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Claremont Fan Court School
Job information
Part Time Teacher of Geography
Closing date: Wednesday 17 March 2021
The school Mission and ethos
Welcome to Claremont Fan Court School. We are a of calm from the outside world. Landscaped by Mission Vision
thriving, co-educational independent day school in Capability Brown almost 250 years ago, our grounds
Surrey for pupils aged 2½ to 18. Founded in 1922, boast sweeping views, beautiful green space and Our mission guides the ethos of the school and is a In accordance with our mission, Claremont Fan
we are approaching our 100th anniversary as an a truly unique atmosphere which forms a lasting primary document for all who work at the school. Court School will develop individuals who are
evolving, successful school. memory for pupils and staff. outstanding citizens, aware of their responsibility to
• To provide an environment where the God- others and contribute positively to global society. We
Our Senior, Preparatory and Pre-Preparatory and The mansion sits at the centre of our site, and given potential of every individual is recognised will achieve this by being a high-quality school of
Nursery Schools are home to over 950 pupils and beyond its grand façade still retains a welcoming, and valued. With this recognition comes the choice where girls and boys achieve more than they
have 240 teaching and support staff. In the last 3 homely feel to our Senior School and sixth form. expectation of high personal achievement and think is possible.
years, applications to the school have doubled. The mansion’s stable block is now our Preparatory moral standards and a developing awareness
Our results are better than ever and our focus on School (currently undergoing refurbishment), of our individual responsibility to each other and Ethos
character quality and pupil-wellbeing has allowed and the Pre-Preparatory and Nursery School are our world.
our pupils and staff to thrive during the current situated within a purpose-built structure backing on • To maintain a broad and forward-looking Goodness underpins this school. Teachers, staff,
coronavirus pandemic. to a forest school, and woods and wild meadows curriculum in which pupils are encouraged to pupils and their families are expected to support and
beyond. think independently to meet the demands of a extend the atmosphere of respect, courtesy, the love
The school has a 99% pass rate at GCSE, with 9-7 rapidly changing world. of learning and the value of friendship that is held
grades ranging from 45% to 55% over the last three The next stage in our evolution promises to be our • To encourage our pupils to awaken to all that is dear at Claremont Fan Court. This peaceful and
years. At A level the pass rate is 100% with passes most exciting yet. We are investing in our facilities, good and true around and within them in their purposeful intent extends throughout every lesson
at A*-B being in the range of 69-75% over the last from the brand-new Sir Sydney Camm science and spiritual journey of self- discovery. and into the pastoral and co-curricular activities we
three years, cohort depending. This data does not technology building opened in 2019, a purpose- • To equip our pupils with a strong set of values offer.
include 2020 CAGs. built sixth form centre to the refurbishment of the for future decision making.
Preparatory School, we are ensuring our pupils • The following values are fundamental to Children leave the school prepared for university.
Our school motto, ‘Be Strong in Understanding’, have the very best for the next 100 years. everything we do: courtesy, respect, trust, moral They are confident, contributing and caring
drives everything we do. We know that if pupils integrity, self-discipline, love for God and man. members of the global community having embraced
understand themselves and their place in the school Goodness underpins this school, and we are the challenge of education. They will have gained
community, it gives them a unique strength. proud that our pupils become caring, confident the values that will equip them to make a positive
and contributing members of society. They learn contribution and they will be a force for good in the
Although we are just 20 miles from central London, and model this behaviour shown by our excellent, world.
and with easy access to the A3, M3 and M25, committed teaching and support staff, who provide
Claremont’s historic 100 acre estate is an oasis the backbone of the school.
