Teacher of Science
Teddington School, Teddington, Middlesex, TW11 9PJThis job expired on 17 April 2023 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2023
Closing date
17 April 2023 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
20 March 2023
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.3 hours per week Monday - Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Main/Upper Teacher Scale (negotiable, depending on experience)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Qualifications:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with
appropriate degree
good academic background
Experience:
secondary trained
This
post would be suitable for an established teacher or an enthusiastic person
applying for their first teaching post (ECT).
Knowledge:
Excellent subject knowledge
An understanding of current developments in
Science teaching, particularly the National Curriculum at KS3 and KS4
An appreciation of current developments
post-16
Philosophy:
Commitment to:
The principle of comprehensive education
Staff participation in decision making and consultation
The pursuit of high standards, both academic and behavioural
Quality provision for all students including SEN/G&T
Innovation in the teaching of Science
The development of high quality programmes of study in Science
Sharing good practice
Coaching and mentoring
Equality of opportunity
Maximising contributions from parents, governors and the community
Skills
Excellent communication
Efficient organisation
The ability to initiate change
A high degree of creativity
Effective teaching and leadership skills
The willingness and capacity to function
creatively and generously in a mutually supportive team
Ability to carry out administrative tasks
effectively
What the school offers its staff
This is a rare opportunity to join a highly successful and experienced team, with a well-resourced department supported by dedicated technicians. At Teddington School, we ensure that the educational experience all students receive is first class. Teachers at Teddington maintain the highest standards, have a positive outlook, are inventive in their thinking and adopt a ‘can-do’ approach.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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About Teddington School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1395 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Teddington School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- hrdepartment@teddingtonschool.org
- Phone number
- 0208 943 0033
Teddington School is in an exciting phase of development. We are part of the high performing Bourne Education Trust and have recently been judged ‘Good’ by Ofsted. We are excited to appoint exceptional individuals who wish to make a significant contribution to the learning and lives of our students. We have a proven track record of developing staff and providing an excellent professional experience.
Our school is located on a modern and attractive campus that overlooks the River Thames. Inside our school, you will find a professional working environment with a calm and caring atmosphere based on mutual respect between all stakeholders. We pride ourselves on the fundamental principle that teachers have the right to teach and students have the right to learn.
Arranging a visit to Teddington School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hrdepartment@teddingtonschool.org.
School location
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