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Teacher of Science

Teacher of Science

Whitburn Church of England Academy

South Tyneside

Salary:
MPS
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2014
Apply by:
25 April 2014

Job overview

Teachers of Science (2posts),   South Tyneside

MPS

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the North East's highest achieving schools; our motto 'Excellence for All' is at the heart of our work. Our most recent Ofsted report graded every aspect of our school "outstanding." We are at an exciting stage in our development having recently been given permission to open a Sixth Form.  Our ethos as an Anglican academy is entirely inclusive and no faith based pupil admission criteria are applied.

The Governors seek to appoint two energetic, imaginative and forward-looking teachers who are outstanding classroom practitioners to join the highly effective Science and Technology Faculty. The ability to successfully teach Chemistry to at least GCSE level is essential, as is the ability to teach Physics and Biology to KS3 and 4, and at least one science subject to A level.  The successful candidates will have energy, commitment and strong ICT skills. We are happy to receive applications from NQTs and experienced teachers.

The successful candidates will have:

  • excellent teaching and classroom management skills 
  • drive, high expectations and a commitment to excellence for all 
  • a commitment to active learning techniques
  • the ability to differentiate effectively across the age and ability range
  • an absolute commitment to pupils and their learning above all else
  • outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
  • strong ICT skills used to enhance learning

The closing date is Noon on Friday 25th April 2014
Interviews will be held in the week beginning Monday 5th May 2014

Application packs are available from the academy website www.whitburncofeacademy.org or main office. Hard copies should be returned to Whitburn Church of England Academy, Whitburn, Sunderland, SR6 7EF, Tel. (0191) 529 3712, Fax. (0191) 529 5569, e-mail office@whitburncofeacademy.org

NOR: 976, 11-16 Mixed Anglican Comprehensive

Whitburn Church of England Academy is an equal opportunities employer and the Academy is strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Certificate of Disclosure from the DBS and be subject to a range of other pre-recruitment checks. Please note that, without exception, written references will be taken up and made available to the Governing Body BEFORE the final selection stage.

 

About Whitburn Church of England Academy

The Academy aims to develop its spiritual ethos in accordance with Christian principles and values.  The Academy will work in partnership with the church at Parish and Diocesan level and under the guidance of the Church of England.  The Academy aims to serve its community by providing an education of the highest quality.  It encourages an understanding of the meaning and significance of a spiritual dimension in all our lives.  It will support the development of moral values and of a rich and fulfilling spiritual life for all.  It will support those of Christian faith within the context of Christian belief and practice and will respect and encourage those of other faiths and no faith.

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Applications closed