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The department The role
We believe that geography is an essential part of the At Key Stage 3, Year 7 take part in the annual A part time Teacher of Geography is required from • Demonstrate a proven track record of results in
curriculum. It shows how our lives are interrelated Travel Show. Year 8 carry out a microclimate September 2021 to teach Years 7 to 9, with GSCE examinations
with the changing world around us and teaches investigation around the school site in lesson time, teaching available for the right candidate. The part • Excellent communication skills, oral, written and
students many essential skills. Geography provides early in the autumn term. They also have a day at time hours are 8-10 periods per week (30% - 46% use of ICT
students with the knowledge and understanding that the Seven Sisters in June. Year 9 have a half day FTE) and likely to be over 4 days. This role could • Prepared to work hard with energy and
will ensure they are open minded, responsible and trip into Esher to look at crime and the BCS run a be combined with the part time Teacher of Theology enthusiasm
and Philosophy currently being advertised. • An understanding of the skills required when
able world citizens. workshop looking at hazard management. Fieldwork
is essential at Key Stage 3 to prepare pupils for the teaching pupils with a range of abilities,
The aim of this role will be to teach pupils the skills encouraging all to develop to their maximum
In Years 7-9, when two lessons of geography per skills needed at GCSE and A Level. and content necessary in this subject
week are compulsory, syllabuses are broadly in potential
area that will enable each pupil to achieve well and • An understanding of the nature of independent
line with the national curriculum’s requirements at The geography department also runs a biennial trip be confident with further study in this learning
KS3. At GCSE, when geography is optional, AQA is to Iceland in February. subject. There is the potential for A level teaching in
• An ability to set high expectations amongst all
offered. The department has three sets in each year the future.
pupils
at GCSE. There is one set in the Lower Sixth Form Specifications
The role could suit an experienced teacher looking • Enthusiastically commit to all aspects of the
year and one set in the Upper Sixth studying various department programme including trips, visits and
aspects of AQA’s A Level syllabus. Topics studied at GSCE AQA for a new challenge. Applicants will need to
demonstrate strong subject knowledge, contagious weekly study clinics
A Level offer continuity and contrast. A Level AQA • Possess ability, skills and experience to
enthusiasm and an effective, nurturing teaching
style. contribute to both the department’s and the
Fieldwork is an essential requirement by the The humanities faculty is situated in in the historic school’s co-curricular programme
syllabus at both GCSE and A Level. In Year 10 mansion house and teachers have the use of a A willingness to contribute to the co-curricular and • A cheerful, enthusiastic and well-presented
students usually embark on daytrips to the Seven department office. pastoral life of the school is essential. person, capable of inspiring confidence in pupils
Sisters in East Sussex to study coasts. At A Level, and parents
there are four days’ fieldwork including a visit to Person specification • Capable of working independently and as part of
West Wittering Beach and a day in London around a team
the Docklands area and Stratford with a focus on The successful candidate is likely to display the • Calmness and efficiency and the ability to work
regeneration. following characteristics: under pressure at certain times
• Eager to learn and able to attend all INSETs
• Possess a good honours degree in a relevant • An awareness of health and safety issues and
discipline compliance with health and safety policy
• Possess a post graduate teaching qualification – • Aware of the nature of the school and prepared
PGCE, diploma of teaching or equivalent to commit to its all-round ethos, co-curricular
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Responsibility to parents Classroom environment
• Be available for appointments with parents • Represent the subject to the school through
• Monitor pupil progress in prep books, report termly displays within the class rooms
cards as necessary
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of each Professional responsibilities
learner and their individual needs
• Written reports to be accurate, unbiased, • Attend subject and whole school INSETS
individualised, pertinent, goals-based and follow
school procedure Responsibility to parents
Performance measures • Accurately report to parents according to school
and faculty policy
The performance of the teacher of mathematics
will be measured by an annual performance review
which will include the following:
Planning and preparation
General • An expectation of at least 30% of GCSE learners
gaining a 7 and above
responsibilities
• All GCSE learners gaining a 4 or above
• An expectation of at least 30% of A level
learners gaining a grade A or above
