Teacher of Science
The Norton Knatchbull School, Ashford, Kent, TN24 0QJThis job expired on 7 June 2024 – see similar jobs
Start date details
September 2024
Closing date
7 June 2024 at 9am
Date listed
23 May 2024
Job details
Job role
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Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS
What skills and experience we're looking for
- This post is suitable for an ECT or equally a more experienced colleague looking for a new challenge. The successful applicant will join a large, supportive and cohesive faculty. The successful candidate will be expected to teach all three sciences up to GCSE and the ability to offer an A Level subject would also be desirable. Experienced colleagues will be expected to be demonstrate a proven track record of examination success –and in the case of an ECT evidence of the potential to do so.
- We are looking for an excellent classroom practitioner who can inspire both colleagues and students and lead by example. We welcome applicants from either selective or wide ability settings, who are keen to work with high achieving and motivated students in a strong and growing department, with improving results and a growing number of students studying Science at A Level in recent years.
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At The Norton Knatchbull School the majority of students study the three Sciences separately at
GCSE. Student engagement and interest across all year groups is positive and beyond the classroom
students engage in a wide range of extra-curricular activities in Science and STEM activities. The
Science Department is well equipped with 12 laboratories, including two new laboratories within
our Digital Learning Centre.
What the school offers its staff
NKS is committed to the Continuing Professional Development of all our staff. We support our employees in career development and respect initiative and ambition. As such we are committed to using Performance Management; formal and informal training; coaching and mentoring; and peer support to ensure the progression of our staff. In return we expect commitment and a desire to improve and excel from our colleagues.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Norton Knatchbull School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.
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About The Norton Knatchbull School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
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- School size
- 1274 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- The Norton Knatchbull School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- cdunton@nks.kent.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01233620045
The Norton Knatchbull School is a popular and highly regarded selective school for boys aged 11-18 which admits a growing number of girls into its sixth form. Having proudly served the local community of Ashford in Kent since the 17th century, they combine traditional values with a forward-looking and vibrant learning environment where young people are nurtured to become considerate, confident and well-rounded individuals.
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