Beginning Teachers

We welcome applications from newly qualified teachers.

It is important to have a balanced mix of teaching experience and to this end we manage a comprehensive induction and mentoring programme to support teachers starting their career at St Cuthbert’s College.

As a beginning teacher you can expect a programme of supervision and guidance that will develop your skills, knowledge and values while fulfilling the requirements for teacher registration and working effectively in the
St Cuthbert’s College environment.

This programme will include, and is not limited to:
• a dedicated mentor and/or supervisory teacher for advice, guidance, regular meetings and feedback
• formal observations, planning, meetings and feedback from a senior HOD/TIC/Dean
• clear induction to College organisational routines, systems, procedures and philosophy eg: ICT, Thinking Skills, pastoral strategies
• fostering your ability to encourage students to learn
• developing your competence in your curriculum area
• developing teaching techniques and classroom management skills
• assistance in lesson planning, preparation and evaluation of work programmes
• a clear and inclusive appraisal process
• identifying short and long term goals
• sufficient time provided for professional development opportunities

To view a sample position description for a beginning teacher, please click on the link below.

'I am very impressed with the help and assistance offered to me as a BT. My tutor teacher and other colleagues have been very responsive to my questions and without fail, everyone is happy to support me in my role.  All the staff at every level are very approachable, and I feel very welcome at St Cuthbert's.'

Helen Fleming, Beginning Teacher, International Languages Department

“St Cuthbert's is a fabulous place to teach. The college itself is a beautiful environment to work in, with superb classroom facilities and resources. A strong philosophy of excellence permeates the entire school, from the management all the way through to the students. I was made to feel extremely welcome by all of the staff from day one. The school has systems in place to help with every problem that might be encountered, with support personnel who are always happy to help, no matter how trivial the issue. Most importantly, the collegiality of my department has made coming to work each day an absolute pleasure. A supportive, friendly environment with a strong focus on teaching for excellence, what more could a beginning teacher ask for?”

Leon Birt, Beginning Teacher, English Department