JOB VACANCIES
GENERAL INFORMATION
Number on roll: 2040 including a Sixth Form of around 750.
Are you looking for an opportunity to work in a successful, over-subscribed and expanding school?
Thomas Tallis is a flourishing and popular school situated in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. In 2011 we moved to a new £52 million building with state of the art facilities and infrastructure. We have 2000 pupils on the school roll including over 800 students currently in our highly competitive sixth form.
Our ultimate goal at Thomas Tallis is to provide young people with an ‘education to understand the world, and change it for the better’. We strive for excellence in all that we do underpinned by our core values of creativity, curriculum, inclusion, community, engagement and challenge.
Thomas Tallis School has adopted the Framework for Ethical Leadership in Education. This means that we try to behave in a principled and correct manner in everything we do. We therefore behave with selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership. We demonstrate trust, wisdom, kindness, justice, service, courage and optimism.
We are committed to ensuring that our school community practices anti-racist behaviours and has a culture that values equality and diversity.
Thomas Tallis School is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Our commitment is underpinned by robust processes and procedures that seek to minimise risk and continuously promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. All posts within the school are subject to an enhanced DBS check. An online search will be conducted on all shortlisted candidates in line with KCSIE guidelines. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.
Number on roll: 2040 including a Sixth Form of around 750.
Are you looking for an opportunity to work in a successful, over-subscribed and expanding school?
Thomas Tallis is a flourishing and popular school situated in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. In 2011 we moved to a new £52 million building with state of the art facilities and infrastructure. We have 2000 pupils on the school roll including over 800 students currently in our highly competitive sixth form.
Our ultimate goal at Thomas Tallis is to provide young people with an ‘education to understand the world, and change it for the better’. We strive for excellence in all that we do underpinned by our core values of creativity, curriculum, inclusion, community, engagement and challenge.
Thomas Tallis School has adopted the Framework for Ethical Leadership in Education. This means that we try to behave in a principled and correct manner in everything we do. We therefore behave with selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership. We demonstrate trust, wisdom, kindness, justice, service, courage and optimism.
We are committed to ensuring that our school community practices anti-racist behaviours and has a culture that values equality and diversity.
Thomas Tallis School is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Our commitment is underpinned by robust processes and procedures that seek to minimise risk and continuously promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. All posts within the school are subject to an enhanced DBS check. An online search will be conducted on all shortlisted candidates in line with KCSIE guidelines. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.
Deputy SENDCO (TLR2c + SEN Allowance)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2024
We wish to appoint an outstanding Deputy SENDCO to work with the SENDCO championing inclusion and high expectations for SEND children throughout the school. You will work with Curriculum Leaders throughout the school to lead and manage the inclusion curriculum in KS3. The successful candidate will also have responsibility for the day to day running of our Support Centre for Autism and Language Impairment (SCALI).
We are looking for someone who has:
We can offer you:
To apply for this post online please visit the TES website here: Deputy SENDCO (TLR2c + SEN allowance), Greenwich - Tes Jobs
Application closing date: 13 May 2024, noon
Interview: 21 May 2024
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2024
We wish to appoint an outstanding Deputy SENDCO to work with the SENDCO championing inclusion and high expectations for SEND children throughout the school. You will work with Curriculum Leaders throughout the school to lead and manage the inclusion curriculum in KS3. The successful candidate will also have responsibility for the day to day running of our Support Centre for Autism and Language Impairment (SCALI).
We are looking for someone who has:
- a SEND-related qualification, or the willingness and ability to undertake one
- successful experience of specialist SEND teaching and of raising the achievement of SEND students
- the ability to design, plan and teach a SEND appropriate KS3 curriculum
- excellent communication skills and a commitment to inclusion
We can offer you:
- staff who are supportive, committed to their own professional development and to improving outcomes for the students here
- an excellent physical environment with state-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure
- a school with humane management principles committed to your professional development
- an opportunity to take on additional responsibilities within the department for suitable candidates.
