Teacher of Science

TEACHER OF SCIENCE

Full time / Full year / Permanent

MPS-UPS £30,000 – £46,525 per annum

Part time would be considered

Start date June/July/September 2024

Opportunity for an R&R for the right candidate

Required for a June, July or September 2024, a high quality Teacher of Science to join a successful and experienced team within this high achieving school. This high attaining department is looking for either experienced or newly qualified teachers with a passion for Science and a commitment to the success of all pupils. The ability to teach across KS3&4 is essential.

The Science team at Willingdon currently consists of ten teachers. They are supported by a team of Science Technicians. The Science department is a vibrant inclusive group of individuals all striving to encourage more students to study science beyond school and college. We have expanded our range of extra-curricular activities this year to include things such as STEM clubs, robotics groups, advanced science programs, trips to the national science museum, entering Olympiad competitions, but we are always looking for new and exciting ventures.

In Years 7 and 8, students follow the Collins Scheme of Work. Students are taught biology, chemistry and physics modules, each module lasting for approximately eight lessons. Knowledge and skills acquired by students are assessed at the end of each module. The aim of this course is to introduce students to the ideas covered at KS4 and provide them with the essential prior knowledge required to embark on the GCSE curriculum. In Years 9, 10 and 11 all students work towards completing biology, chemistry and physics GCSEs. Each class currently has one teacher to deliver all of the specialisms. The modular approach started at KS3 is continued into KS4 and modules from each specialism are taught in rotation. At the end of each module, students sit a summative assessment which generates an attainment grade for that module.

Regardless of past levels of success, the striving for excellence never stops.

Our Vision Statement:

We are Willingdon

We are a united, vibrant community which demonstrates personal excellence in all that we do. Learning at Willingdon transforms lives by igniting curiosity and expecting the very best from staff and students alike. We value opportunities, aiming for success today to prepare for challenges and opportunities tomorrow. We are respectful, compassionate and courteous to empower each other on our unique learning journeys. We look after ourselves and each other, and show empathy, respect and compassion to all people and our environment along the way. We encourage tolerance, resilience and reflection, which in turn allows everyone to make progress every lesson. We work together as a harmonious community to be the very best versions of ourselves.

This makes us Willingdon.

Willingdon Community School is a high-achieving and over-subscribed (NOR 1040), 11-16, comprehensive school serving largely, the Eastbourne and Polegate area. We are committed to talent management and ensuring that all support and teaching staff are given the opportunity to develop and progress their careers. 

The school is a leading member of a number of local educational groups and partnerships, such as the Eastbourne Schools Partnership (ESP) which brings many and varied learning opportunities to both teachers and students, particularly via our links with Eastbourne College. We are a member of the SSAT, the Key and PIXL and have excellent links with outstanding schools up and down the country. 

The CPD and talent management of our staff is given a very high priority as we believe this is a vitally important part of improving outcomes for young people as well as invigorating teachers` passion for their areas. We recently hosted Bill Rogers who spoke to schools across the South East region about effective behaviour management. 

Working at Willingdon School

Staff wellbeing is of paramount importance to us at Willingdon Community School. We can offer the successful candidate:

·        A clear purpose. We are here to develop personal excellence and help staff and students be the very best versions of themselves.

·        Lots of opportunities to observe others and feedback. We don’t grade lessons and feedback is developmental.

·        Regular opportunities for staff voice directly to the Headteacher.

·        On appointment, a full induction day is arranged to ensure you are supported with the transition to your new role.

·        50% off Benenden Health Care scheme. 

·        Opportunity to join Bupa Dental Plan which provides varying contributions to NHS and private dental services.

·   Weekly staff fitness sessions.

·        We offer Mental Health First Aid to all staff which is a two day qualification. 

·        An Employee Assistance Programme via the County Council, this service is provided by ‘Care First’, they offer advice, information, emotional support and counselling.

·        Annual Flu Vaccination is provided in the autumn term and paid for by the school.

·        Access to the ESCC My Staff Shop which gives access to a wide range of tax efficient benefits and discounts from national and local businesses.

·        The Love 2 shop membership card (linked to My Staff Shop) is a reloadable gift card which can be spent at a number of major retailers.

·        Bike Scheme, this is a salary sacrifice scheme that produces a saving of up to 32% compared to buying a bike upfront.

·        A free coffee machine is ready for you during break and lunch time.

·        Invitations to whole school social events such as our Christmas party which is subsidised as a thank you to staff, and other gatherings to celebrate success.

·        Local business discounts for Willingdon Community School staff.

·        And more!

We believe that happy teachers make happy children and therefore do our utmost to support our staff. 

Willingdon Community School is committed to child protection/safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this duty of care. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment procedures and will require satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

We advise applying promptly for this position as we reserve the right to close and interview early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.