About Us

This is an extremely exciting time to Join Croxley Danes School:

• We received our first Ofsted inspection in January 2022 and were judged to be ‘good’ in every category. 

• We received our first set of GCSE results in August 2022. The validated Progress 8 score for this comprehensive cohort was +0.44 and the students’ attainment surpassed both National and Hertfordshire averages - for example 82% of students attained grades 9-4 in English and Maths compared to 2019 figures of 65% nationally and 73% in Hertfordshire. Our validated 2023 GCSE results were just as strong, with a Progress 8 score of +0.35.

• We opened our Sixth Form in September 2022 with 95 students in the first cohort, studying 22 A-Level courses (including Music), one BTEC and one Level 3 course in Food Science and Nutrition.

• As we expand our Sixth Form provision to include Year 12 and Year 13 in September 2023, we are seeking to employ additional staff.

We are seeking a part time Teacher of Sociology & Psychology to join our team at Croxley Danes School. 

We would like you to have:

Experience:

• Holder of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Have a genuine passion for Sociology & Psychology and the teaching of Sociology & Psychology

• Display a high level of professionalism at all times

• A natural aptitude to model the Trust’s core behaviours – ‘We display transparency, kindness and respect in all our interactions with others, and support each other in all our endeavours. We are tenacious in our desire to make the difference together’.

We can offer:

• A positive working environment within an extremely well-resourced school.

• The support of a highly professional and committed staff team and the opportunity to expand your professional networks beyond the Trust through our external partnerships

• The opportunity to develop your career within an expanding multi academy trust with a track record of excellent student attainment and achievement

• Exceptional professional development opportunities both within the Trust and across the Teaching School Alliance

The Trust is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

How to make an application:  

• Please read the attached Appointment Brief before completing your application.  

• To apply, complete the My New Term Application Form using the Supporting Statement section of the form to detail your suitability for the role, your motivation for making an application and how your knowledge, experience and training meet the person specification.

• The vacancy closes at 9am Monday 29th April 2024, however, early application is advised as we reserve the right to close the advert early should suitable applicants be found. 

• Interviews: Week commencing Monday 29th April 2024

• If you have any questions or would like to discuss this role further, please email: recruitment@danesedtrust.org.uk 

Website: www.croxleydanes.org.uk. / www.daneseducationaltrust.org.uk 

School Address: Baldwins Lane, Croxley Green, Hertfordshire WD3 3LR

E-mail: recruitment@danesedtrust.org.uk

Danes Educational Trust Address: C/o St Clement Danes School, Chenies Road, Chorleywood, Hertfordshire WD3 6EW

Tel: 01923 589699