Teacher of Science
St Bede's School, Redhill, Surrey, RH1 2LQThis job expired on 31 March 2019 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2019
Closing date
31 March 2019 at 12am (midnight)
Date listed
18 March 2019
Job details
Job role
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Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time
Full-time equivalent salary
- Main pay range 1 to Upper pay range 3, £24,859 to £40,520
Teacher of Science job summary
We have a vacancy for a full-time Teacher of Science. The post would be suitable for an NQT or more experienced teacher. The successful applicant must have UK QTS or equivalent (or expect to have it by September 2019) and the right to work in the UK.
About St Bede's Science Department
The science department are a focused enthusiastic team who are always looking for ways to make learning fun for students but allowing them to progress to their full potential.
The department is based in a new purpose-built building designed to meet the requirements of modern science teaching, with 12 fully equipped laboratories and two well stocked preparation rooms. Each laboratory is installed with a projector, and a wireless keyboard and mouse. The department also has a class set of netbooks and chromebooks for use with students and ICT rooms are available to book in the ICT department. We have wireless internet access throughout the department and many software packages installed on the school network.
At years 7 and 8 pupils are taught as mixed ability groups and are put in sets in year 9 based on their 3 interim exam marks taken in year 8. Pupils are given targets at the start of each year and tested each term in years 7 and 8 to assess attainment and progress against their targets. In year 9 pupils are also given 3 exams throughout the year, with the first 2 deciding the pupils that will go on to study Triple Science in Year 10.
All KS3 students are assessed after modules using unit tests and practical investigations, and they formatively assess themselves using differentiated progress tracker sheets. At KS3 we currently use Collins Connect with fully written SOW for years 7, 8 and 9.
At Key Stage 4 pupils are are set according to ability and entered for AQA Double Award Trilogy Science in Year 10/11 or more able pupils will gain 3 GCSEs in biology, chemistry and physics. Pupils use Oxford AQA textbooks in school and have homework books to work from at home. Pupils also have access to online text books via Kerboodle. Revision guides can also be purchased from school. After school revision sessions are offered to pupils after school prior to their exams.
In 2018 81 % of year 11 pupils achieved 99-44 in double award science and 68%, 72% and 65% in biology, chemistry and physics respectively.
We have a very strong sixth form uptake of sciences and this has increased again next year. We follow OCR specifications in biology, chemistry and physics. In 2018 79% of pupils at A2 achieved A*-C in biology, 79% in chemistry and 89% in physics.
Pupils are given the opportunity to get involved in external science competitions and courses to enrich the learning of the more able.
Why Work For Us?
St Bede's is a good place to work. Staff are friendly and supportive of one another. St Bede's was graded outstanding by Ofsted in January 2017; the report commented on the exceptionally strong relationships between staff and pupils and recognised that 'pupils conduct themselves impeccably in lessons and around the school'.
NQT's & CPD
NQTs benefit from a well developed and comprehensive induction period programme. More experienced teachers are given the opportunity to participate in training which will help them to develop skills needed for middle and senior management roles.
Additional Benefits
- There are good on-site catering facilities.
- Staff are able to use the fitness facilities free of charge and to participate in sports activities.
- Music is a big part of school life and staff are welcome to join our senior choir and instrumental groups.
- We have a social event at the end of each term as well as staff trips to the theatre.
Life in Redhill & Surrey
The school is situated in Redhill, a commuter belt town in the Surrey Fringe area. We are close to the M25 and there are good transport links to London and the South Coast from Redhill station which is about 15 minutes walk from the school. We also benefit from being within walking distance of beautiful countryside .
Many staff live locally, others commute from Guildford, South London, Kent and East & West Sussex.
Application Process
We welcome visits prior to application (term time only). Please contact us if you would like to make an appointment.
For full details of this vacancy please download the information pack which is available from TES, or our website: http://www.st-bedes.surrey.sch.uk/183/working-at-st-bedes-current-vacancies
Commitment to safeguarding
Our school is committed to the safeguarding of children so all appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. Only applications made on our School Application Form will be considered; we do not accept CVs or unsolicited testimonials. It is our policy always to request references prior to interview.
About St Bede's School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Church of England/Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
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- School size
- 1922 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- St Bede's School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- jobs@st-bedes.surrey.sch.uk
St Bede's is a voluntary aided school located in Redhill, Surrey. We are proud to serve roughly 1,900 boys and girls of all abilities, age 11-18, from Reigate, Redhill, Caterham, Horley and the surrounding areas. This includes over 300 studying academic courses in the sixth form. The school will be gradually expanding over the next few years. The school has an Anglican, Catholic and Free Church foundation and we work hard to create an inclusive ethos. Our aim is to ensure that pupils thrive academically, socially and spiritually within a Christian Framework.
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