Teacher of Science (Chemistry) - Maternity Cover
South Wirral High School, Wirral, Merseyside
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Job details
| Job role | Suitable for NQTs |
|---|---|
| Subject | Chemistry |
| Working pattern | Full-time only |
| Salary | Main pay range 1 to Upper pay range 3, £24,372 to £40,490 |
Job summary
The person appointed will join a staff with ‘an unswerving commitment to ensure that every student achieves their goals, whatever their circumstances’. South Wirral High School is a rapidly improving school, with average Progress 8 in 2018.
South Wirral High School is a co-educational foundation secondary school and sixth form located in Eastham, Merseyside, England. We pride ourselves on our community ties, working closely with nearby primary schools to aid in transition - shown in our motto "Raising Achievement in Partnership with Families and the Community". This declares a vision for our school where each student’s progress is remarkable. We focus on the whole educational experience for each student, aiming for success in examinations and the other aspects of school life - including sports, the arts, leadership and as contributors to our community.
The person appointed will teach across age and ability range at KS3, 4 and 5.
The Assessment Process will be:
student voice panel (25%)
lesson observation (25%)
interview (50%)
Essential educational requirements
Committed to safeguarding the welfare of young people
Satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure
Training, Experience and Qualifications:
Experience of successful teaching as evidenced by adding value to student achievements
Knowledge and Understanding:
Have a thorough working knowledge of the curriculum as it relates to this subject
Promotes literacy through lesson planning and delivery
Essential qualifications
Graduate with Qualified Teacher Status or PGCE
Essential skills and experience
Professional Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrate excellent classroom practice
Relate to and motivate students
Have commitment to raising standards and achievement of all students
Possess good behaviour management strategies
Uses assessment levels to plan lessons
Professional Skills and Attributes:
Demonstrate effectiveness in
• Use of ICT
• Verbal and written communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Attendance and punctuality
• Resilience
• Integrity
• Confidentiality
School overview
| School type | LA Maintained School |
| Education phase | Secondary |
| School size | 864 pupils enrolled |
| Age range | 11 to 18 |
| Ofsted report | View Ofsted report |
| School website | South Wirral High School website (opens in a new window) |
| Contact email | headteacher@southwirral.wirral.sch.uk |
About South Wirral High School
School location
Plymyard Avenue, Wirral, Merseyside, CH62 8EH