Blog
Teaching Vacancy - Head of Economics at Bedford Modern School
10th November 2014
Here is another terrific opportunity, this time at our good friends at Bedford Modern School. All the details below.
Job Title: Head of Economics
School / College Name: Bedford Modern School
School / College Location: Bedford
Salary Level: competitive - higher than national average
Description of the Job
To lead and manage the development of Economics within the Senior School.
To deliver the teaching of Economics and Business Studies from Y12 to Y13.
To carry out the role of form tutor.
To be involved in co-curricular activities.
Essential & Desirable Experience and Qualifications
Essential
An undergraduate degree (2:2 or above) in Economics or related field.
Qualified Teacher Status.
The teaching of Economics and Business Studies to A Level.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Good listening and conflict resolution skills.
High levels of leadership ability.
Vision and the ability to plan strategically.
Ability to work collaboratively.
Administrative, organisational and ICT skills.
The ability to work under pressure, prioritise and meet deadlines.
A positive attitude towards children and young people.
The ability to motivate children to be the best that they can be.
Knowledge of child safeguarding principles.
Subject knowledge sufficient to stretch and challenge able Year 13 students.
Working knowledge of the current assessment demands of exam boards.
Use of ICT in teaching and learning.
A positive attitude towards children and young people including the ability to demonstrate and promote positive values, attitudes and behaviour.
Ability to adapt to changing situations and to manage time effectively.
Dedicated, conscientious and hard working with an excellent health and attendance record over the last two years.
High professional standards.
The desire to undertake continuous professional development.
Resilience and a sense of humour.
Positive, enthusiastic, energetic, flexible with a ‘can do’ attitude.
Approachable, open and honest.
Desirable
Additional undergraduate subject qualifications.
Post-graduate qualifications.
External examination marking.
Appraisal of teaching staff.
Trained ISI/ OfSTED Inspector.
Awareness of HR policies and procedures.
Current knowledge of the English public examination system for candidates at GCE A level.
Knowledge of Child Protection.
Closing Date for Applications:Tuesday 25 November 2014
Interview Dates: 2 December 2014
Contact Name for Applications: Cora Hislop
Email Address for Applications hr@bedmod.co.uk
Telephone Number for Further Information: 01234 332656
Address for Postal Applications: Bedford Modern School Manton Lane, Bedford, Beds MK41 7NT, United Kingdom
School / College Web Site http://www.bedmod.co.uk