This school has Academy status and is part of The Gosforth Group; the employer will be the Multi Academy Trust.
North Gosforth Academy
Dudley Lane
Seaton Burn
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE13 6EJ
Fixed Term until 31/08/2026
ABOUT THE ACADEMY
We are a small secondary school that aims to deliver high-quality education in a safe, happy and caring environment. Community is at the heart of what we do. Each student is a valued member of the academy and we take pride in giving them opportunities that will allow them to thrive as an individual, both academically and holistically. Students receive a first-class education from our team of enthusiastic, dedicated teachers and our pastoral and support staff. We have high expectations of both ourselves and our students, and we strive to develop their talents and help them succeed. Part of Gosforth Group multi-academy trust, we have gone through a period of change and improvement and continue to strive to become a leading academy in North Tyneside. We offer a thriving and positive working environment and want to hear from people who are passionate about education and want to support us on our journey to becoming an outstanding academy.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Required from September 2025, we are seeking an inspirational, dynamic and industrious teacher to join our successful History department in an exciting phase of the Academy’s development. We are looking for someone who is passionate, proactive and energetic. The successful candidate will have superb subject knowledge and the skills necessary to teach History across key stage 3 and key stage 4, and to deliver outstanding outcomes. This is a fantastic opening for a teacher looking to progress in a highly skilled supportive environment.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
* An outstanding practitioner with a passion for History
* A commitment to fresh and exciting methods of delivering the curriculum
* The ability to work effectively within a supportive team environment
* A relentless drive to secure the best possible outcomes for students of all abilities and from all backgrounds
* Excellent communication and ICT skills
* An interest and commitment to the whole school community
This opportunity is ideal for candidates embarking on their first years of teaching as an ECT.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
* A competitive salary
* Benefits including; excellent pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking
* An opportunity to work with highly-skilled professionals
* Enthusiastic and motivated students
* An exciting and extensive commitment to professional development
* A school with its community at heart
* An exciting programme of staff well-being activities
* Wider career development opportunities to be involved across the Gosforth Group
If you would like to discuss this vacancy further, or you are unable to complete the online application form and require this in another format please contact us by email: hrnorthgosforth@gosforthgroup.org.uk or telephone: 0191 236 1700.
Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date.
Following the shortlisting process, where applicable, candidates who attend interview will be reimbursed reasonable expenses for travel and accommodation.
The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Safeguarding Information
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. This means certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide and you can view our Policy on the Employment of Ex-offenders here.
Gosforth Group are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. References will be requested prior to interview for those candidates shortlisted. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, along with other relevant pre-employment checks.
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