Teacher of Science
The Ladder School, Walsall, WS1 1RSThis job expired on 10 December 2024 – see similar jobs
Closing date
10 December 2024 at 9am
Date listed
4 November 2024
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 hours a week
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Ladder School is a forward thinking, inclusive and life-changing Alternative Provision school. We work with children who need a second chance to be a success at school. We are a happy, warm, welcoming school and value the relationships we build every day with our colleagues, the students and their families.
Due to expanding numbers, we are looking for an enthusiastic and committed teacher of Science that can teach up to GCSE level. The curriculum has been fully planned and resourced with every teacher having their own new and well resourced classroom to teach in. Class sizes are small (usually a maximum of 10) and every class comes with their own Learning Coach who attends all lessons.
We welcome qualified teachers, including those looking for full-time and/or part-time work; we are also happy to consider applicants without a Science specialism or have QTS so long as you are willing to work towards qualification. Returners to the profession are also welcomed and will receive our full support through our induction programme; we are a family-friendly employer. We particularly welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and with protected characteristics. We are looking for the right person to work as part of our amazing team.
An ability or wish to teach in a second subject also welcomed – we are a school where you can thrive and grow.
The successful candidate will:
- Be a fantastic teacher with an ability to motivate pupils to make progress;
- Be interested in the pastoral aspects of education;
- Have the ability to manage challenging behaviours and seek ways to prevent them;
- Have a positive in outlook and believe in the power of education to change the path of Alternative Provision students’ lives;
- Be a team player prepared to work with colleagues and share ideas and resources;
- Like children, even the tricky ones!
What the school offers its staff
An ability or wish to teach in a second subject also welcomed – we are a school where you can thrive and grow.
What we can offer you:
- A happy workplace within a strong Multi-Academy Trust;
- Strong leadership dedicated to making sure you are the best you can be;
- Free breakfast and free two-course freshly home-cooked lunch every day;
- Additional Wellbeing Days to our calendared INSET Days;
- The opportunity to request an extra paid day off of your choice across the school year as a thank you for being part of our team;
- Your own laptop;
- Free access to sector-leading CPD;
- Discounts on everyday purchases via EdenRed;
- A comprehensive free of charge health plan via Simplyhealth;
- A cycle to work scheme via Halfords.
When Ofsted visited in July 2023 we were judged ‘Good’ in all areas and we are particularly proud of these comments
“The school ethos of ‘high standards, daring to dream, traditional values, success and personalised support’ is shared by all.”
“Leaders lead with integrity and determination. They are ambitious for all pupils. They do not use pupils’ chequered experience of education to excuse low standards. Instead, they demand the best from pupils.”
Prospective candidates are welcome to visit the school before making an application, please contact to arrange an appointment through Reception orr.gifford@tls.merciantrust.org.uk
All applicants interested in this post must complete an application form. These can be found on our website, TES, WM Jobs or the Government Portal and returned torecruitment@tls.merciantrust.org.uk. CV’s and non- Mercian Trust Application Forms will not be accepted.
The Ladder School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A copy of the ‘Safeguarding Policy’ is available to view or download by logging onto the School website: www.theladderschool.org.
This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check (formerly CRB) under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from the school or by visitingwww.crb.gov.uk.
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 10th December 2024
Interviews: To be advised
Commitment to safeguarding
The Ladder School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A copy of the ‘Safeguarding Policy’ is available to view or download by logging onto the School website: www.theladderschool.org.
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About The Ladder School
- School type
- Free School, ages 13 to 18
- School size
- 27 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 13 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- The Ladder School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- bonnie.burns@merciantrust.org.uk
We are an Alternative Provision Free School located in Walsall Town Centre. The Ladder School was established in January 2019 and has now moved in to a brand new, purpose-built building based on the edge of Walsall town centre where there are excellent links to the local and wider community. Over the coming years we will continue to grow and become the ‘go to place’ for alternative provision in the borough.
At The Ladder School, we recognise that mainstream school does not suit all young people and we are here to offer a second chance. We work on a commissioning basis, that means that a school or the Local Authority must approach to place a student. Unfortunately, we cannot accept direct referrals from parents/carers.
The staff work incredibly hard to ensure our students make the most of the opportunities that they get whist they are with us. Unlike other alternative provisions, we offer a range of GCSE courses, supplemented with some vocational courses to ensure students get a well-rounded education.
We are a positive environment, that uses praise and encouragement to enable our students to see things differently. We have a set of values that underpin everything we do.
Arranging a visit to The Ladder School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email bonnie.burns@merciantrust.org.uk.
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