Girls' Day School Trust
Job title:
Head of Politics
Company
Girls’ Day School Trust
Job description
Part-Time
Required from September 2024
The Politics Department at Sydenham High is a dynamic and inspirational department, comprising the Head of Department and a part-time member of staff. In a selective school, it is a pleasure to stimulate and inspire the students¿ bright and alert minds, and Politics is a popular subject with good numbers at A Level. We encourage our students to think for themselves and develop their own views, and to be actively engaged citizens in their surroundings. The Department therefore employs a variety of teaching methods in order to meet the aim of encouraging every girl to find success, enjoyment and satisfaction in their studies. There is a dedicated teaching room for Politics, based in the Sixth Form Centre.
The department currently follows the Edexcel syllabus, which includes a study of UK Politics, UK Government, Political Ideas and US Politics, seeing students securing strong grades at A Level. Students have access to digital platforms to support their learning, alongside devices in their lessons.
Students attend conferences and lectures, such as the prestigious Congress to Campus conference at the British Library, visits to Parliament and the Supreme Court are undertaken each year, often alongside other GDST schools, and many go on to study politics related subjects at university level. The department, often in conjunction with the History department, offers overseas trips, including a visit to Washington DC. The department co-runs a number of clubs and societies, including Think Tank for GCSE and A Level students, and Hot Topics for Key Stage Three students. They also support the running of Debating and Model United Nations. We encourage our pupils to be politically minded and motivated, and the department supports this via the Young Mayor of Lewisham process, through delivering subject specific assemblies, holding hustings at election times and inviting local politicians to speak at school. We are keen to develop a further understanding of politics from years 7-11, and feeding into the PSHE curriculum for these year groups will be a vital role of the department lead. Laptops are provided and used by all members of the Department.
Ideally the candidate will show considerable initiative and be prepared to innovate both in the classroom and in the field. Staff are expected to be digitally literate and are encouraged to develop their personal digital skills.
This is a part-time role; exact allocation to be discussed at interview. We would consider candidates with a second subject area for a full-time role.
Why Sydenham High School
Sydenham High School, established in 1887, is an independent day school for girls from 4-18 with over 750 pupils. The school is part of The Girls¿ Day School Trust (GDST), the largest independent school group in the UK. It is at the forefront of education for girls and a strong voice in promoting opportunities for young women.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and a strong professional development programme. These benefits include:
Competitive salaries and pay progression
Access to extensive professional development opportunities
Training grants for qualifications
Generous pension schemes
Free life assurance benefit
Free school lunches
Financial guidance and support
Retail and lifestyle discounts
A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
For more details please contact [email protected] or the School Office on 0208 557 7000.
Applications should be received by 9am on Wednesday 14 February 2024. We reserve the right to interview at any point during the recruitment process so early applications are encouraged.
References for shortlisted candidates will be taken before interview.
The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included
GDST are committed to the safeguarding of and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches, and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Vacancy ID : 033147 Closing Date : 14-Feb-2024
Contact Person : Oyin Fashoro Contact Email :
Contact Number : 02085577000
Expected salary
Location
Sydenham, South East London
Job date
Sun, 28 Jan 2024 05:16:43 GMT
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