• All A level candidates gaining a grade C or
above
Teaching responsibilities Pastoral responsibilities
• Teach an agreed curricular and co-curricular • Act as a tutor as required
programme • Work within the pastoral team of Year Heads
• Plan, prepare and deliver lessons that follow the and tutors to share all necessary knowledge
department’s scheme of work, ensuring lessons about students
are suitably differentiated and appropriate to all • Report any issues of concern, including child
members of the class protection issues, to the DSL and Heads of Year
• Mark pupil work on a regular basis in
accordance with faculty and school marking Co-curricular responsibilities
policies (approx 50 hours per year)
• Accurately record-keep for classes including
registering, assessments, rewards and referrals • Teach an agreed co-curricular department or
• Feedback to pupils and parents through writing non-department club, society, sport or activity
reports and attending parents’ evenings
• Attend regular general staff meetings including Classroom environment
morning briefings and departmental meetings
and to participate in extra-curricular activities • Establish a teaching environment that is positive
• Cover lessons both within and outside the and supportive of learning
faculty and be available for exam invigilation as • Consider the needs of pupils at all times
directed by the cover supervisor interacting in a supportive and positive way
• Check school e-mail account on a regular basis • Establish a culture for learning with pupils of all
and reply to colleagues and parents within 24 abilities
hours • Establish effective teaching practices so that
• Carry out any other duties as required pupil behaviour is consistently within the
expectations of this school being purposeful,
safe, respectful, open, valuable, and appropriate
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Working at Claremont How to apply
Claremont Fan Court School is set in a beautiful Property prices tend to be high locally but there are Please ensure you read the job information pack All applications will be acknowledged by email within
location and is a warm and welcoming community. affordable options a little further out, and many staff carefully, as well as the school’s Recruitment, one working day of receipt. Please contact Human
Professional standards are high, and we encourage choose to live slightly further afield. Disclosures and Selection Policy, Safeguarding Resources on 01372 473720 / 473603 should you
ongoing training and personal development. Policy and Applicant Privacy Policy on our website. have any questions or if you have not received an
Claremont has its own teaching payscale and this acknowledgement.
The school is located just outside Esher in Surrey role will pay a competitive salary, depending on Applicants are asked to complete the downloadable
and is easily accessible from the A3, M3 and M25 experience. application form available on our website. The Please note that we reserve the right to conduct
with ample free staff parking. The nearest train application form is available in a Microsoft Word interviews prior to the closing date. References
station is Claygate which is a 25-minute walk, with Benefits include generous contributory pension read/write format or the *pdf may be printed and may be taken up at any stage during the recruitment
local bus services also available. scheme (currently through TPS), 50% discount completed by hand. You should provide a covering process.
on school fees, cycle to work scheme as well as letter in support of your application addressed to
Esher and its neighbouring towns offer easy access complimentary lunches and refreshments during the headmaster, Mr William Brierly. Claremont Fan Court School and its staff are
to both central London and the stunning Surrey term-time. committed to safeguarding the welfare of children.
countryside, offering a feeling of space whilst Please note: applications should be submitted Successful applicants will be required to undergo
being only a stone’s throw from London and all the by email and sent to screening appropriate to the post, including checks
facilities a capital city has to offer. jobs@claremont.surrey.sch.uk with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring
Service. It is an offence for any person barred from
The local area has a mix of leisure activities Documents must either be in Microsoft Word or working with children to apply for this post.
available. Both the historic palace at Hampton Court *pdf format as we are not able to accept any other
and the beautiful gardens at RHS Wisley are nearby, type of file.
as well as Sandown Racecourse. There are many
arts venues (theatres, cinemas, live music) and
sports clubs in the surrounding area and for cyclists
there is access to some of the finest roads used for
the road cycle races at the 2012 Olympic Games. Closing date: Wednesday 17 March 2021
Interviews will be held week commencing 22 March 2021
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Claremont Fan Court School
www.claremontfancourt.co.uk | jobs@claremont.surrey.sch.uk
Claremont Drive, Esher, Surrey KT10 9LY
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