CHEMISTRY TEACHER

We are recruiting for an outstanding A level teacher whose subject specialism is Chemistry.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

ABOUT SCHOOL ONLINE

Harrow School Online is a new kind of school founded on the educational philosophy, practices and traditions of Harrow School, and delivered by Pearson to pupils all over the world through an online platform. It has been developed through a collaboration between Harrow School (via its trading subsidiary, Harrow School Enterprises Ltd) and Pearson. It is a fully-online, coeducational sixth form school offering an A level education, with first teaching beginning in September 2020.

The school combines rigorous self-study lessons with live online teaching, plus a rich co- curricular programme. It is working to the same academic ambitions and targets as Harrow School, with a mode of delivery which allows for a particularly flexible and individualised learning experience. Pupils work either at home or in a location of their choosing. They build their skills of initiative and self-management within an environment that provides personalised attention and support. From September 2020 Pearson Edexcel A levels are available in Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Chemistry and Economics, with more subjects to follow in future years.

Harrow School Online girls and boys attend regular online meetings with a House tutor, as well as fortnightly meetings with a Success Coach, in which plans are formulated for university and beyond. An optional summer programme will bring pupils together at Harrow School in prior to the start of term.

Harrow School Online seeks to develop the motivation, skills and determination amongst its pupils in order to make a positive difference to other people in their community and the wider world, through an outstanding international education involving: • High levels of academic endeavour, curiosity and achievement; • A diverse range of super-curricular opportunities, which inspire intellectual curiosity and an interest in ideas for their own sake; • Opportunities to engage in a range of extra-curricular activities which develop character, foster friendships and promote leadership, service or personal fulfilment; • Pastoral structures designed to keep pupils safe in their online education, operated by Harrow School Online in partnership with pupils’ parents and guardians.

Our prospectus (https://online.flippingbook.com/view/745866/40/) gives a summary of what we’re setting out to achieve.

ABOUT PEARSON

Pearson is the world’s learning company, with expertise in educational courseware and assessment, and a range of teaching and learning services powered by technology. Our products and services are used by millions of teachers and learners around the world every day. Our mission is to help people make progress in their lives through learning — because we believe that learning opens up opportunities, creating fulfilling careers and better lives. Our more than 30,000 employees across 70 countries worldwide share a simple set of values. In everything we do, we aspire to be brave, imaginative, decent, and accountable.

ABOUT HARROW SCHOOL

Harrow School is one of the world’s most famous schools. Founded in 1572 by a local yeoman farmer, John Lyon, under a Royal Charter granted by Queen Elizabeth I, it is located on a 324-acre estate encompassing much of in north-west London. It is a full- for around 830 boys aged 13-18. Harrow School examination results are impressive, with 64.5% of GCSE grades at 9, 8 or A* in 2019 and nearly one third of all A level grades at A*.

THE ROLE OF AN ONLINE TEACHER AT HARROW SCHOOL ONLINE

You will be working with international students situated across the world studying towards Pearson Edexcel International A level qualifications and preparing for university and a life of learning, leadership, service and personal fulfilment. Teachers monitor their pupils’ progress through the self-study elements of Harrow School Online courses and provide targeted support to pupils through live lessons to small classes and individual micro-teaching sessions. We work with a flipped classroom pedagogy, with live lessons focusing on the areas which pupils most need to further practise and extend.

You will be a Pearson employee, but will have additional training and support from Harrow School, in particular from the relevant Head of Subject. This support will include lesson observations and guidance on subject-specific aspects of teaching. Line management for the position is to the Harrow School Online Principal. We are primarily seeking teachers for full-time roles although part-time roles may additionally be available.

Lessons are delivered using virtual classroom software that allows for video and audio streaming, screensharing, a shared whiteboard space and breakout rooms for project groups. Full training is given on our virtual learning environment and virtual classroom software.

WHAT WILL A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE LOOK LIKE?

