Teacher of Physics

Weydon School, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 8UG

12 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2023

• Closing date

  11 June 2023 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  20 May 2023

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subjects: Physics, Science
• Working pattern:
  • Full time - Full time or part time options considered. To be discussed at interview.
  • Part time - Full time or part time options considered. To be discussed at interview.
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: £29,344 - £44,919 FTE per annum

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding, innovative and inspirational teacher with the passion and enthusiasm to fulfil a key role in the school as a Teacher of Physics and potential to teach Astronomy, for September 2023. This post would suit somebody looking for their first teaching role, or someone with more experience. The key is that you are enthusiastic and capable of contributing to a highly effective and supportive Science teaching team.

What the school offers its staff

Weydon School is a large, ambitious and outstanding school in an unspoilt area of Surrey within easy reach of London. We are the Lead School for the Weydon Multi Academy Trust, comprising of ourselves, Woolmer Hill School, The Ridgeway School, The Abbey School, Rodborough, Park and Farnham Heath End School. The close proximity of these schools allows lots of opportunities for staff collaboration.

The Times frequently rates Weydon School in the top 10 in the UK for 11-16 schools, and achievements in Science are exceptional. It has been said that we have grammar school outcomes and independent sector facilities; our ongoing and recent successes clearly demonstrate this.

We have our fantastic Faraday block for Science lessons and our existing laboratories are undergoing a period of refurbishment Students are respectful and responsive, and are proud to uphold the strong values of the school. Colleagues and the leadership team are highly supportive. If you join us, you will benefit from our extensive CPD programme organised in conjunction with our teaching school.

We have a large cohort of separate science students. In 2022 our 9-7 percentages were: Biology 69%, Chemistry 67% and Physics 73%. Our Combined science attainment in 2022 was 82% grade 9-4 and 17% grade 9-7. We also offer GCSE Astronomy.

• Fantastic facilities
• Attractive pay scales
• Incredible benefits
• Supportive colleagues
• Excellent in-house CPD
• Career progression

Commitment to safeguarding

Weydon School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures and an enhanced DBS check.

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Weydon - Brochure Science Phy Ast 23 2.pdf - 776 KB (opens in new tab)

About Weydon School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1646 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Weydon School website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: recruitment@weydonschool.surrey.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01252 725 052
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/weydon-school (opens in new tab)

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