Teacher of Science
Humphry Davy School, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 2TGThis job expired on 16 June 2023 – see similar jobs
Start date details
January 2024 or earlier by negotiation
Closing date
16 June 2023 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
6 June 2023
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time: Working Pattern: Full time – Up to full time (1.0 fte) Part time – As a family friendly employer, we welcome applications from those seeking a part time role Flexible working – Applications are also welcome from prospective applicants able to contribute to other curriculum subject areas.
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS1 - UPR3
Additional allowances
2 year recruitment and retention payment available
What skills and experience we're looking for
Required for the new academic year (January 2024 start or earlier by negotiation), a creative, aspiring and reflective teacher with a passion for Science to join our dedicated department of experienced, supportive and inspirational staff working in our well-resourced Science faculty.
We strive at Humphry Davy School to nurture ‘a true sense of belonging’ with strong, mutually respectful relationships core to our success. Our Science Faculty is integral to our success, inspiring students to think about and engage with the World around them and to build on their own experiences and knowledge.
What the school offers its staff
This is an exciting opportunity to join our popular and successful school in beautiful West Cornwall. Ofsted (Short Inspection November 2016) judged the school as ‘good’ and stated, “Across the school we found that pupils were very keen to learn. Pupils we spoke with enjoy coming to school and feel that they are making good progress. Pupils are well-mannered and keen to tell visitors how good the school is and how it keeps them safe”. A more recent visit in July 2022 by the LA education effectiveness team highlighted how staff create a positive atmosphere and inclusive ethos, leading to all students having a sense of belonging to the Humphry Davy Community.
We value our long-standing and well-deserved reputation for a cooperative and inclusive ethos which encourages, supports and develops students of all abilities. Our staff are recognised as sharing this strong commitment to raising standards, and there are plenty of opportunities to get involved beyond your core responsibilities if you so choose.
Applications are welcome from both NQTs and other teachers looking to broaden their experience who share our vision to create an inspiring and vibrant place for learning that enriches, and is a valued part of the Penzance community. The applicant appointed can be assured of our full support in their further professional and career development.
If you have the energy, drive and inspiration, we look forward to hearing from you.
For further details, including application form, please visit our school website www.humphry-davy.cornwall.sch.uk
Further details about the role
What the school offers its staff
- A school located in beautiful west Cornwall with a genuine family atmosphere.
- The successful candidate can be
assured of our full support in pursuit of their career goals. The development
of staff is fundamental to raising standards
- We complement our high quality whole school programme with opportunities to pursue the full range of NPQ’s including the NPQ Leading Teaching.
- The full range of staff well being and support can be found in our policy available on the school website, but includes:
o Access to Health and Wellbeing support through the ‘Schools Advisory Service’ including 24-hour GP access, Physiotherapy, some private Medical operations, Counselling & Mindfulness and Staff wellbeing clinics.
o Termly wellbeing events where staff can learn a new craft, socialize and generally ‘have fun’ as a community!
o Flexible working options in pursuit of a work/life balance
o An ‘open door’ policy to ensure staff are able to easily seek advice, share thoughts and help us develop our policy and practice.
- Access to the Cornwall Council ‘One and All Employee Benefits’ including ‘Techscheme’, Cycle to Work scheme, Discounted memberships and 'on-line’ and ‘in-store’ discounts including major high street stores.
Commitment to safeguarding
Humphry Davy School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to pre employment checks which include applying for an enhanced DBS disclosure.
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About Humphry Davy School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 804 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Humphry Davy School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- sgreet@humphry-davy.cornwall.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01736 352569
Humphry Davy School is situated in beautiful West Cornwall and is committed to ensuring the highest quality of education for all our students. Ofsted (Short Inspection November 2016) judged the school as ‘good’ and stated, “Across the school we found that pupils were very keen to learn. Pupils we spoke with enjoy coming to school and feel that they are making good progress. Pupils are well-mannered and keen to tell visitors how good the school is and how it keeps them safe”. A more recent visit in July 2022 by the LA education effectiveness team highlighted how staff create a positive atmosphere and inclusive ethos, leading to all students having a sense of belonging to the Humphry Davy Community.
We look forward to the publication of the most recent report, following inspection in May 2023
Arranging a visit to Humphry Davy School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email sgreet@humphry-davy.cornwall.sch.uk.
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