Science Teacher
Droylsden Academy
Tameside
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Temporary
- Start date:
- November 2014
- Apply by:
- 10 October 2014
Job overview
Temporary (November 2014 - April 2015)
Do you have what it takes to make a difference in a rapidly improving school?
This is a very exciting time to join Droylsden Academy. Our vision is to become one of the few outstanding schools in Manchester and we are building a team of committed professionals to make sure our vision becomes reality.
If you really believe in every child and have the passion required to make a difference then we might have the job for you. We're investing heavily in all our staff to make sure Droylsden Academy becomes a centre of excellence for teaching and staff development.
The vision for the Science team is to be outstanding; we want students to be engaged, challenged and successful. Teaching is innovative, relevant, exciting and transformational. As a key specialism within the Academy, Science will take a lead in raising standards in teaching, attainment and innovation.
We can offer;
- Outstanding facilities
- A fantastic student body
- Friendly and supportive staff
- Unparalleled staff development
Please see the vacancies page on our Website www.droylsdenacademy.com for more information, or contact us direct on 0161 301 7600 or admin@droylsdenacademy.com.
Closing date: Friday 10th October 2014
Interview date: Thursday 16th October 2014
The Principal, Karl Mackey will be holding a tour of the Academy for all potential candidates on
Monday 6th October from 9-11am. Please contact Lisa Barber in Human Resources (0161 301 7607) if would like to reserve a place on the tour.
The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The offer of employment in respect of this post will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check.
Tameside College is the proud sponsor of Droylsden Academy.
About Droylsden Academy
Droylsden Academy is an 11-16 Co-Educational School in Tameside, Greater Manchester. It is currently rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted (2022 and 2017). The Academy serves over 900 students and employs over 100 teachers and support staff. The school is heavily over-subscribed, has an impressive state -of-the art modern building and is in a very strong financial position.
The Tame River Educational Trust was founded in January 2022, with Droylsden Academy as its founding member. Our Multi Academy Trust (MAT) is a sponsored Trust (sponsored by Tameside College and Clarendon Sixth Form) and currently has one secondary school and an Associate Member secondary school (soon to become a full member).
Our Trust mission is to challenge educational and social disadvantage by hosting a family of great community-based schools in which to learn, teach and belong. Our Trust promotes learning, develops character, values diversity and builds cultural capital. By the age of 16 we want every student to progress to suitably challenging post-16 studies or apprenticeships.
Please have a look at our Trust website for more details at: https://www.droylsdenacademy.com/tret/417608.html.
Co-Headteachers
Mr E Mayell and Mrs G Arnold
Values and vision
Droylsden Academy is built on three core values. Our school encourages students to become great learners through hard work, politeness and honesty
Ofsted Report
Droylsden Academy is a good school:
“Pupils are proud to attend Droylsden Academy”
“Pupils are happy and accepting of each other’s differences. The school is a place where they can be themselves”
“Teachers’ expectations of pupils’ behaviour and academic achievement are high. Pupils rise to these standards”
“Pupils behave well and work hard”
“Pupils are expected to develop their character and confidence. They develop leadership skills and they are well prepared for life in modern Britain”
“Teachers are successful in helping pupils to deepen their understanding of ideas and concepts across the curriculum. Effective support helps pupils remember more over time”
“An extensive programme of pastoral support and life lessons ensures that pupils learn about healthy relationships and the wider world”
“Pupils benefit from an extensive range of extra-curricular clubs”
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