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Curriculum Lead - Chemistry

Curriculum Lead - Chemistry

Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys

Kent

  • Expired
Salary:
MPS / UPS plus TLR2c
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
1st September 2024
Apply by:
14 April 2024

Job overview

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Curriculum Lead to support our Head of Science with the ongoing development of KS3, KS4 and KS5 Chemistry.

 

The ideal candidate will be passionate about the Science curriculum and how this can be taught in an inspiring way to maximise student engagement and success. They will be able to provide effective support to the Science department and steer areas of common interest and strategy across the department in order to enhance the quality of learning and achievement. 

 

The successful candidate will be offered a full programme of support and development in order to continue to progress their career, including line management guidance, supported by the Head of Science and an Assistant Headteacher.

 

Principal Accountabilities

Along with the Professional duties of a classroom teacher (as set out in the School Teachers pay & Conditions), there will also be a requirement to:

  • Plan and manage associated resources/teaching materials, teaching programmes, courses of study, methods of teaching and assessment within the delegated area of responsibility;
  • Give guidance, support and encouragement to staff and leading development sessions;
  • Secure the highest standards of pupil achievement, monitoring and evaluation of pupil achievement and setting targets for improvement;
  • Monitor individual and groups of student’s progress against targets within the subject as identified and agreed by HOD and RSL;
  •  Monitor students’ progress and performance in Science (within the delegated area of responsibility) with the class teacher in relation to targets set for each individual, ensuring that personalised interventions are actioned where necessary.

 

The Science department runs smoothly and our students achieve well across Key stages 3 to 5. Our core purpose is to fully engage all our students and ignite their curiosity and determination so they can achieve their full potential. The Science department has eleven laboratories, all fully equipped for high quality teaching and learning; we are further supported by three technicians. We teach the AQA syllabus in KS4, but OCR is KS5.


For the right candidate, there is a potential TLR 2b for Head of Year which can be included with this (please see other job post for the role and responsibilities for this).


Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys is an expanding and rapidly improving selective grammar school. It is undergoing a period of transformational change benefitting from a multi-million pound investment in Tunbridge Wells and a brand new building at our Sevenoaks campus, which opened in September 2021.

 

Staff will benefit from a positive working environment, with strong support for professional development and specialist teaching rooms. We aim for high standards and the pursuit of academic excellence, helping every student to reach their full potential through the development of skills, concepts and knowledge, within the framework of a caring community. Relationships between staff and students are based on trust, mutual respect and a determination to succeed.

 

Please note that we will only accept CV’s if they are accompanied by an application form, which can be found on our website: https://www.twgsb.org.uk/187/vacancies We shall review applications as we receive them.

 

Staff will benefit from a positive working environment, with strong support for professional development and specialist teaching rooms. We aim for high standards and the pursuit of academic excellence, helping every student to reach their full potential through the development of skills, concepts and knowledge, within the framework of a caring community. Relationships between staff and students are based on trust, mutual respect and a determination to succeed.

 

Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys offers Initial Teacher Training (ITT) and other subject specialist training.

Attached documents

About Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys

Headteacher: Amanda Simpson

Location: Tunbridge Wells (TN4 9XB)

Type of School: Community Boys Grammar School

Kent Age range: 11 - 18

Gender: Boys with mixed Sixth Form

Number of students: 1178 plus 328 at Sixth Form

Average class size: 30 in KS3, 23 in KS4, 15 in Sixth Form

Number of teaching and support staff: 160

Date school established: 1956

External recognition: Good Ofsted and Investors in Careers Award

Performance data and Exam results

The School Context

Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys is a successful and popular selective 11-18 dual-site school, with a site in Tunbridge Wells and a brand new site based in Sevenoaks.

At Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys, our curriculum is underpinned by our school values of respect, excellence and determination. Our broad academic curriculum, delivered through the scheduled delivery of lessons and the diverse range of co-curricular activities, provides our students with the opportunity to develop into the individuals we know that they have the potential to become.

We are extremely proud of our excellent academic record and (as a selective school) are committed to achieving the highest standards. That said, our philosophy at Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys is that education is about personal development and should give young people every opportunity to explore and learn about the world around them. We hope to empower our students not only to achieve academic excellence but also to develop into global citizens who will go on to make a positive contribution to society.

Staff will benefit from a positive working environment, with strong support for professional development and specialist teaching rooms. We aim for high standards and the pursuit of academic excellence, helping every student to reach their full potential through the development of skills, concepts and knowledge, within the framework of a caring community. Relationships between staff and students are based on trust, mutual respect and a determination to succeed.

Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys offers Initial Teacher Training (ITT) and other subject specialist training through the Kaizen Teaching School Alliance.


Living and working in Tunbridge Wells

Tunbridge Wells and its immediate environment present an ideal location in which to live and work. The elegance of the Pantiles with its variety of excellent shops and restaurants, the beauty of the surrounding countryside, especially The High Weald, and the wide range of cultural and sporting facilities ensure that there is much to encourage even the most dedicated professional to enjoy some relaxation. The surrounding villages provide excellent residential property within a commutable distance. Tunbridge Wells is also within an hour’s reach of London and is well-served by Gatwick Airport, Ebbsfleet and Ashford for Eurostar connections.

The School benefits from its proximity to Tunbridge Wells Sports Centre. Staff receive a discounted membership. Facilities include swimming pool, diving pool, all the latest gym & fitness equipment, an extensive programme of group exercise classes, indoor cycling studio, kids soft play, café and high-spec changing rooms.

Childcare: The Sports Centre also has a nursery which is popular with staff at TWGSB who have pre-school children.

Benefits

  • TWGSB staff benefits include:
  • Teacher/Support Staff Pension contribution
  • Free Flu Vaccinations
  • Employee Assistant Programme via Health Assure
  • Free Eye Tests
  • Paid Moving Day
  • Car Parking on site
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Access to Kent Rewards (inc Cycle2work, Adult Education discount, discounted high      street cards and vouchers and over 1,200 national and local retailers).
  • Access to health and wellbeing resources.
  • Access to a local nursery (pretty much on site!)

More info can be found here: https://www.twgsb.org.uk/1427/school-site-expansion

School Website

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