Recruitment
Recruitment Statement
The school is committed to the fair treatment of its staff, workers, potential staff/workers and users of its services regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, social, marital or civil status, pregnancy or maternity reasons, having responsibility for dependants, Trade Union involvement or any other grounds irrelevant to the role or service in question.
The school will not treat unfairly, or discriminate against, anyone with a criminal record. Having a criminal record does not mean that an individual will automatically be prevented from obtaining employment or working in this school.
Current Vacancies
HOD Social Science
An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead our Social Sciences Department. Students are taught by an experienced and passionate team of specialist Psychology, Sociology and Social Care teachers who work collaboratively in this highly successful department. We are looking to appoint a Head of Department who can join us from September to inspire, motivate and support our students to reach their potential and take the knowledge, skills and understanding we develop in them into the next stage of their lives. As a result, Social Sciences Department are extremely popular option subjects at A Level.
Fortismere is a high-attaining, mixed foundation secondary school in the heart of Muswell Hill, North London with a strong tradition of excellence. The Co-headteachers are looking to appoint Head of Department for Social Sciences. Our school vision is one which sees education, and the opportunities we make available, as having the potential to transform the lives of our young people. The Social Science Department is well placed in the school to achieve our shared vision – it is one of the leading departments in terms of both attainment and progress. The successful candidate will work with SLT and their department to further improve the academic and extracurricular impact of the department across the school community and will put students at the heart of what they do maintaining outstanding results and progress of our students.
The successful candidate will possess:
- A passion for teaching Social Sciences and promoting this across the team
- Committed to promoting a high quality of teaching and learning within the department
- The ability to work across the Key Stages and deliver inspiring lessons
- Have the ability to use formative and summative data to improve learning
We can offer:
- A friendly work environment and a supportive team
- Pension, Cycle scheme, Season ticket loan, Tech scheme, EAP
- Continuous CPD
- Happy and confident children who enjoy being at school
- A committed Governing Body and an experienced and committed leadership team
Candidates are encouraged to visit the school by prior arrangement. Please contact jobs@fortismere.org.uk for further information or a visit.
Fortismere School is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Closing date for applications is 13th May 2024 12pm
Interview date 16th or 17th May 2024
Mathematics Teacher
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our high-performing Mathematics Department. We are looking to appoint a Mathematics teacher who is passionate about Mathematics and the pursuit of excellence in teaching to join our dynamic and high-achieving Mathematics Department. We are a highly successful department who work collaboratively to inspire and support Mathematics students in learning the knowledge, skills, and understanding that will support them as they move onto the next stage of their lives. As a result, Mathematics and further Mathematics are extremely popular option subjects at A Level.
The successful candidate will be, or have the potential to be, an outstanding teacher. They will be required to teach at all Key Stages.
Fortismere is a high-attaining, mixed foundation secondary school in the heart of Muswell Hill, North London with a strong tradition of excellence. The Co-headteachers are looking to appoint a Mathematics teacher on a fixed term basis. Our school vision is one which sees education, and the opportunities we make available, as having the potential to transform the lives of our young people. The Maths Department is well placed in the school to achieve our shared vision – it is one of the leading departments in terms of both attainment and progress. The successful candidate will work with other post-holders to further improve the academic and extracurricular impact of the department across the school community and will put students at the heart of what they do maintaining outstanding results and progress of our students.
The successful candidate will possess:
- The ability to work across the Key Stages and deliver inspiring lessons
- Committed to collaborative working and passionate about teaching
- Have the ability to use formative and summative data to improve learning
We can offer:
- A friendly work environment and a supportive team
- Pension, Cycle scheme, Season ticket loan, Tech scheme, EAP
- Continuous CPD
- Happy and confident children who enjoy being at school
- A committed Governing Body and an experienced and committed leadership team
Candidates are encouraged to visit the school by prior arrangement. Please contact hr@fortismere.org.uk for further information or a visit.
Fortismere School is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Closing date for applications is 10th May 2024 (5pm)
Interview date W/C 13th May 2024 12 noon
Site Assistant
Fortismere is a high-attaining, mixed foundation secondary school in the heart of Muswell Hill, North London with a strong tradition of excellence. The Co-headteachers are looking to appoint a Site Assistant to join our Premises Team. The successful candidate will be resourceful, knowledgeable, and able maintain the highest standards of repair, cleanliness, and security in our busy school environment.
This an exciting opportunity to be part of the operations team working closely with the Director of Operations and Facilities Manager. You will need to ensure that the schools buildings, site, and furnishings are safe, secure, and maintained to Health and Safety standards.
As a Site Assistant, you will also need to ensure the opening and closing of the school buildings, which will be managed on a rotational basis by the Site Manager between yourself and three other Site Assistant, so you must be flexible as hours could change to accommodate the needs of the school.
The successful candidate will have:
- Knowledge in general maintenance of buildings, DIY, repairs and decoration, cleaning, and general porterage
- A good level of understanding of Health and Safety regulations and how to apply them
- A relevant qualification or working towards one in School Site Management
- The ability to maintain a calm and productive manner with all stakeholders across the school
- Have knowledge of Fire procedures, First Aid procedures and Health and Safety
We can offer:
- A friendly work environment and a supportive team
- Pension, Cycle scheme, Season ticket loan, Tech scheme, EAP
- Continuous CPD
- Happy and confident children who enjoy being at school
- A committed Governing Body and an experienced and committed leadership team
Candidates are encouraged to visit the school by prior arrangement. Please contact the Director of Operations Miss L Prodromou on LProdromou@fortismere.org.uk for further information or a visit.
Fortismere School is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Closing date for applications is 7th of May 2024 12pm
Interview date w/c 13th May 2024
Site Assistant - Job Description
