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  • Start date details

    Easter Term

  • Closing date

    9 December 2022 at 9am

  • Date listed

    28 November 2022

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 3, Key stage 4

Working pattern

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

M1 to M6 to be confirmed

Additional allowances

-Pension scheme
-Flexible working
-Training opportunities
-Bike to work scheme

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a gifted and enthusiastic science teacher to join the team and play an active role in the department as it enters the next exciting phase of its development. The successful applicant will need to be a highly-committed, motivated ‘team player’ who is always looking to improve their practice.

What the school offers its staff

West Park is an 11 – 16 school based in Spondon with 1482 pupils currently on roll. The school prides itself on exceptional pupil achievement, dynamic teaching and learning and excellent behaviour and engagement. We have a committed and talented staff team who work cohesively to get the best for all of our pupils. The pupils themselves are focussed, polite, positive and determined to take full advantage of the range of opportunities provided to them.

The science department at West Park School (Academy) comprises ten science teachers with a range of specialisms, three lab technicians and two specialist science teaching assistants. It is a vibrant and ambitious department committed to continual professional development, co-operation and sharing excellent practice. Our focus is to motivate pupils with highly engaging lessons and to develop pupils as well-rounded scientists. The department prides itself on consistently achieving results which exceed national expectations.

Further details about the role

Further information about the school and the post is available on the school’s website at:

www.westpark.derby.sch.uk/vacancies.php

Applications are welcome from experienced teachers or ECTs. Visits to the school are encouraged to enable you to savour the unique atmosphere. Please call or email for an appointment.

Application forms (Teachers) should be completed and submitted online together with a CV and supporting letter.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

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 West Park School

School type
Academy, ages 11 to 16
Education phase
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School size
1475 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 16

West Park is an 11 – 16 school based in Spondon with 1409 pupils currently on roll. The school prides itself on exceptional pupil achievement, dynamic teaching and learning and excellent behaviour and engagement.

We have a committed and talented staff team who work cohesively to get the best for all of our pupils. The pupils themselves are focussed, polite, positive and determined to take full advantage of the range of opportunities provided to them.

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