Job description
CARR HILL HIGH SCHOOL
Royal Avenue , Kirkham , Preston , Lancashire , PR4 2ST
Tel: 01772 682008
School website: www.carrhillschool.com
Roll: 900
Here at Carr Hill High School, our ethos is based on being proud to belong and pursuing excellence. As an 11-16 school of just over 900 students, we are situated in the market town of Kirkham just 9 miles from the Fylde coast at Lytham. We have easy access to the M55 and from there great links to the M6, M65, M61 and M58. In our pursuit of excellence we have high expectations for all.
We are committed to ensuring that all our young people have access to a challenging, engaging, broad curriculum which is explicit in the way knowledge is taught and implicit in the experiences shared and the quality of relationships in school.
Our curriculum has been developed with the ambition that each and every student in the school will become:
- A committed, successful learner making excellent progress in a range of subjects
- An aspirational individual achieving the necessary qualifications, skills and qualities for their further education and employment
- A resilient, confident young person who is able to live a safe and healthy life
- A respectful, responsible citizen who makes a positive contribution to society If you think you could be part of our journey to excellence, please read on.
We are looking for:
- A teacher who can promote a love and passion for learning especially in RS
- A team player who will work with colleagues to provide the very best learning experiences for our students
- A teacher who will respond to the needs of all students whatever their ability or additional needs
- A teacher who is committed to their own professional development
- A teacher who is optimistic and positive and willing to develop
What we can offer you:
- The opportunity to join our team of very committed, supportive and professional staff
- Committed, enthusiastic and experienced RS colleagues
- A student body keen to pursue excellence and who are proud to belong
- Easy travel access either by car or public transport
- CPD opportunities
- School fitness room available to staff
The school is strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application. Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.
More Information can be found at www.carrhillschool.com
03/05/2023
For an informal discussion please contact:
Dan Churm, Head of Faculty on [email protected]