To apply for this post online please visit the TES website here: Deputy SENDCO (TLR2c + SEN allowance), Greenwich - Tes Jobs
Application closing date: 13 May 2024, noon
Interview: 21 May 2024
Music Teacher
Contract: Full-time; Permanent
Start Date: September 2024
We wish to appoint an outstanding Music Teacher to join a well-established, well-resourced and successful faculty. The department is committed to the development of powerful knowledge through innovative and creative curriculum development and disciplinary pedagogy. You will be working alongside a team of experienced members of staff in a department with great teaching.
This post offers a fantastic opportunity to join a department and school committed to powerful knowledge, creativity and an education to understand the world and change it for the better.
ECTs are very welcome to apply and will receive a full induction programme with the support and guidance of senior members of staff.
We are looking for someone who:
• is passionate about music with the ability to inspire students
• can demonstrate excellent teaching and classroom management skills
• has the ability to build good relationships with all students and adults
• has a commitment to developing curriculum activities within the Performing Arts Faculty
We can offer you:
• staff who are supportive, committed to their own professional development and to improving outcomes for the students here
• an excellent physical environment with state-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure
• a school with humane management principles committed to your professional development
• an opportunity to take on additional responsibilities within the department for suitable candidates.
Thomas Tallis School has adopted the Framework for Ethical Leadership in Education. This means that we try to behave in a principled and correct manner in everything we do. We therefore behave with selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership. We demonstrate trust, wisdom, kindness, justice, service, courage and optimism. We are committed to ensuring that our school community practices anti-racist behaviours and has a culture that values equality and diversity.
To apply online please visit the TES website here: https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/music-teacher-greenwich-2050234
Application closing date: 15 May 2024, 12:00pm noon
Interview and assessment: w/c 20 May 2024
Contract: Full-time; Permanent
Start Date: September 2024
We wish to appoint an outstanding Music Teacher to join a well-established, well-resourced and successful faculty. The department is committed to the development of powerful knowledge through innovative and creative curriculum development and disciplinary pedagogy. You will be working alongside a team of experienced members of staff in a department with great teaching.
This post offers a fantastic opportunity to join a department and school committed to powerful knowledge, creativity and an education to understand the world and change it for the better.
ECTs are very welcome to apply and will receive a full induction programme with the support and guidance of senior members of staff.
We are looking for someone who:
• is passionate about music with the ability to inspire students
• can demonstrate excellent teaching and classroom management skills
• has the ability to build good relationships with all students and adults
• has a commitment to developing curriculum activities within the Performing Arts Faculty
We can offer you:
• staff who are supportive, committed to their own professional development and to improving outcomes for the students here
• an excellent physical environment with state-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure
• a school with humane management principles committed to your professional development
• an opportunity to take on additional responsibilities within the department for suitable candidates.
Thomas Tallis School has adopted the Framework for Ethical Leadership in Education. This means that we try to behave in a principled and correct manner in everything we do. We therefore behave with selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership. We demonstrate trust, wisdom, kindness, justice, service, courage and optimism. We are committed to ensuring that our school community practices anti-racist behaviours and has a culture that values equality and diversity.
To apply online please visit the TES website here: https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/music-teacher-greenwich-2050234
Application closing date: 15 May 2024, 12:00pm noon
Interview and assessment: w/c 20 May 2024
Deputy Director for Achievement in Maths (TLR2c)
Contract: Full-time; Permanent
Start Date: September 2024
We wish to appoint an outstanding Deputy Director for Achievement in Maths to redevelop and oversee the further improvement of our Mathematics Department. Working closely with the Director of Maths, you will support the development of mathematical thinking and methods across the curriculum to improve students’ life chances.
This post offers a fantastic opportunity to join a department and school committed to powerful knowledge, creativity and an education to understand the world and change it for the better.
We are looking for someone who:
We can offer you:
To apply for this post online please visit the TES website here: https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/deputy-director-for-achievement-in-maths-tlr2c-greenwich-2051052
Application closing date: Wed 8 May 2024, noon
Interview: w/c 13 May 2024
Contract: Full-time; Permanent
Start Date: September 2024
We wish to appoint an outstanding Deputy Director for Achievement in Maths to redevelop and oversee the further improvement of our Mathematics Department. Working closely with the Director of Maths, you will support the development of mathematical thinking and methods across the curriculum to improve students’ life chances.
