Teacher of RE/PSHE

Salary: Teacher Main Pay Scale/Upper Pay Scale

Hours of work: Part Time 0.64 FTE however, full time hours would be considered for those who are able to teach a second subject.

We are looking to appoint a Teacher of RE/PSHE who shares our core values which are set out clearly in the attached documents. This is a role working within our superb Humanities Department. This post will be a wonderfully rewarding experience for the successful candidate as they will be joining a supportive team, part of our wider Meridian family of teachers.

The Opportunity

· Work closely with your subject team to contribute and adhere to the subject schemes of work

· Get to know your students quickly so that you can adapt teaching plans to meet the needs of your students

· Keep accurate records of assessments and homework in line with faculty expectations

· Liaise with the SENDV team and work collaboratively with teaching assistants

· To fully comply with all policies and procedures

· Play an active role in the maintenance of exceptional behaviour across the college

· Carry out duties in accordance with the duty rota

· Make sure that all deadlines for reporting are met

· Ensure that parental communication takes place in line with the college policies and is conducted with the utmost professionalism and courtesy

· Take an active role within our pastoral system as a vertical tutor

· Undertake other duties as reasonably required by the Principal

The ideal candidate

· Qualified Teacher Status and degree in specialist subject

· Experience of teaching at KS3 to KS4

· Evidence of securing high outcomes from students

· Ability to use IT to support effective teaching and learning

· Commitment to continuing professional development

· Effective form tutoring and committed to the importance of pastoral support

· Understand and be a proud advocate of the five values of all Meridian Trust schools

· Believe that students make the best progress when teaching is well planned and well delivered

Benefits of working for us include:

· A philosophy of 100% achievement and inclusion

· A commitment to extending the boundaries of learning enabling all young people to become well-rounded individuals

· A purposeful and caring learning environment, where every individual is known, valued and supported

· Well-motivated and engaged students and ambitious, dedicated and professional staff

· A commitment to leadership, innovation, staff progression - we are passionate about retaining good staff - and partnership working, as part of our family of schools

· An induction programme for all new staff

· Weekly training sessions and staff meetings to ensure effective communication

· Employee Assistance Programme to help support you in everyday life as well as career decisions

· Staff social activities, including staff fitness and wellbeing sessions

· Ample free on-site car parking in a city location

· As a member of the Meridian Trust, there is potential to be promoted and/or work across a number of schools in a close geographical area

· Eyecare vouchers

· Cycle to work scheme

· Reduced staff membership to the facilities at Academy Leisure, Sawtry

· Free tea and coffee-making facilities

· Generous sick pay and annual leave

In 2019 Ely College was rated as GOOD with OUTSTANDING leadership and management. This comes just three years after joining CMAT (now Meridian Trust) and is an accurate reflection of all the hard work and dedication that staff have put into transforming the college over the last three years.

Our vision is to ensure every student receives an inspiring education that will equip them with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed beyond the classroom. We have an unwavering focus on progress, which is underpinned by a strong partnership with parents and the community ensuring that our students are a credit to the College. Cambridge Meridian Academies Trust is a success story that continues to grow and part of their success is down to the ability to Recruit, Develop and Retain the very best staff.

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation that has risen to be one of the highest performing academy groups in the country. The Trust was formed in 2011 and is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. The Trust currently operates 28 schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire and has forged strong links within all these communities. We are committed to high quality professional development and career opportunities for all staff. To find out more about the Trust, please visit:

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.

Closing date for applications is: 9am, 17th May 2024

However, we reserve the right to close the advert and interview early if sufficient applications are received therefore, please do not delay your application if you are interested in the role.

Interviews to take place shortly after closing.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as social media checks.