You will be a dynamic and effective teacher who is able to engage, support and motivate pupils in online lessons and individual study sessions. We are looking for experienced educators with a passion for their subject and a willingness to be involved in setting up and shaping all aspects of the school. All members of staff are expected to conduct themselves in line with the School’s values: Courage, Honour, Humility and Fellowship.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful applicant will: ● teach their subject to year 12 pupils from September 2020, and from September 2021 additionally to year 13 pupils, preparing pupils for the Pearson Edexcel International AS and A level examinations; ● monitor the progress of their pupils in the self-study element of their course and provide targeted teaching in live lessons and timetabled office hours; ● help to shape and extend their department, sharing their enthusiasm for their subject to all pupils in the school; ● contribute to the Super-Curriculum, which includes Electives, lectures and all other academic extension; ● be a tutor in a virtual house, supporting a set of pupils in establishing and achieving their academic goals; ● make an enthusiastic contribution to extra-curricular activities; ● be proactively involved in other key areas of the school’s development, particularly at this early stage of the initiative; ● continuously develop and improve their teaching practice, particularly in the online mode of delivery; ● regularly communicate with parents to encourage their children to make successful progress in their studies.

REQUIREMENTS

● Strong knowledge of, and enthusiasm for, their subject. ● High expectations of pupils. ● Strong inter-personal and communication skills. ● A creative mind. ● Previous experience teaching the subject applied for at A level. ● Impressive academic qualifications, including a good degree. ● Resonance with Harrow School Online’s ethos. ● The desire to continuously develop their teaching practice formally and informally. ● Willingness to learn about, and become advocates of, online learning technologies.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

● Flexibility and a ‘can do’ attitude. ● Stamina and resilience. ● Integrity.

Previous experience teaching online is welcomed but is not a pre-requisite for the role.

FLEXIBLE WORKING HOURS AND TEACHING LOCATION

We are looking for teachers to join our team for the launch of our School in September 2020. Our school term dates are based on those of Harrow School, with a September to June academic year. You are additionally required to be available for ten days in August for induction training and participation in a summer teaching programme at Harrow School (residential accommodation is available if required). If you are interested in joining us before this, there may be opportunities to work with us as we set up the school.

Some of our key target markets are in China and South East Asia, and to accommodate these time zones our first lessons will be timetabled early in the mornings UK time; probably from 0600 and possibly from 0500, with an early finish on days when you have an early start. There is flexibility to schedule some of your workload at hours that best suit you.

You are welcome to work full-time from home, or in the Pearson office in central London. Occasionally you will need to attend meetings or training either in the Pearson offices or at Harrow School, but this will be the exception rather than the norm.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

APPLICATION GUIDANCE

The closing date for applications is Sunday 15th March. An accompanying letter should outline how you are suited to working for Harrow School Online and what you could contribute to the school beyond your subject knowledge. Candidates who meet our initial shortlisting criteria will be invited to submit video answers to a number of questions to assist in shortlisting for interview, including delivering a five-minute micro-lesson on a subject- specific question.

First interviews will be held online in a virtual classroom at the end of March with the Harrow School Head of Subject and the Harrow School Online Principal. You will be asked to prepare a sample lesson and teach a portion of this lessons as part of the interview, and you will be asked about teaching your subject by the Harrow School Head of Subject. When we observe your teaching, we will be looking, in particular, for the first four attributes outlined in ‘Requirements’.

Second interviews will be held at the Pearson offices at 80 Strand, London, where possible. You will be interviewed by the Harrow School Online Principal and the Harrow School Online Director, and will meet more informally with the other members of the team.

The selection process and interview questions will relate to the details given in this job description. You will be asked to explain any discrepancies or anomalies in the information you have provided either on the application form or in your covering letter, as well as any issues arising from references, which we will take up in advance of your interview.

SAFEGUARDING AND CHILD PROTECTION

Harrow School Online is committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the welfare of children and you must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). At interview, we will ask questions about child protection procedures and your suitability to work with children. All teachers at Harrow School Online must comply with our Child Protection Policy Statement, which can be found in our Safeguarding Policy on our website, www.harrowschoolonline.org.

The position is subject to an enhanced DBS check. In addition, the position will be offered subject to the receipt of satisfactory references, proof of qualifications and proof of right to work in the UK.

Harrow School Online is an equal opportunities employer.