This post offers a fantastic opportunity to join a department and school committed to powerful knowledge, creativity and an education to understand the world and change it for the better.
We are looking for someone who:
- is passionate about Maths with the ability to inspire students
- can demonstrate excellent teaching and classroom management skills
- has the ability to build good relationships with all students and adults
- has the ability to support the Director of Maths in the leadership and management of the department
We can offer you:
- children and young people who are happy to learn and progress
- staff who are supportive, committed to their own professional development and to improving outcomes for the students here
- an excellent physical environment with new facilities and infrastructure
- a school with humane management principles committed to your professional development
To apply for this post online please visit the TES website here: https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/deputy-director-for-achievement-in-maths-tlr2c-greenwich-2051052
Application closing date: Wed 8 May 2024, noon
Interview: w/c 13 May 2024
Part-time Student Counsellor
Grade: Scale 6 (Actual P/T Salary up to £17,764 pa)
Contract: Part-time - 3 days per week, Permanent, Term Time Only
Start date: ASAP
We wish to appoint a first-class Counsellor to deliver a safe and professional counselling service accessible to all students. You will develop, under the guidance of the Head of the LSU, a service that will help support students and positively impact on retention, achievement and attainment of vulnerable and underachieving students.
Male counsellors are underrepresented in this field within the school, we would therefore actively encourage applications from male candidates.
We are looking for someone who has:
We can offer you:
To apply online please visit the TES website here: Student Counsellor (part-time, 3 days per week), Greenwich - Tes Jobs
Application closing date: 7 May 2024 (noon)
Interview and assessment: w/c 13 May 2024
Grade: Scale 6 (Actual P/T Salary up to £17,764 pa)
Contract: Part-time - 3 days per week, Permanent, Term Time Only
Start date: ASAP
We wish to appoint a first-class Counsellor to deliver a safe and professional counselling service accessible to all students. You will develop, under the guidance of the Head of the LSU, a service that will help support students and positively impact on retention, achievement and attainment of vulnerable and underachieving students.
Male counsellors are underrepresented in this field within the school, we would therefore actively encourage applications from male candidates.
We are looking for someone who has:
- a Higher Professional Diploma (or higher) in Counselling or Psychotherapy
- registered membership of the BACP or UKCP
- a professional, kind and calm manner
- a deep knowledge of therapeutic approaches that work with children and adolescents
We can offer you:
- children and young people who are eager to learn and progress
- staff who are supportive, committed to their own professional development and to improving outcomes for the students here
- an excellent physical environment with state of the art facilities and infrastructure
- a school with humane management principles committed to your professional development
To apply online please visit the TES website here: Student Counsellor (part-time, 3 days per week), Greenwich - Tes Jobs
Application closing date: 7 May 2024 (noon)
Interview and assessment: w/c 13 May 2024
Careers Leader
Actual Salary: up to £29,601 pa
Contract: Full-time, Permanent, Term Time Only
Start date: ASAP
We wish to appoint a first-class Careers Leader to support the work of the school in promoting the best possible careers education for our students. You will take the lead in the provision of careers guidance and education, advising leaders on policy and strategy for CEIAG. The successful candidate will also establish and develop links with employers, FE colleges and universities and using all their experience and skills to develop a high quality CEIAG service for Tallis students.
We are looking for someone who has:
We can offer you:
To apply online please visit the TES website here: Careers Leader, Greenwich - Tes Jobs
Application closing date: 13 May 2024 (noon)
Interview and assessment: w/c 20 May 2024
Actual Salary: up to £29,601 pa
Contract: Full-time, Permanent, Term Time Only
Start date: ASAP
We wish to appoint a first-class Careers Leader to support the work of the school in promoting the best possible careers education for our students. You will take the lead in the provision of careers guidance and education, advising leaders on policy and strategy for CEIAG. The successful candidate will also establish and develop links with employers, FE colleges and universities and using all their experience and skills to develop a high quality CEIAG service for Tallis students.
