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Teacher of Science

Teacher of Science

The Piggott School

Wokingham

Salary:
MPR / UPR
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2015
Apply by:
20 April 2015

Job overview

We are looking for a full-time, committed and enthusiastic teacher of Science to join a large and well-resourced department with excellent results at all levels. The successful candidate will be required to teach Science across the age and ability range and their specialist subject to ‘A’ level. An enthusiastic, committed and forward looking teacher is required. This position is suitable for either an experienced teacher or a Newly Qualified Teacher.

We wish to appoint a colleague who:

  • is an outstanding teacher
  • has the flair, energy and ability to bring the out the best in young people

The Piggott School has:

  • 87% A* - C GCSE and 72% 5A* - C A2 (E&M) 2014
  • SIG + for achievement in RAISEonline
  • high performing Sixth Form (ALPS 2) with 84% A* - C in 2014

The school is a mixed Church of England Academy, 1258 on roll (237 in Sixth Form), situated between Maidenhead and Reading.

The job description and application form can be found on our website at www.piggott.wokingham.sch.uk.

To apply please complete a covering letter and application form and e-mail to: vacancies@piggott.wokingham.sch.uk.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to Satisfactory Disclosure Clearance.

Closing date: 10am, Monday 20 April 2015
Interview date: Wednesday 22 April 2015

The Piggott School
A Church of England Academy
Twyford Road, Wargrave, Reading RG10 8DS
Telephone: 0118 940 2357
Headteacher: Mr D J Gray MA, NPQH
A Church of England Academy

About The Piggott School

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+44 118 940 2357

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About The Piggott School

Thank you for your interest in joining our community at The Piggott School. We are an extremely successful, oversubscribed, and happy co-educational academy. Our senior school site is on the outskirts of Wargrave (near Twyford) and our primary school site is in the village of Charvil.

The Piggott School was established in 1939 and, together with our primary site at Charvil, we are an all-through 4-18, mixed, comprehensive school with a higher-than-average ability intake. The Piggott School senior site has 1620 students and 175 staff.

Our mission is to be a school which inspires and encourages the highest achievement for each and every child. I believe that our school provides the correct balance and blend of academic challenge, personal care and enrichment that fosters the holistic development of every student.

We are extremely proud of our results, both at GCSE and A level/Level 3 learning. The results achieved in Summer 2023 reflect the hard work and commitment of the students and staff in our school.

GCSE :  Progress 8 score of +0.8

92 % of pupils passed English Language and 93% of pupils passed Mathematics.

6 subjects achieved 100% pass rate and a further 8 subjects achieved a 95% or higher pass rate.

A level : 34% of all entries were A*- A

63% of all entries were A*-B

84% of all entries were A*-C

Average grade of a B+

The quality of teaching and learning at our school enables us to achieve our aim to help every student to develop into the very best they can be; to be independent in their thinking, to value lifelong learning, to be open to new ideas, to encourage respect and tolerance.

The care and guidance offered at our school by the outstanding staff provide a culture and ethos which successfully help every child feel safe, happy, and challenged. Our students are a delight to teach, and we work hard to ensure that all members of the school community can flourish. I urge you to read our Ofsted and SIAMs reports on our website.

Mrs R Alexander

Headteacher

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