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  • Start date details

    November 2024

  • Closing date

    2 July 2024 at 11:59pm

  • Date listed

    19 June 2024

Job details

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Key stage

Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5

Subjects

Biology, Science

Working pattern

Full time: 1.0FTE

Contract type

Fixed term - 1 year - Maternity or parental leave cover

Full-time equivalent salary

MPS1 to UPS3 £30,000 to £46,525

Pay scale

MPS1 to UPS3

What skills and experience we're looking for

Degree in an appropriate secondary subject

Teaching Qualifications

Recent and relevant professional development

Good/outstanding classroom teacher with high expectations and aspirations for our students’ achievement and behaviour

Experience/knowledge of current initiatives relating to achievement and inclusion in science

Track record as a successful classroom practitioner (Ofsted criteria) across the secondary school age and ability range.

Clear commitment to continuous school improvement

*The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and students and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential to this role

An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills

To have an understanding of the desired outcomes of the teaching of science

The effective use of ICT to deliver teaching and learning

Must be able to show evidence of an alignment with the values of Mercia Learning Trust both in words and behaviours

To be reliable, have the ability to work hard and be an effective team player

Be able to manage a demanding workload, meet deadlines and give freely of your time

To have shown an interest and success in dealing with young people and their welfare.

A good sense of humour

Attention to detail

What the school offers its staff

1. OUTSTANDING SCHOOL

However you measure it, the school is very strong.

2. TEAMWORK

We are very fortunate to be able to recruit superb staff, but you are never working on your own - you are an important part of a great team.

3. SUPPORT FOR STAFF

Everyone is supported. Whether you're starting your career or are experienced and aspiring for more, you will receive help and support.

4. EXCEPTIONAL BEHAVIOUR

We have great relationships with our students but there are clear lines that will not be crossed and consistent systems that will allow teachers to get on and teach.

6. ENJOYMENT

The school is an enjoyable place to work. There is a vibrant staff social scene, staff sports clubs, and plenty of opportunities to have fun at work.

7. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

King Ecgbert staff take their careers seriously and we support that with great professional development at school and at trust level, where we grow our own future leaders.

8. RETENTION

People like working here; jobs do not come up often and people stay here a long time.

9. LOCATION

The Peak District is right on our doorstep, and people can go for walks, runs, climbing, and bike rides directly from work. The area offers excellent cafes, bars, and restaurants, as well as lovely places to live with more reasonable house prices compared to the south of England.

10. ACCESS TO GREAT CAREERS

Mercia Learning Trust is a leading multi academy trust with plans to grow. A post at King Ecgbert School, the largest school in the trust, i s a great springboard to a career in an organisation that values talent.

Commitment to safeguarding

Mercia Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. If you are shortlisted, your suitability to work with children will be explored, and this will include disclosing convictions. The information you disclose may be discussed with you during the interview.

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About King Ecgbert School

School type
Academy, ages 11 to 18
Education phase
Secondary
School size
1447 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 18
Ofsted report
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King Ecgbert School is a large 11-18 secondary school of roughly 1450 students, including a sixth form of around 380 students.

Our school is situated in Dore in the south-west of Sheffield, close to the Peak District. We serve a vibrant and diverse catchment, stretching from the very edge of the city to the very centre, following the Abbeydale corridor; we are a truly comprehensive school.

A 'System Leading School', and part of Mercia Learning Trust, King Ecgbert School is rated as 'Outstanding' by Ofsted, was awarded World Class School status in 2018 and was voted World Class School of the Year in 2019.

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