Teacher of Philosophy/PRE

Please note: This is a fixed-term, part-time position of 13 hours per week, with the contract ending in August 2027

About us and the role

Jon Avanti House Secondary School as a Teacher of Philosophy/PRE and help shape young people who are confident in exploring ideas, questioning thoughtfully and understanding the diverse beliefs and perspectives that shape our world. 

This is an exciting opportunity to inspire pupils through engaging, purposeful teaching while supporting them to develop academically, personally and spiritually. You will be part of a supportive school community that places educational excellence, character development and spiritual insight at the heart of its work, with opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and continue developing your own practice. 

If you are passionate about your subject, committed to high-quality teaching and share our belief in developing the whole child, we would love to hear from you.

School visits are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school to arrange a suitable time.

Avanti House Secondary School is a thriving school in Stanmore, Harrow. “In addition to achieving well academically, pupils are very well supported to develop more widely. The culture and ethos of the school ensure that pupils are taught to be responsible and caring citizens” - (OFSTED, 2023).

Avanti House is a co-educational, Hindu-faith school that welcomes pupils and staff of all backgrounds. Our fantastic site, which is a few minutes’ walk from Canons Park station, has incredible spaces including sports facilities, theatre, specialist classrooms, dining spaces and a beautiful worship room.

“We’re trying to appeal to students in a way, in which we don’t just enrich them in terms of academic success and aiming for the best universities, but its also about developing them as a human being, ensuring the support is in place that they can grow into the people that they want to be.” - Ricardo

Our staff are inspired and passionate about their roles, the vision of the school, and providing the most fulfilling learning experience for pupils. Learning is a quest to discover each student’s unique gifts and potential, and to lay the foundation for their lifelong journey of learning.

Principal Quote:

“The reality behind the school is the people in it. The highlight of our school, is that our staff give students the opportunities to become the best versions of themselves and help make the world a better place.” - Simon Arnell, Principal

What will you do?

• Plan and deliver high-quality, inclusive Philosophy/PRE teaching that challenges and inspires pupils while building on their prior knowledge, needs and abilities.
• Monitor and assess pupils’ progress, providing effective feedback and using relevant data to support attainment and set ambitious learning goals.
• Establish a safe, respectful and purposeful learning environment, maintaining high expectations for behaviour and safeguarding the welfare of all pupils.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and external partners to support pupils’ academic progress, wellbeing and wider development, while contributing positively to the life and ethos of the school.
• Reflect on and develop professional practice through collaboration, training and continuous professional development, in line with the Teacher Standards and school expectations.

Why should you apply 

Avanti exists to help each person become a well-rounded human being through intellectual, moral and spiritual growth, and so make the world a better place.

You will be working in a fantastic environment, with:

• Great opportunities for professional development
• Teacher pension scheme (subject to eligibility)
• O2 discounts, Specsavers corporate eye test vouchers
• Eligible for NUS Card and CSSC membership
• Well-being programs (retreats, yoga, wellness apps)
• Cycle-to-work Scheme

What are we looking for?

• Qualified to bachelor’s degree level in relevant or allied subject 
• QTS qualified
• Able to self-start, work independently and collaboratively as part of a team- whether led or leading
• Clear vision and understanding of how to implement and sustain a high-quality teaching and learning
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to delegate
• Commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of all students

Please view the full Job Description for more information on the responsibilities and essential criteria required for this role.

Further information

Pre-employment checks

Avanti Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates are required to have an Enhanced DBS check unless internally appointed and still within the cycle of DBS re-checks.

Any appointment subsequently made will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.

Diversity and Inclusion

We want to make sure we are attracting the widest possible range of people and ensure that they are accepted, understood and treated equally when they work here. This means we will work hard to understand that each employee is unique and ensuring that individuals or groups are not treated differently or less favourably on the basis of specific characteristics. 

Such characteristics include (but are not limited to) age, disability, gender including transgender, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, and how the school supports pregnant women and new parents.