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Head of Physics

Bushey Meads School, Bushey, Hertfordshire, WD23 4PA

This job expired on 7 October 2024 – see similar jobs

• Start date details

  January 2025

• Closing date

  7 October 2024 at 9am

• Date listed

  2 October 2024

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subjects: Physics, Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £31,350.00 - £47,839.00 Annually (FTE) Teavhers main payscle + TLR2a (£3,214pa) London Fringe

Head of Physics job summary

Are you looking for a new opportunity?

Can you transform student outcomes in Science through creativity and flair in the classroom?

If so, we are looking to appoint an outstanding teacher and experienced leader as our Head of Physics. You will have the ability to inspire students and staff through your passion for the subject and have a firm belief in the potential of all.

As Head of Physics you will have excellent interpersonal skills, a proven record of raising standards, be innovative and inspiring and have the relevant skills to turn ideas and opportunities into success. We are looking for someone who is forward thinking and who will contribute towards the achievement of targets using teaching strategies that stimulate learning appropriate to student needs and the demands of the syllabus ensuring that all students receive a good or better teaching and learning experience in Physics. The ability to teach Physics to KS5 is essential. A TLR allowance is available for an exceptional candidate or someone with suitable experience looking to take on additional leadership responsibility.

What we are looking for:

• A professional who is forward thinking and capable of inspiring students through their passion for science.
• A successful teacher who believes in bringing out the best in every student and who believes in the potential of all.
• Applications are welcome from candidates with previous experience of similar roles or from physics specialists looking for the next step into leadership.

Why choose our school?

• We offer excellent opportunities for professional development and a bespoke programme of support and training based on individual needs
• Transport links are excellent with the M1, M25, A1 and A41 being close by
• Heavily subsidised childcare at our Little Gems Nursery
• Free gym membership to all employees across the Bushey St James Trust
• Employee Assistance Programme for support and guidance on health, legal and personal matters
• Eye Care Voucher Scheme
• Bike to Work Scheme

Full details of the vacancy can be found on our website www.busheymeads.org.uk along with further information about the school. Alternatively, please contact the HR team on 020 8955 8833.

To apply for this full-time post please send in a completed application form along with a covering letter, addressed to Mr J Turner, Executive Principal. Your completed application form and letter should be returned to Sheniece Fyffe, HR Manager by post or by email to recruitment@busheymeads.org.uk by the deadline. Please note that CVs and late applications will not be accepted and you must have the right to work in the UK.

Closing Date for applications: Monday 7th October 2024 (9am)

Interviews: TBC

We reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date, so early applications are advised.

Bushey St James Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An offer of employment will be subject to a number of pe-employment checks including ID and Right to Work in the UK, satisfactory written references, occupational health check and a successful Enhanced DBS check.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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About Bushey Meads School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1213 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Bushey Meads School website (opens in new tab)
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