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Teacher of Science
Kingsbury Green Academy, Calne, Wiltshire, SN11 8YHThis job expired on 15 April 2024 – see similar jobs
Start date details
September 2024
Closing date
15 April 2024 at 12:59am
Date listed
7 March 2024
Job details
Job role
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Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £30,000.00 - £46,525.00 Annually (Actual) MPS / UPS
Teacher of Science job summary
Teacherof Science
Kingsbury Green Academy
Salary: MPS / UPS
Type of role: Permanent, Full-time
Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 14th April 2024
Interview Date: w/c Monday 15th April 2024
Job Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic and inspirational Teacher of Science, who wants to make a real difference in supporting students’ achievements and furthering the success of the Science Department.
Our Science Department is dedicated and committed to continuously raising standards to produce the highest levels of student achievement.
Why apply to join our Science Department?
- We are an experienced and hugely supportive department who are proactive, forward looking and innovative.
- We recognise the importance of work/life balance and do all we can to reduce workload.
- We encourage opportunities to see science in the real world with careers links and off site opportunities. With science week we work to engage pupils in the wider aspects of science.
- Our school takes a wider, more holistic approach to education. In particular, our focus on extra-curricular clubs.
The successful candidate will be:
- be an innovative and enthusiastic Science teacher with a passion for learning.
- be a dedicated professional committed to providing our students with an excellent education.
- be passionate about teaching and learning; someone who will bring energy, enthusiasm and new ideas to the classroom and department
- have ambition and the desire to play a significant role in the further development of the Science department
- inspire students to understand what excellence means to them on a personal level and supporting them to achieve that personal excellence in whatever form it takes.
For the right candidate, there may be an opportunity for additional paid responsibilities (TLR).
Full details can be found in the recruitment pack.
Why Choose us?
Kingsbury Green Academy, judged as ‘Good’ by Ofsted in every category when inspected in April 2022, is part of the successful Ascend Learning Trust. We are an ambitious, forward thinking 11-18 years Academy situated in a beautiful location on the outskirts of Calne in Wiltshire.
As an employee of the Ascend Learning Trust, you will also receive many employee benefits as we work together to provide Excellence in Education.
What we offer:
- The opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly, and well-run school.
- The Trust’s commitment to staff wellbeing, including generous calendar dates and INSET days.
- A strong commitment to your professional development and career management.
- Excellent CPD opportunities to grow and develop through mentorship and coaching.
- Reward and recognition, celebrating staff success.
- Leadership development opportunities both internally and across other schools in the Trust.
- A successful ECT support program.
- Onsite parking.
- Pension Scheme.
- Courteous and hardworking pupils.
- Benefits for discounts via an online staff portal.
Please note if we receive sufficient applications, we may close this job role earlier.
At Ascend Learning Trust, we believe in the power of diversity to drive innovation, foster creativity, and create a workplace that truly reflects the richness of the world around us. We are excited to welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our dynamic team.
Reasonable adjustments are modifications or accommodations made to ensure that individuals with disabilities or specific needs can perform their job duties effectively. We embrace the idea that everyone should have equal opportunities to succeed, and our aim is to make this a reality. If you need any assistance completing your application, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01793 781485 or alternatively you can email recruitment@ascendlearning.org.uk
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
Ascend Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
Please note: Any position that involves working with children requires declaration of ALL convictions/cautions regardless of whether these are deemed as spent and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences.
In line with KCSIE 2023 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates’ suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence.
References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. If previous employment has included working with children, then at least one referee must be from this employment regardless of whether this is the current or most recent employment Any gaps in employment must be detailed and an explanation provided in the relevant section.
Commitment to safeguarding
Ascend Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any position that involves working with children requires declaration of ALL convictions/cautions regardless of whether these are deemed as spent and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences. References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. Any gaps in employment must be detailed and an explanation provided in the relevant section.
About Kingsbury Green Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 954 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Kingsbury Green Academy website (opens in new tab)
We are looking to appoint an inspiring and motivational teacher with the flexibility to teach a range of subjects to small groups within our Alternative Provision building, known locally as the KGA Gateway Centre.
Kingsbury Green Academy, judged as ‘Good’ by Ofsted in every category when inspected in April 2022, is part of the successful Ascend Learning Trust. We are an ambitious, forward thinking 11-18 years Academy situated in a beautiful location on the outskirts of Calne in Wiltshire.
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