We are looking for someone who has:
- Experience of working in a school or similar environment and of careers education and guidance
- Knowledge of external agencies to support careers education
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
- The ability to liaise effectively with parents, carers, teachers and external agencies as well as our students
We can offer you:
- children and young people who are eager to learn and progress
- staff who are supportive, committed to their own professional development and to improving outcomes for the students here
- an excellent physical environment with state of the art facilities and infrastructure
- a school with humane management principles committed to your professional development
To apply online please visit the TES website here: Careers Leader, Greenwich - Tes Jobs
Application closing date: 13 May 2024 (noon)
Interview and assessment: w/c 20 May 2024
PE Teacher
Contract: Full-time; Fixed Term (12 months - Maternity Cover)
Start Date: September 2024
We wish to appoint an outstanding PE teacher for a 12 month fixed term contract to cover a maternity leave. This is a full-time post although 4 days per week may be available by negotiation.
The ability to teach Netball is essential. The abillity to teach BTEC Sport to Level 3 is highly desirable.
We are looking for someone who:
· is passionate about PE with the ability to inspire students
· can demonstrate excellent teaching and behaviour management skills
· has the ability to build good relationships with all students and adults
· has a commitment to developing curriculum activities within the PE Department
We can offer you:
If you are passionate about providing young people with a safe, supportive environment in which to ensure their success, we want to hear from you.
For more information about our fantastic school please visit www.thomastallisschool.com. To apply for this post online please visit the TES website here:
Application closing date: 14 May 2024, noon
Interview and assessment: w/c 20 May 2024 (or sooner)
Contract: Full-time; Fixed Term (12 months - Maternity Cover)
Start Date: September 2024
We wish to appoint an outstanding PE teacher for a 12 month fixed term contract to cover a maternity leave. This is a full-time post although 4 days per week may be available by negotiation.
The ability to teach Netball is essential. The abillity to teach BTEC Sport to Level 3 is highly desirable.
We are looking for someone who:
· is passionate about PE with the ability to inspire students
· can demonstrate excellent teaching and behaviour management skills
· has the ability to build good relationships with all students and adults
· has a commitment to developing curriculum activities within the PE Department
We can offer you:
- staff who are supportive, committed to their own professional development and to improving outcomes for the students here
- an excellent physical environment with state-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure
- a school with humane management principles committed to your professional development
- an opportunity to take on additional responsibilities within the department for suitable candidates.
If you are passionate about providing young people with a safe, supportive environment in which to ensure their success, we want to hear from you.
For more information about our fantastic school please visit www.thomastallisschool.com. To apply for this post online please visit the TES website here:
Application closing date: 14 May 2024, noon
Interview and assessment: w/c 20 May 2024 (or sooner)
Spanish Teacher
Contract: Part-time; 4 days per week; Permanent
Start Date: September 2024
We wish to appoint a well qualified, motivated and innovative Spanish Teacher to join a well-established, well-resourced and successful faculty. The ability to teach French to KS3 is desirable. This is a 4 days per week, part time post.
The faculty is committed to an innovative and creative curriculum where culture is central to languages teaching enabling students to understand the world and change it for the better.
Pupils in Year 7 learn French and Spanish and in Y8 students choose their preferred language. French and Spanish A-Levels are taught in the target language and there are a variety of enrichment activities to supplement the department’s outstanding teaching. In addition, GCSE Latin is offered to our more able students.
You will be working alongside a team of experienced members of staff in a department with outstanding teaching.
NQTs are very welcome to apply and will receive a full induction programme with the support and guidance of senior members of staff.
We are looking for someone who:
· is passionate about Languages, cultures, literature and music with the ability to inspire students
· can demonstrate excellent teaching and classroom management skills
· has the ability to build good relationships with all students and adults
· has a commitment to developing curriculum activities within the Languages Department
We can offer you:
For more information about our fantastic school please visit www.thomastallisschool.com. To apply for this post online please visit: P/T Spanish Teacher (4 days per week 0.8 FTE), Greenwich - Tes Jobs
Application closing date: 14 May, 9.00am
Interview and observation: w/c 20 May 2024
Contract: Part-time; 4 days per week; Permanent
Start Date: September 2024
We wish to appoint a well qualified, motivated and innovative Spanish Teacher to join a well-established, well-resourced and successful faculty. The ability to teach French to KS3 is desirable. This is a 4 days per week, part time post.
The faculty is committed to an innovative and creative curriculum where culture is central to languages teaching enabling students to understand the world and change it for the better.
