Lead Teacher of Science

Nottingham University Samworth Academy wish to appoint a talented and enthusiastic lead teacher to join our school. A specialism in Chemistry or Physics would be advantageous.

We are looking for a motivated individual who can be part of our exciting journey, an individual who has the enthusiasm and high aspirations to support our pupils to achieve their very best. We are seeking a candidate with a track record of raising educational standards, an excellent teacher and an effective teacher who can lead by example.

Working at Nottingham University Samworth Academy will be an exciting and challenging chapter in the career of any teacher. This is a tremendous opportunity to make a difference to the lives of young people, and will suit an ambitious professional looking for a challenging role. Details of the responsibility attached to the role will be confirmed, dependent upon previous experience and professional profile of the successful candidate.

Nottingham University Samworth Academy is a modern, state-of-the-art secondary school, currently working in partnership with the Torch Academy Gateway Trust. With a diverse student body and fantastic facilities, NUSA is a school which offers new challenges and professional rewards for staff, with excellent opportunities for career progression. NUSA is an improving school with great prospects for new staff members and offers the opportunity to work in a truly modern educational environment.

Nottingham University Samworth Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring service search before employment.

The Samworth University Academy Trust is a partnership between the University of Nottingham and the Samworth Trust. The Nottingham University Samworth Academy was created by the trust and opened in 2009.

The Torch Academy Gateway Trust (TAGT) is a dynamic and growing Multi Academy Trust Group based in the East Midlands. Our Trust Group, comprising Toot Hill School, Meden School, Nottingham Free School and Birklands Primary School, is committed to providing high quality education to all of our students, regardless of their backgrounds. TAGT is also currently working in partnership with Nottingham University Samworth Academy.

With a range of schools in the trust serving a variety of different communities, opportunities for career progression and wider professional experiences are extensive. We have outstanding CPD provision across our schools, supported by our Teaching School Alliance, which links 23 schools together, sharing effective practice and developing new models for staff development. We also have a unique programme designed to provide middle and senior leaders with all the skills required to develop their careers.

Contact Name Alison Ingram
Telephone Number 0115 9291492
Applications to be sent to a.ingram@nusa.org.uk

Closing Date 06.10.14 at 10 am
Interview Dates 10.10.14

Employer Information
Organisation Name Nottingham University Samworth Academy
Organisation Type Mainstream
Phase Secondary
Funding Status Academy
Gender Mixed
Age Range 11 - 18 years

Location & Contacts
Address Bramhall Road, Bilborough, Nottingham NG8 4HY
Telephone 0115 9291492
Website www.nusa.org.uk
Email info@nusa.org.uk