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Science Teacher

Sharples School, Bolton, Lancashire, BL1 8SN

This job expired on 13 June 2022 – see similar jobs

• Job start date

  1 September 2022

• Closing date

  13 June 2022 at 9am

• Date listed

  27 May 2022

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - 1 year in the first instance
• Full-time equivalent salary: T1 - T9 (£25,714 - £41,604)

Science Teacher job summary

A caring, inclusive learning community where pupils achieve well.’ (Ofsted)

Manchester Evening News “School in the Community” 2020

2019 Progress 8 score + 0.52

Teacher of Science
T1-T9 (£25,714 - £41,604)

Fixed term post effective from 1st September 2022 to 31st August 2023
in the first instance

Do you want to be part of the Sharples’ success story?

Sharples Science Specialist College is an over-subscribed, 11-16 mixed comprehensive with over 1,100 pupils on roll, situated in the North of Bolton. Science outcomes at Sharples are consistently in the top 10% nationally, with GCSE results of 86% Grade 4-4+ and 75% Grade 5-5+ in 2019. We enjoy outstanding facilities in science, including a suite of 10 labs/classrooms and our own state of the art observatory. The school provides stimulating and innovative opportunities for learning, transforming the aspirations and educational outcomes for all students and the local community. Sharples was judged ‘Good’ at its last inspection in 2019, with areas of outstanding practice.

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher of science to work in our forward-thinking and successful school as we strive to be outstanding in all we do. The post would be suitable for either an Early Career Teacher or an experienced practitioner. Sharples School provides a very effective and supportive induction programme for ECT’s. For experienced members of the profession there are many opportunities within the school to add to their existing range of experience and expertise and lead on aspects of teaching and learning. There are opportunities for working with classes across the ability spectrum and all three sciences at both Key Stage 3 and 4 and to work in a pastoral role as a form tutor.

We require someone who can demonstrate and evidence:-
● excellent communication skills;
● a high level of subject expertise and an in-depth understanding of curriculum pedagogical and assessment issues associated with achieving outstanding results at both key stages;
● excellent teaching and improving student outcomes.

The key areas of responsibility will be:-
● To plan teaching to achieve outstanding progress in students’ learning;
● To set high expectations for students’ behaviour, establishing and maintaining a good standard of discipline through well focused teaching and the development of positive and productive relationships;
● To use a variety of teaching methods and resources, which sustain the momentum of students work and keeps all pupils engaged;
● To use assessment information to inform planning and maximise progress;
● To mark and monitor students work providing constructive feedback and setting appropriate targets to maximise progress.

To apply for this post, download the school application form which should be completed in full and submitted with a letter of application outlining how you meet the requirements of the post. This should be no more than two sides of A4, point 10, and send by e-mail to recruitment@sharplesschool.co.uk no later than 9:00 am on Monday 13th June 2022. Interview date to be confirmed.

Sharples School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the disclosure and barring service. The school operates the local authority no smoking policy and is a no smoking site.

Hill Cot Road
Bolton
BL1 8SN
Tel: 01204 333253

Commitment to safeguarding

Sharples School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the disclosure and barring service.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

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About Sharples School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1198 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Sharples School website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: recruitment@sharplesschool.co.uk
• Phone number: 01204 333253
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/sharples-school (opens in new tab)

Sharples School Multi-Academy Trust is a Group 6, 11-16 mixed comprehensive with 1,100 pupils on roll, situated in the North of Bolton in pleasant surroundings. The school provides stimulating and innovative opportunities for learning, transforming the aspirations and educational outcomes for all students and the local community. Sharples was judged ‘Good’ at its last inspection in 2019, with areas of outstanding practice.

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To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@sharplesschool.co.uk.

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