Aspiring Graduate Teacher

An opportunity has arisen at Clacton County High School for the role of an aspiring graduate teacher. The role would suit someone who has recently graduated and is considering the possibility of moving into the teaching profession.

The successful candidate will be considered as an unqualified teacher working within the classroom, contracted under teachers pay and conditions. They would be well-supported and mentored by experienced colleagues in the delivery of pre-prepared lessons within the graduate's subject specific knowledge base and also on behaviour management techniques. This aim is for graduates to feel supported and confident in the classroom in preparation for a possible transition onto an recognised teacher training scheme in September 2025.

Clacton County High School is committed to developing and encouraging talented people into the teaching profession and has a remarkable history of growing our own teachers, many of which were previous students at this school. As part of the Sigma Trust family of schools, we have access to a wide range of expertise who can support and coach aspiring teacher graduates and offer training opportunities and experiences at other schools.

Personal attributes required include: good subject knowledge in a particular area, excellent time management, being proactive and reactive to the daily demands of school life, an interest in teaching as a profession, a commitment to safeguarding children and a team player who is willing to contribute to the wider ethos of the school.

All staff at CCHS are committed to our guiding principles of 'Higher Expectations, Raising Aspirations, Transforming Lives'. The role of receptionist is expected to promote and instil these ideals, building positive and respectful relationships with others.

Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive an overwhelming response.

Should you be successful during the shortlisting process interviews will be held face to face at the school.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• To be an effective professional who demonstrates thorough subject specific knowledge, that he/she can teach others, take responsibility for professional development and raise student achievement.


• Teach allocated lessons supported in the preparation for this by experienced colleagues.


• Use area(s) of expertise to contribute to the planning and preparation of learning activities, and to plan learning activities.


• Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all student in learning and extracurricular activities.


• Support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at students achieving their full potential in all areas of learning.
  
  Excellent communication skills


• Competent literacy and numeracy skills


• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure, prioritising workload


• Empathy for others, exercise tact and be diplomatic in sometimes difficult situations


• Looking for an opportunity to work within the education sector


• Reactive and proactive in your approach to the working day


• Committed to safeguarding children
  
  The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.


The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision 'To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts', where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.


• A Competitive Salary


• Robust school CPD training programme that enables you to flourish


• Opportunities to work with colleagues across the Trust to share resources, ideas and build collaborative relationships


Employee benefits include:

• Employee Assistance Programme


• Pension scheme


• Free membership to Perkbox


• Cycle to Work scheme


• Discounted gym membership at selected local gyms


Please note that an integration period applies to all new staff joining the Trust, to support introduction into the organisation.