We particularly welcome applications from those which are underrepresented in our workforce. This includes, but is not limited to, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates and male candidates.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any offer of employment to this post will be subject to vetting checks including an enhanced criminal records check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Coventry City Council