What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic teacher of Government and Politics who is passionate about inspiring students to engage with current affairs and understand the political landscape. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the subject and a desire to encourage students to think critically about the world around them. The ability to teach another subject would be an advantage, enabling you to contribute to our broad curriculum. Whether you're an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT), we will offer full support for your professional growth.
The successful candidate will be required to teach a second subject to a minimum of KS3 which will be discussed as part of the interview process. The successful candidate will also need to be able to establish and implement this subject at KS4 and KS5 as part of a growing offer not yet delivered at Leigh Academy Rainham, with the support of the Trust .
What the school offers its staff
• Competitive salary.
• Career progression within Leigh Academies Trust.
• Access to a vibrant co-curricular programme that enhances school life.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our commitment to safeguarding: Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust, consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Including online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.