Teacher of Science
Da Vinci Academy, Derby, Derbyshire, DE21 4ETThis job expired on 10 October 2022 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 January 2023
Closing date
10 October 2022 at 9am
Date listed
22 September 2022
Job details
Job role
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Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subjects
- Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Science
Working pattern
- Full time, part time: Full time Full time - Full time - Your hours of work shall be in accordance with the School Teachers' Terms and Conditions Document. Full time teachers are required to be available for work for up to 1265 hours of directed time over 195 days. Part time Part time - Full time and part time applicants will be considered. Please state this clearly as part of your application.
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- MPS/UPS
Teacher of Science job summary
“Staff have high
aspirations for all pupils’ success. Leaders are determined that no child will
be left behind.”
We are looking to recruit a
Teacher of Science. The ideal candidate will be an energetic and positive professional who
can combine their passion for the science curriculum with the ability to
inspire our students and enhance a talented team. You will be an enthusiastic
classroom practitioner with the skills and determination to ensure exciting
learning and outstanding progress for students of all abilities.
“Leaders are considerate of staff’s workload and
promote staff’s well-being.”
In return, we can offer brilliant development from experienced
leaders and one of the most supportive staff cultures that you could hope to be
part of. We are family oriented and recognise a life outside of work whilst
being determined to do everything we can as professionals in support of our
students. Individual and academy team ambition go hand in hand. LEAD Trust
support and career development are a given.
“Staff fully support
leaders’ vision for the school’s continued improvement.”
A drive to continue the ongoing improvement
trajectory of our academy is a given and this role will support our
determination to continue building positive attitudes to learning by all
students. Ambitious team players with a good sense of humour are welcome. Our
team goes above and beyond to support each other and our students so it is
critical that this aligns with the candidate’s own values and ethos. Applicants
will be expected to be able to demonstrate a prior commitment to their own
professional development and should be looking forward to ongoing development of
their own practice and that of the academy team as part of our collaborative
and supportive Trust offer.
In summary, we are
looking for someone who:
- has high expectations of
pupil progress. - is passionate about
education and developing a love of learning in students. - has the skills to work
collaboratively with the teaching team. - can build positive
relationships with pupils, staff and parents. - is willing to embrace or
bring new ideas to the Academy. - has ambition combined with
a commitment to developing their own skills.
In return, the successful
candidate will:
- be joining a strong and dynamic team of professionals.
- work in a school with high aspirations for all of its students and
staff. - be provided with excellent career opportunities.
It is an exciting time at
Da Vinci Academy, and you will be part of our future development and the
adventure to continue raising standards as we build an exceptional academy
together as one team.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The L.E.A.D. Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Da Vinci Academy adopts a rigorous Safer Recruitment Policy which is followed for every appointment.
If you are invited to interview, your suitability to work with children will be explored. As such you will be asked to declare any convictions, cautions or reprimands which you have incurred.
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If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Da Vinci Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 704 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Da Vinci Academy website
- Email address
- jenny.linthwaite@davinciacademy.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01332 831515
“Leaders put pupils’ interests at the heart of all that they do” - Ofsted 2021
Having converted to academy status at the heart of the L.E.A.D. Academy Trust in May 2017, Da Vinci Academy is now a successful secondary school with around 700 students and an increasing school roll (oversubscribed in KS3 and also next year’s intake). In summer 2019, we were proud to be the most improved Progress 8 school in Derby and in October 2021, we were rated ‘good’ by Ofsted. A copy of the report can be found on our website.
We are described as a ‘proudly inclusive school with a big heart and huge ambition’. A student-centred philosophy is supported by an unwavering commitment to the achievement of successful outcomes for each and every young person.
“The school is inclusive and welcoming to all. Pupils feel valued and cared for.”
Together with the L.E.A.D. Academy Trust, a strong and clear vision is in place - one team changing worlds. Our vision is achieved by supporting all to Aspire, Believe, Learn, Achieve. This is what we all firmly believe in and strive for at all times. The benefit of our close-knit academy community is a real team environment where people genuinely care for each other and where students and staff alike can really shine.
Arranging a visit to Da Vinci Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jenny.linthwaite@davinciacademy.co.uk.
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