Teacher of Science (Chemistry)
Swindon Academy
Swindon
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2015
- Apply by:
- 10 November 2014
Job overview
A Chance to Join the First 0- 19 Academy in the UK
Bordering on the beautiful Cotswolds and within commuting distance of Bristol and Bath
Swindon Academy, are looking to appoint an exceptional teacher of Science to join them in January 2015.
Swindon Academy opened in September 2007 with a commitment to raise standards and create new opportunities for generations of students in Swindon. The academy has made incredible progress since opening, with a growing reputation in the local community for high expectations, an innovative curriculum, and firm discipline.
Swindon Academy's recent Ofsted report confirmed that, "the Executive Principal, Secondary Principal and Primary Principal are visionary in their approach and work with a relentless determination to bring about rapid improvement. They have clearly communicated their vision to the staff, who are working with commitment and enthusiasm to move the academy forward." (Ofsted, January 2013.)
We also enjoy the benefits of being part of a 0 - 19 academy, with opportunities to share good practice and collaborate with colleagues across every phase of education.
You will be joining the academy at a very exciting time in its development and will benefit from working in a fast paced and innovative environment, making a significant difference to the lives of children and young people.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and ambitious colleague to join our successful Science team. Science is a leading department in the Academy, enjoying the benefits of our dual specialisms in Science and Business Enterprise and exciting partnerships with Honda and Marlborough College. We have a successful Science department offering a range of qualifications. At Key Stage 4, we offer Double Award Science and Vocational Courses. In the Sixth Form, we offer a full suite of A Level courses and BTEC Level 3 Science.
The person appointed will be an exceptional teacher of Science who is passionate about working with young people of all abilities. They will prepare carefully, deliver with enthusiasm and drive, and assess in detail. They will be confident to teach Chemistry at GCSE and A Level. As well as welcoming applications from experienced teachers, the school can offer an excellent support network and induction programme for Newly Qualified Teachers who are committed to helping young people realise their potential.
Our academy is a vibrant learning community, enriched by an ethos of hard work, care, tolerance and discipline where every student is expected to aim high and outperform their previous best.
If you would like to contribute to our exciting future please visit our website www.hays.co.uk/jobs/swindonacademy or contact Kris Taylor on 0117 927 9369 kristopher.taylor@hays.com for an application form.
If you would like to arrange and appointment for an informal discussion or opportunity to visit the academy please contact Kris Taylor on 0117 927 9369.
Closing date: 10th November - 12 Noon
Interview dates: TBC
SWINDON ACADEMY
About Swindon Academy
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When Swindon Academy opened in September 2007, it was the first 0 - 19 Academy in the country. We now operate from two sites, one in Pinehurst (Nursery - Sixth Form) and one in Penhill (Nursery - Year 6). Swindon Academy is proud to be able to provide excellent teaching facilities on both sites. The state-of-the-art facilities in the new building at Beech Avenue must be seen to be believed!
We are a successful and happy academy with our enthusiastic students, ambitious staff, supportive parents and committed governors.
We are all very proud of our academy and its successes, such as our greatly improved examination results and the wide range of enrichment activities we offer. We make no secret of striving for excellence in every aspect of school life - and for all children.
We treat children as individuals and we are strongly committed to equality of opportunity. We want all children to succeed both academically and socially so that they may be well prepared for adult life in a changing society.
Surrounded by beautiful countryside, Swindon is within reach of many tourist attractions. Swindon is a vibrant, modern town with an exciting combination of a cutting edge technological industry intertwined with a rich industrial heritage. Swindon is an area where the local economy is buoyant and the unemployment rate is very low.
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