Teacher of Science
Wheelers Lane Technology College
Birmingham
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPR
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2015
- Apply by:
- 9 October 2014
Job overview
We are seeking to appoint an innovative and enthusiastic teacher to join our strong science faculty from January 2015.
Wheelers Lane is an established and successful school, where 75% of pupils achieve 5 A* - C grades including English and mathematics. 86% of students achieved an A* - C in double science. We also teach triple science and last year 42% achieved an A or A* in GCSE physics, 35% in chemistry and 27% in biology. On the Ofsted data dashboard we are in the top quintile when compared to similar schools for our science attainment. Our state of the art facilities continue to motivate both staff and students, providing an outstanding learning environment.
You will:
- Be passionate about improving outcomes for all our students.
- Have excellent interpersonal skills that you will use to inspire, challenge and motivate staff and students.
We offer:
- A successful, oversubscribed school that is deeply valued by the local community.
- A school where the well-being and progress of each of our students is at the heart of our work.
- A committed and enthusiastic staff and experienced and supportive governing body.
Closing Date: Thursday 9 October 2014, 9am
Further details and an application pack are available via the 'our school' tab on our website at www.wheelerslane.co.uk
Wheelers Lane Technology College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.
Wheelers Lane Technology College, Wheelers Lane, Kings Heath, Birmingham, B13 0SF,
Tel: 0121 444 2864, E-mail: brettellm@wheelerslane.bham.sch.uk
Website: www.wheelerslane.co.uk
About Wheelers Lane Technology College
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- Wheelers Lane Technology College
- Wheelers Lane, Kings Heath, Birmingham
- West Midlands
- B13 0SF
- United Kingdom
Wheelers Lane Technology College is a mainstream, non-denominational secondary school for boys aged 11-16. It is situated in Kings Heath, Birmingham, and it has 682 pupils on its roll. It was rated “outstanding” after its 2014 Ofsted inspection.
Wheelers Lane is a special place where both students and staff feel a real sense of belonging. You walk through the front door and it just feels right.
We care deeply for our students. Their happiness, safety and well-being is our primary concern. Within our caring environment we develop and nurture the values, skills and attributes which create good citizens and lifelong learners. We aim to prepare our pupils to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing society, ready and willing to grasp the opportunities available to them.
We believe in partnership - Wheelers Lane has a wide range of stakeholders and well established links with local businesses and the community.
Headteacher
Scott Wheeldon
Values and vision
Wheelers Lane Technology College prides itself on being a forward-thinking secondary school. It has an outstanding year-on-year record of improvement in academics and in behaviour, attendance and enrichment opportunities.
The school encourages students and staff to value one another’s achievements. It supports pupils to develop high expectations of themselves and what they can achieve. Teachers strive to instil inner confidence and resourcefulness.
Wheelers Lane Technology College has a vision for every member of the school community to play a key role in creating a motivated environment. Each student is helped to reach their learning potential in a safe and enjoyable environment. All students are encouraged to become independent learners and to integrate into society.
Ofsted report
“Boys attain higher standards than all students nationally. The progress they make put the school in the top 3% of schools nationally in 2013. In 2014, an even stronger picture is evident. Students eligible for additional funding achieve higher standards and make better progress than all students nationally; the lower attainment apparent in most schools for such students has been eliminated at Wheelers Lane.”
View Wheelers Lane Technology College’s latest Ofsted report
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