Pupils in Year 7 learn French and Spanish and in Y8 students choose their preferred language. French and Spanish A-Levels are taught in the target language and there are a variety of enrichment activities to supplement the department’s outstanding teaching. In addition, GCSE Latin is offered to our more able students.
You will be working alongside a team of experienced members of staff in a department with outstanding teaching.
NQTs are very welcome to apply and will receive a full induction programme with the support and guidance of senior members of staff.
We are looking for someone who:
· is passionate about Languages, cultures, literature and music with the ability to inspire students
· can demonstrate excellent teaching and classroom management skills
· has the ability to build good relationships with all students and adults
· has a commitment to developing curriculum activities within the Languages Department
We can offer you:
- staff who are supportive, committed to their own professional development and to improving outcomes for the students here
- an excellent physical environment with state-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure
- a school with humane management principles committed to your professional development
- an opportunity to take on additional responsibilities within the department for suitable candidates.
For more information about our fantastic school please visit www.thomastallisschool.com. To apply for this post online please visit: P/T Spanish Teacher (4 days per week 0.8 FTE), Greenwich - Tes Jobs
Application closing date: 14 May, 9.00am
Interview and observation: w/c 20 May 2024
Economics Teacher
Contract: Part-time; 4 days per week; Permanent
Start Date: September 2024
We wish to appoint an outstanding Economics Teacher to join a well-established, well-resourced and successful faculty. The department is committed to the development of powerful knowledge through innovative and creative curriculum development and disciplinary pedagogy. You will be working alongside a team of experienced members of staff in a department with great teaching.
This post offers a fantastic opportunity to join a department and school committed to powerful knowledge, creativity and an education to understand the world and change it for the better.
This is a part-time position working 4 days per week.
ECTs are very welcome to apply and will receive a full induction programme with the support and guidance of senior members of staff.
We are looking for someone who:
• is passionate about music with the ability to inspire students
• can demonstrate excellent teaching and classroom management skills
• has the ability to build good relationships with all students and adults
• has a commitment to developing curriculum activities within the Economics department
We can offer you:
• staff who are supportive, committed to their own professional development and to improving outcomes for the students here
• an excellent physical environment with state-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure
• a school with humane management principles committed to your professional development
• an opportunity to take on additional responsibilities within the department for suitable candidates.
If you are passionate about providing young people with a safe, supportive environment in which to ensure their success, we want to hear from you.
For more information about our fantastic school please visit www.thomastallisschool.com. To apply for this post online please visit the TES here: P/T Economics Teacher (4 days per week; 0.8 FTE), Greenwich - Tes Jobs
Application closing date: 15 May 2024, 9:00am
Interview and assessment: w/c 20 May 2024
Contract: Part-time; 4 days per week; Permanent
Start Date: September 2024
We wish to appoint an outstanding Economics Teacher to join a well-established, well-resourced and successful faculty. The department is committed to the development of powerful knowledge through innovative and creative curriculum development and disciplinary pedagogy. You will be working alongside a team of experienced members of staff in a department with great teaching.
This post offers a fantastic opportunity to join a department and school committed to powerful knowledge, creativity and an education to understand the world and change it for the better.
This is a part-time position working 4 days per week.
ECTs are very welcome to apply and will receive a full induction programme with the support and guidance of senior members of staff.
We are looking for someone who:
• is passionate about music with the ability to inspire students
• can demonstrate excellent teaching and classroom management skills
• has the ability to build good relationships with all students and adults
• has a commitment to developing curriculum activities within the Economics department
We can offer you:
• staff who are supportive, committed to their own professional development and to improving outcomes for the students here
• an excellent physical environment with state-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure
• a school with humane management principles committed to your professional development
• an opportunity to take on additional responsibilities within the department for suitable candidates.
If you are passionate about providing young people with a safe, supportive environment in which to ensure their success, we want to hear from you.
For more information about our fantastic school please visit www.thomastallisschool.com. To apply for this post online please visit the TES here: P/T Economics Teacher (4 days per week; 0.8 FTE), Greenwich - Tes Jobs
Application closing date: 15 May 2024, 9:00am
Interview and assessment: w/c 20 May 2024
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