Teacher of Humanities in Alternative Provision

Ref: SCH-TATLP-0783 13 day(s) remaining
Establishment: The Bridge Academy Location: Lichfield Salary: MPS/UPS £31,650 - £49,084 per annum Department: The Bridge Academy Teacher Job Type: Full Time
Closing Date: 16/05/2025 16:00 Interview Date: 22/05/2025 Start Date: September 2025

Additional Information

Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: TTO - Term time only Hours per Week: 32.50 Weeks per Year: 52.000 Pay Grade: TMS/UPS

The Role

We welcome applicants with expertise in any Humanities subject (such as History, Geography or RS), but more importantly, we are looking for a teacher with a flexible and creative approach, and a willingness to develop and deliver a topic-based curriculum that draws together elements of Humanities, Science and Technology. This integrated approach helps re-engage learners and foster curiosity across disciplines.


At The Bridge, our work is shaped by our core RAISE values: Respect, Aspiration, Independence, Success, and Engagement. We are committed to providing a nurturing and ambitious learning environment where every young person can thrive.


While not essential, the ability to offer a second subject or contribute to our Widening Horizons Enrichment programme would be a valuable asset.



What you will need to succeed


To share our passion for wanting the very best for our students and schools

To be committed to keeping our students safe

Be highly motivated and passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people with the natural ability to inspire and motivate

Be emotionally intelligent with the ability to build strong working relationships with a variety of stakeholders

The passion and commitment to work in a fast paced, challenging yet always rewarding role


What you will get in return


Professional development is key to our ongoing success, so we invest in your development through training, mentoring and progression opportunities.

The opportunity to join our team of leading education experts and propel your career to the next level

A competitive salary

An Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits package

Competitive pension scheme (Teachers’ Pension Scheme)

Professional Development & Wellbeing Days

 

What you need to do now

 

To apply, please complete an online application form. To arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact Mr Elliot Payne, Head of School, Elliot.payne@bridge.staffs.sch.uk or 01543 255872.


Closing date:                 Friday 16 May at 4.00pm

Interview date:              Thursday 22 May 2025

 

Please note we do not accept CV’s, application will only be considered if received on an ATLP application form.

Qualifications

Qualification Title Grade
Qualified Teacher Status
Essential
Degree or equivalent qualification
Essential

Related Documents

Safeguarding Information

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement of the role.

We will carry out an online search about you for information that is publicly available online. This will include social media accounts you may hold. This will only be carried out on shortlisted candidates and before interview. This processing of data will be conducted under the legal basis of Article 6(e) public task in line with the guidance laid out in para 226 of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2024. Any data collected during this search will be retained in line with our retention schedule which is available on request.

Please find a link to our safeguarding policy which we would encourage you to read prior to applying to work in our organisation ATLP safeguarding and child protection policy 2024/2025

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The Bridge Academy

The Bridge Academy
Wissage Road
Bridge Short Stay School
Lichfield
WS13 6SW

Elliot Payne

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