Teacher of Science
The De Montfort School
Worcestershire
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2015
- Apply by:
- 13 April 2015
Job overview
Join Us On Our Journey To Exceptional
Do you want to make a difference?
Are you Inspirational?
Do you constantly want to improve as a Professional?
Do you enjoy Teamwork?
In our quest to become exceptional, The De Montfort School is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and dynamic teacher of Science. This is an exciting opportunity to join our enthusiastic Science Team.
We know that long term success does not come in a straight line and after many years of good results our 2014 Key Stage 4 results were extremely disappointing. Our staff, students, parents and governors have, however, collectively rallied and in, applying for this post, you will be joining a school at a time of rapid improvement. We are delighted with the excellent rate of progress being made across all year groups. Please do see Ofsted ‘Parent View’, where you can see how supportive parents have been and the evidence of our progress.
We have unswervingly high expectations of each other and our students and have much to be proud of. The challenge now is to turn our aspirations into reality.
If you are...
- Passionate about raising aspirations and improving educational life chances
- A positive role model, clear-thinking and outward-looking
- A team player with excellent interpersonal skills
- An outstanding, or have the potential to be an outstanding teacher, who can enthuse and inspire
- Aspirational towards quickly establishing yourself in a leading role
…then, please request an application pack from Kim Watters, PA to Headteacher on 01386 444390: kwatters@tdms.worcs.sch.uk or download one from our website: www.tdms.worcs.sch.uk
If you wish to have an informal chat please contact Mr Guy Nichols, Headteacher to discuss the role. We welcome visits and our students would be delighted to show you their school.
Closing date: Monday, 13th April 2015 - Noon
Shortlisting date: Monday, 13th April 2015 - PM
Interview date: tbc
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check will be required for this post.
The De Montfort School - www.tdms.worcs.sch.uk
Middle School, Four Pools Lane, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 1DL
High School, Four Pools Road, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 1DQ
About The De Montfort School
The De Montfort School is a mixed, non-selective, non-denominational all-through school with sixth form situated in Worcestershire serving students from the age of 10-18. The school, situated in Evesham has approximately 828 students on record.
Formerly known as The Federation of Evesham High School & Simon de Montfort Middle School and Evesham County Secondary School, The De Montfort School was identified as good by Ofsted in 2011.
Headteacher
Mr Guy Nichols
Values and vision
The De Montfort School has five core values: “the highest expectations and a genuine sense of pride, developing safe and healthy lifestyles, developing lifelong skills, respect for others and realising potential”. The secondary school’s vision is for all students to achieve to the best of their ability and build their self-belief and confidence in order to thrive, with the motto: “Unlocking your child’s potential”. The school wishes to develop strong partnerships with parents and offers an “open door” policy, along with an active Parent Voice Team. Student’s leadership skills are practiced through an active Student Leadership Scheme and Head and Deputy Boys and Girls. Students are encouraged to get involved with extra-curricular activities to expand their experiences outside the classroom, which range from sports clubs to music lessons. The De Montfort School holds specialism in Maths and Computing. It also holds awards including a National Healthy Schools status, the Artsmark Gold and the Sports Active Mark. It was awarded a Leading Aspect Award for its work with its federated partner middle school in 2010.
Ofsted
“Students are fortunate to experience much good and some outstanding teaching that shares a number of common features. Lessons are structured well, positive relationships exist between staff and students, and teachers’ strong subject knowledge and well-chosen resources help to motivate students.”
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