History or History / Politics Teacher 0.6 (Monday, Tuesday, Friday) (Fixed Term Contract)

Would you like to be part of a thriving History Department? If you believe in inspiring children and would like to be a member of an inclusive and diverse school community then we want to hear from you. You will join a community that thrives on challenge and intellectual curiosity, one where your skills will continue to be developed with an individually prepared professional development plan. The successful candidate will join a community of teachers who excel in delivering a personalised, individual learning experience. You will have access to a range of professional support services including HR, IT, Library Services, Marketing, Communications and Development JOB DESCRIPTION: TEACHER OF HISTORYSummary of the role: Teachers at Wolverhampton Grammar School operate primarily in and around the classroom, but are expected in addition to contribute to the routine and extra-curricular life of the School, and to undertake pastoral work as a tutor. Part-time teachers may be assigned to a form as a co-tutor. The role of a teacher encompasses many areas and the following are minimum expectations.Contract/Hours of Work: Part-time (0.6)Pay Grade: Competitive salary available.Line Manager: Head of department.Main duties and responsibilities: Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for who you are responsible and with whom you come into contact.

• to teach and prepare lessons effectively;
• to work within the departmental framework as a member of the departmental team, contributing to meetings and departmental activities;
• to share the necessary administration and preparation in support of the work of the department;
• to support and encourage colleagues;
• to set and mark work and homework regularly;
• to attend Parents' Evenings to discuss pupils' academic progress and future targets;
• to complete mark lists, grades, school reports routinely and occasional special reports on pupils they teach;
• to assist in the promotion of the school by helping to invigilate and/or mark the entrance examination and by making positive contributions to the open day and other marketing activities.
Life of the School
• to undertake whole school supervisory duties as directed by the Deputy Head;
• to make positive contributions to the extra-curricular life of the school, either as a sports coach, running an extra curricular activity, in the musical or dramatic life of the school or in other ways;
• to take responsibility for the welfare and safety of pupils in their charge, having regard for the school's Child Protection, Health/Safety and other policies.
Pastoral and Tutorial Care:
• to be responsible for the general welfare of pupils in their tutor groups and to be the first point of contact for pupils needing help;
• to encourage high standards of behaviour, appearance, attendance, punctuality and work; referring persistent difficulties to the Head of Year;
• to complete registration (a legal requirement) - noting absences and lateness;
• to perform efficiently the routine tasks of a form tutor.
You may also be required to undertake such other comparable duties as the Head requires from time to time. Start Date: Immediately or January 2025 End Date: July 2025

Competitive salary available.