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Teacher of Science

Vandyke Upper School, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3DY

This job expired on 15 March 2021 – see similar jobs

• Job start date

  1 September 2021

• Closing date

  15 March 2021 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  23 February 2021

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS/UPS

Teacher of Science job summary

We are looking to appoint a full time teacher of Science to join our outstanding team of 11 teachers. This post would suit either an experienced or newly-qualified teacher. All students in year 9 have 6 hours of Science teaching per fortnight, which increases to 10 hours in years 10 and 11. At A level, we offer Biology, Chemistry, Physics as well as BTEC Human Biology, all taught by subject specialists, and recruit very well. The ethos of the team is extremely positive, with a proven track record of excellent outcomes. We are aspirational, dedicated and innovative in our shared practice. We continually strive to achieve at the highest level. To this end, planning together and sharing resources is very important to us and contributes to our success. The successful candidate will need to be flexible, show initiative and be willing to learn any new skills required to support the ever-changing needs of a modern, rigorous and challenging Science curriculum. You will be joining a highly successful team that provides a great deal of support, including training and career development opportunities. We have brand new generously sized science laboratories, all equipped with projectors and white boards. The whole school is covered by a wireless network, which enables all teachers to use their school-provided laptops in any classroom and allows students to use their own laptops and wifi-enabled devices where this is appropriate within the curriculum. Every student and member of staff has their own e-mail account and full access to the internet and intranet.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

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Information booklet teacher of Science February 2021.pdf - 190 KB (opens in new tab)

PS Teacher of Science February 2021.pdf - 140 KB (opens in new tab)

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Advert - Science Teacher February 2021.pdf - 114 KB (opens in new tab)

About Vandyke Upper School

• School type: Academy, ages 13 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1507 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 13 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Vandyke Upper School website
• Email address: recruitment@vandyke.cbeds.co.uk
• Phone number: 01525 636717
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/vandyke-upper-school

A high achieving school where everyone matters.
At Vandyke we believe that the ingredients for effective learning and high achievement include outstanding teaching, high expectations and an atmosphere within which relationships flourish. We pride ourselves on the school’s high standards and inclusive reputation.

Arranging a visit to Vandyke Upper School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@vandyke.cbeds.co.uk.

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