Teacher of Science
Friesland School, Sandiacre, Nottinghamshire, NG10 5AFThis job expired on 14 November 2021 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 January 2022
Closing date
14 November 2021 at 11:59pm
Date listed
26 October 2021
Job details
Job role
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Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term - Until 31.08.2022
Full-time equivalent salary
- Main / Upper Pay Scale £25,714 to £41,807 per annum
Teacher of Science job summary
TEACHER OF SCIENCE
FRIESLAND SCHOOL
Grade and Salary Main/Upper Pay Scale
Working pattern 1 FTE
Contract term Fixed term contract until 31 August 2022
The School:
Friesland School is a good school that is on the path to becoming outstanding. Every child really matters at our school and each year we celebrate excellent results and last year was no exception with some outstanding achievements. We recognise that these outcomes are only possible through the commitment, dedication and skills of our highly valued staff.
The role:
An exciting opportunity have arisen to join our Science Department at Friesland School a full time Science Teacher. You will be responsible for inspiring students through your passion for teaching and for driving and maintaining a high standard of results. The role will teach across Key Stages 3 & 4.
The person:
We are looking for someone to join a committed team of teachers who work in a caring and supportive environment and who are focused on enabling each student to develop and excel. The successful applicant will be enthusiastic, resourceful and keen to ensure that the highest possible standards of pupil achievement, personal development and well-being are achieved. The post would equally suit a confident and ambitious NQT or an experienced teacher with excellent subject knowledge, a willingness to learn and a passion for teaching.
All of our faculties are committed to continually improving the quality of teaching and learning and raising the aspirations of all students and therefore a willingness to share your knowledge and experience with others is essential. An ability to teach Physics would be an advantage.
Why join us?
Our academy is part of The Two Counties Trust. This Trust has a forward-thinking HR strategy with all the professional benefits that this brings for staff. We are easily reached by public transport, and for those who drive, there is a large free staff carpark. We have some excellent facilities for staff and our students really want to learn and achieve.
We offer:
Highly competitive pay and pay progression opportunities. Our salaries for leadership and teachers on the Upper Pay Scale and in receipt of a TLR are above national pay scales and our minimum hourly rate for support staff is £9.25.
An array of employee benefits and lifestyle options including discounted healthcare, gym membership and extensive high street retail discounts.
Entry to a career average pension scheme.
A full induction and a strong commitment to your professional development and career
Opportunities to experience and share practice in our partner schools across the Trust
A stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment with a dedicated team of like-minded professionals
Excellent opportunities to develop your skills and experience and to progress your career
The closing date for applications is: Sunday 14 November 2021
Interviews will be held in the week commencing 22 November 2021
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory enhanced level DBS disclosure with a children’s barred list check, two satisfactory references and successful completion of vetting procedures. It is an offence to apply for a role if you are barred from engaging in Regulated Activity relevant to children.
We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and candidates who meet the minimum job criteria will be given an opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at interview.
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 Friesland School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 1279 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Friesland School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- mbirdi@twocountiestrust.co.uk
The Trust is a family of schools with a common ethos and values who share collective goals.
We have a united passion to transform the lives of children and young people in our local community by achieving the very best we can for every student in our schools.
Our aim is to provide an excellent education for all, enabling our students to gain confidence, raise their aspirations and become well prepared for adult life.
We are a large and growing Trust, which currently employs over 1,000 colleagues.
We support career and professional development through structured CPD, secondments to other schools within the Trust (including promotion opportunities), and we foster sharing of good practice through a range of subject specialist groups across our schools.
These opportunities to develop your career exist within a culture that values your contribution and enables you to achieve your personal goals whilst improving the educational experience and life choices of our students.
When joining any of our schools, you will receive a structured induction, and if you are an NQT, you can expect a programme of professional advice and support to help you successfully complete the NQT year.
We offer you:
• a competitive salary and benefits package including pensions, generous holiday provisions and
ancillary benefits;
• an environment where you will be working with a dedicated team of like-minded professionals;
• the chance to develop your skills, practice and experience through a range of opportunities with one or more of our schools.
What we seek from you:
• a commitment to our ethos and values;
• a passion to deliver the best education you can for every child or young person, making a positive
difference;
• the energy to act as a role model and a source of inspiration for our students.
We are a growing Trust with a strong reputation. Our schools are located in the counties of Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire and our current schools are Ashfield School, Frederick Gent School, Heritage High School, The Manor Academy, Selston High School, Swanwick Hall School, Friesland School and Wilsthorpe School.
To find out more about us, please go to The Two Counties Trust website.
We hope we will be welcoming you to our Trust in the near future.
Arranging a visit to Friesland School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email mbirdi@twocountiestrust.co.uk.
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