We are recruiting for Beauchamp City Sixth Form to build a team of founding professionals to be part of continuing the growth of our outstanding (Ofsted) Sixth Form which opened in August 2020. We are looking for an outstanding subject specialist with a commitment to academic and holistic development to launch our exceptional provision to students based in Leicester and Leicestershire. Like us, you will be driven to provide our students with an excellent traditional academic education that gives them access to the most prestigious universities and higher/degree level apprenticeships.
OUR SCHOOL
Beauchamp City Sixth Form is a brand new Sixth Form based in Leicester City Centre, providing a high quality traditional academic A Level curriculum to 1100 students.
As part of The Lionheart Educational Trust we are committed to ensuring that any young person from any background has an equal chance to be successful in whatever they choose to do.
We will provide expert support from our team of form tutors and students will have access to an extensive extra-curricular offer.
Beauchamp City Sixth Form is less than a five minute walk from Leicester Train Station and so is ideally situated with excellent links to public transport.
TEACHING AT BEAUCHAMP CITY SIXTH FORM
Beauchamp City Sixth Form delivers an inspiring and challenging curriculum centred on the traditional academic core A Levels. As a team of academic professionals, we place high importance on the use of research in developing practice. We are a community immersed in subject specialism, committed to investing in the development of subject knowledge and pedagogy.
We provide students with expert pastoral care and nurturing whilst preparing them to thrive in their chosen path to success. There will be a focus on developing individuals academically and holistically so that they are prepared to continue their academic progress at one of the most prestigious universities, or through a higher level or degree apprenticeship.
As part of this journey we make use of partnerships with local businesses, local and national universities, and apprenticeship providers so that our students can experience meaningful work related learning.
We are keen to engage all students in a broad extra-curricular offer and are interested to hear how you might contribute to this.
Job Purpose:
* To contribute to the teaching and learning of the subject within the College in accordance with the aims of the College and in pursuit of high standards of student achievement.
* To assist in the managing and developing of a given tutor group.
* To contribute to an appropriate environment for student learning.
* To ensure high levels of engagement with staff, students, parents and the wider learning communities.
Main duties and responsibilities
The duties outlined in this job description are in addition to those covered by the latest School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document.
Teaching and learning - The provision of high-quality teaching and learning across a range of programmes and the delivery of associated assessment, administration and support for learning. Teaching contact time to be confirmed.
Overview/Objectives:
* To ensure effective student learning in all classes taught.
* To assist in the raising of standards of student achievement in the subject.
* To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate.
* To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a teacher.
* To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential.
* To interact on a professional level with colleagues in order to promote a mutual understanding of the college curriculum with the aim of improving teaching and learning across the college.
We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close applications early if we receive a high volume of applicants.
Interview dates: W/C 12th May
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, therefore, all posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and online search.
THE OPPORTUNITY
For the role of Teacher of Economics, the Principal is looking for a passionate and experienced subject specialist teacher who is ready for the next step in their career. The ideal teacher will be able to demonstrate innovative classroom practice and have the potential to lead and inspire those around them.
This position will build the foundations of a highly motivated and passionate group of staff whose aim will be to push boundaries within the classroom in order to provide limitless opportunities for our students and the community.
Experience of teaching A Level is essential.
The advertised post is part time (0.3-0.5), though alternative arrangements may be considered. This opportunity is for the autumn term of the academic year 2025-26.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit a covering letter, no more than 2 sides of A4 detailing why your experience which will help in successfully undertaking the role and a description of your approach to the teaching of Economics. Please also complete the attached application form.
All contact details and instructions can be found in the 'Apply Now' section.
Please see recruitment pack attached for full job description and person specification.
Beauchamp City Sixth Form is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
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