Teacher of Science
Camborne Science & International Academy
Cornwall
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2014
- Apply by:
- 28 April 2014
Job overview
Teacher of Science, Cornwall
A number of well qualified colleagues are sought to join our outstanding faculty of Science. We seek the very best teachers who can consistently teach good or better lessons. You will be able to enthuse and motivate our students with your passion for Science and creative teaching, presence and personality. Applications would be considered from all Science specialisms or combinations of Sciences.
Science is a high achieving and dynamic faculty. Results are outstanding and students make excellent progress. In 2013 we achieved our best ever results at GCSE - 93% achieving at least one Grade C or above in Science; whilst 77 % achieved at least a Grade C in two or more Science subjects. These results indicate that the progress shown by students in Science is in the top 3% of the country. Members of the very supportive team are totally committed to ensuring successful outcomes for our students.
At post-16 we currently offer A-level Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Applied Science; which offers an excellent opportunity to teach post 16 students for those who want this experience. Take-up at post 16 is excellent with 75 talented students indicating they wish to study at least one Science subject with us next year. The ability to teach to A level is helpful but not a pre-requisite for the post. There is the opportunity to teach A Level and for those who are less confident the introduction is phased and well supported.
Camborne Science & International Academy is the top performing State School in the County for 5 A-C GCSEs including English and Mathematics at 72%. We are a friendly, dynamic and innovative school in the heart of beautiful West Cornwall, which affords a high quality of life. Our most recent whole school Ofsted (February 2012) described us as a "good school with many outstanding features".
Our school has developed exceptional International Science and Mathematics links with top schools in Japan, Singapore, Thailand, China, South Korea, Canada and Australia. Recent collaboration has involved joint research projects, International Science and Mathematics fairs and competitions, as well as many significant student/staff visits and exchanges. In July 2013 the Science faculty arranged several days of collaborative activities for over 150 international participants, where their passion and enthusiasm for Science could be harnessed. The successful appointees will have the opportunity to participate in this amazing and unique programme.
Applications from experienced colleagues and or Newly Qualified Teachers are equally welcome. We have an outstanding NQT Induction programme to offer support to new staff. The person appointed will be given full support in their career development as we believe that development of staff is a key aspect in raising standards for our students.
We hope you are inspired to seek further details. Apply online or download an application pack by visiting our website www.cambornescience.co.uk. For queries please contact Stephanie Mason (Personnel Manager) on 01209 720237 or email masons@cambornescience.co.uk.
This post has been advertised recently and any previous candidate who wishes their application to be considered do need not to re-apply; please contact Stephanie Mason to advise.
Closing Date: Noon on Monday 28th April 2014
Please note this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check
Camborne Science & International Academy
Cranberry Road,
Camborne,
Cornwall,
TR14 7PP
Telephone: 01209 712280,
Fax: 01209 718139
Group 7: 11-18 Mixed Comprehensive School
NOR: 1350; Sixth Form 200
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About Camborne Science & International Academy
- Camborne Science & International Academy
- Cranberry Road, Camborne
- Cornwall
- TR14 7PP
- United Kingdom
Camborne Science & International Academy (CSIA)
Prides itself on being a school which 'Dares to be Different'. It is a friendly, dynamic and innovative school in the heart of beautiful West Cornwall. As a school, we constantly ask the question 'How can we do better?' and we could never be described as being complacent. The school, which caters for students from Year 7 through to Sixth Form, is at the forefront of a number of major learning initiatives, actively encouraging innovative practices and is committed to raising standards of academic achievement for all. We believe that learning should be continued through life. Our aim is to provide an environment which is both stimulating and challenging so that when students leave this school they have acquired a thirst for further knowledge that may extend beyond their chosen area of study and remain with them for the rest of their lives.
Our mission is to consistently perform as an outstanding and exceptional learning community - we believe our students; staff and local community deserve the best, and make no apology for setting very high traditional standards as regards student behaviour. The staff at the school are conscientious, friendly and loyal, and show great commitment to our students and community.
As a school we currently hold International School Award status and we have developed exceptional International Science and Mathematics links with top schools in Australia, Canada, Japan, Singapore, Thailand, China and South Korea. Recent collaboration has involved joint research projects, International Science and Mathematics fairs and competitions, as well as many significant student/staff visits and exchanges.
The Nexus campus offers students who are especially able a chance to thrive and shine in their chosen fields of study. The Nexus Gifted Programme offers a bespoke curriculum designed to engage and challenge gifted learners. Alongside this specially designed curriculum, students experience a rich co-curricular programme that complements the curriculum and deepens and develops the scholarship of these students. Students keep a broad and balanced curriculum but can choose to specialise in STEM or Liberal Arts fields after Year 9.
Our VI Form offers a wide range of A-Levels and equivalent courses. We are fortunate to attract students who wish to follow an academic pathway from Camborne and other local schools. VI Form numbers are growing steadily but class sizes are still maintained at a level where individual support can be readily offered.
Results are excellent with a 100% pass rate for the sixth consecutive year across a range of 27 A-Level subjects. Furthermore, the progress made by VI Form students places them in the top 10% of the country and the top state-funded Post 16 provider in Cornwall.
Cornwall School of Mathematics and Science (CSMS)
CSMS provides excellent specialist teaching and enrichment for the most ambitious A Level students in Cornwall, preparing them for the most competitive courses at the best universities in the UK. It is part of the VI Form Academy, which is ranked as the top State-funded STEM A-Level Provider in Cornwall. At CSMS we believe in a traditional approach to teaching and learning. Brilliant specialist teachers and attentive, ambitious learners come together to achieve exceptional results. But we also believe in the modern, the cutting edge and the innovative. Results are only the start of what we do.
Camborne Science & International Academy is an exceptional school with an inspiring ethos, affording employees exciting career opportunities in an outstandingly attractive part of the country with a first-rate quality of life.
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