Teacher of Science

Hertswood Academy, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 5LG

6 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2023

• Closing date

  5 June 2023 at 9am

• Date listed

  18 May 2023

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subjects: Chemistry, Science
• Working pattern:
  • Full time - Full time
• Contract type: Maternity or parental leave cover - 1 year fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: Main pay range 1 to Main pay range 6, £29,344 to £40,082
• Additional allowances:

  CPD

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Have a detailed knowledge of the relevant aspects of the students’ National Curriculum and other statutory requirements at a standard equivalent to degree level to enable you to teach confidently and accurately at KS3, KS4 and Post-16

▪ Have a secure knowledge and understanding of your specialist subject, including level descriptors and KS 4 and Post-16 examination specifications and courses

▪ Understand progression across Key Stages in your specialist subject

▪ Cope securely with subject-related questions which students raise and know about students’ common misconceptions and mistakes in their specialist subject

What the school offers its staff

Why choose Hertswood Academy?

• CPD accredited, and an exceptional reputation for professional development
• IIP Status award since 2003
• A brand new, state of the art facility opened in September 2019
• A track record of students attaining high achievements and gaining places in university such as Yale and Cambridge
• A positive and thriving sixth form
• Great travel links. Situated within the M25, the A1 and M1 are easily accessible, and St Pancras Station London is only 20 minutes by train

Ofsted 2019:

‘Hertswood Academy is a calm and pleasant place for pupils to learn.’

‘School leaders and staff have what one parent called ‘great belief’ in their pupils’ abilities to do great things in school and their adult lives. Many pupils told inspectors that staff encourage pupils to aim for extraordinary goals in life. As a result, many pupils take impressive next steps in their education and careers.’

‘Pupils told inspectors that they enjoy going to the school and appreciate the remarkable new buildings.’

‘Sixth-form students told inspectors that they chose Hertswood because staff and pupils care for each other well. Many parents reported to inspectors that staff ‘go the extra mile’ for pupils to ensure that they are happy and safe.’

‘Many pupils do well at the end of Year 11. This is because teachers focus on helping pupils succeed in the Year 11 examinations.’

Why would we choose you?

• You are a motivated, engaging, dedicated, and well-qualified teacher, with an unswerving devotion to continuously develop and inspire students.

The school is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check. The school is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.

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About Hertswood Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1250 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Hertswood Academy website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: cronayne@hertswoodacademy.org
• Phone number: 0208 238 7200
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hertswood-academy (opens in new tab)

Hertswood Academy is a coeducational secondary school in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire which gained academy status in January 2013. The headteacher is Peter Gillett, who joined Hertswood Academy in January 2013.

Arranging a visit to Hertswood Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email cronayne@hertswoodacademy.org.

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