Teacher of Science
Falmouth School, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 4LHThis job expired on 26 February 2024
Start date details
ASAP
Closing date
26 February 2024 at 9am
Date listed
9 February 2024
Job details
Job role
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- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time: 1FTE
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1 - UPR3
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you an experienced and passionate scientist with drive for innovation and creative thinking? Is your vision to enable all students to truly enjoy Science? If so, then Falmouth School would welcome an application from you.
Our vision: every student deserves to accomplish extraordinary success in an extraordinary school.
We encourage collaboration with our Science experts across The Roseland Trust, and beyond, whilst deepening the passion for sciences across all stakeholders. As a Science teacher, you will thrive through the networking opportunities across the Trust to lead in your own role.
What you’ll get in return:
- a unique opportunity to be a key member of staff in a forward-looking, thriving school in the beautiful town of Falmouth, in Cornwall;
- a genuine family atmosphere with high expectations and standards where every student is known and valued;
- access to high-quality CPD within the Multi Academy Trust and offered through OneCornwall Teaching School Hub;
- competitive salaries, based on skills and experience;
- Teacher’s Pension Scheme;
- discounted membership in Trust Sports Hubs (Falmouth & Newquay);
- free parking facilities;
- Employer’s Eyecare Scheme (Specsavers);
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP);
- TES media access;
- Mileage paid if there is a requirement to travel to different schools within the Trust.
How to apply: A completed application form needs to be submitted (CVs are not an accepted form of application). To apply, please download the teaching application form available on our website, and once completed send to lchanter@falmouthschool.net
Mr Bunney, Teaching Team Leader for Science, is available if a prospective candidate wishes to discuss this post pbunney@falmouthschool.net
Closing date for applications: 9am 26 February 2024
What the school offers its staff
Falmouth School is a friendly, inclusive and successful school more than 980 students, including a Sixth Form. At Falmouth School we expect everyone to be able to enjoy a learning environment that is disruption free and where exciting learning happens every minute of the day and we all pursue these highest standards.
We seek a committed a passionate colleague whose values align with our school vision and Trust mission and who is ready to champion our cultures through everything we do.
We feel very proud to belong to The Roseland Multi-Academy Trust, which consists of three secondary, two primary schools and a Teaching School Hub. The Trust’s mission is "to provide an outstanding education for our communities, where everyone succeeds" and we put our staff at the heart of everything we do to create a team spirit in our highly successful schools.
This position will suit an ECT or experienced Science specialist who wants to work in a friendly team who are appreciative of each other. The successful candidate will have the personal tenacity to ensure that every student succeeds in their learning and that whole school policies are fully implemented and modelled. You must be flexible, imaginative, ambitious and a skilled professional, who is committed to raising the achievement of every student in the classroom.
Further details about the role
Early Career Teachers will benefit from support from an experienced subject mentor, school Professional Tutor, as well as ongoing professional development through OneCornwall Teaching School Hub.
Teachers in the first 5 years of their career may be entitled to a levelling up payment. You can check if you are eligible at www.gov.uk/guidance/levelling-up-premium-payments-for-teachers.
Commitment to safeguarding
Falmouth School, part of The Roseland Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and online searches will be carried out for shortlisted candidates.
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About Falmouth School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 968 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Falmouth School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- pbunney@falmouthschool.net
Falmouth School is a friendly, inclusive and highly successful school of 980 students, including a growing Sixth Form. Our ethos is that students achieve their best when they enjoy their learning. We believe every student has a talent, and it is our duty to guide and support each individual on their journey towards greatness. We are proud to be an ambitious 11-18 school with an excellent sixth form in a beautiful setting that serves the historic and vibrant town of Falmouth.
Falmouth has been shaped and influenced by its strong connection to the sea. Combining a fascinating maritime heritage and modern creativity, Falmouth is one of the South West’s leading cultural and festival destinations. It is framed by Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs) along the Helford and Fal Rivers and the Roseland Peninsula, located on the outstanding South West Coast Path, a magnet for walkers, picnickers and families alike.
Our school strive for passion for learning, thirst for knowledge and courage to embrace all challenges in learning with resolute determination. We expect everyone to be able to enjoy a learning environment that is disruption free and where exciting learning happens every minute of the day and we all pursue these highest standards: adults and students. We expect everyone to achieve their best every day and our sense of belonging is mighty as we are a ‘Falmouth Family’.
Falmouth School and Sixth Form is part of The Roseland Multi-Academy Trust, consisting of three secondary schools, two primary schools and a Teaching School Hub. The Trust’s mission is "to provide an outstanding education for our communities, where everyone succeeds" and we put our staff at the heart of everything we do to create a team spirit in our highly successful schools.
Arranging a visit to Falmouth School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email pbunney@falmouthschool.net.
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