Temporary Teacher of Science (maternity cover)
Falmouth School, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 4LHThis job expired on 20 May 2024
Job start date
1 September 2024
Closing date
20 May 2024 at 9am
Date listed
15 May 2024
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
- Part time: 0.6FTE
Contract type
- Fixed term - TBC - Maternity or parental leave cover
Full-time equivalent salary
- £30,000-£46,525 reduced pro rata
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you passionate about teaching Science? If the answer is yes, this is a fantastic opportunity for you!
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, nurture and support each individual on their journey towards greatness. We are looking for a temporary Teacher of Science (maternity cover) to join Falmouth School. The Roseland Multi-Academy Trust consists of three secondary schools, two primary schools and OneCornwall Teaching School Hub (East). The Trust’s mission is “to provide 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 is an exciting opportunity for an ECT or experienced teacher to make a real difference to students in Falmouth School. We are looking for candidates who embody a culture of outstanding practice and have a passion for science that has positively impacted on students’ outcomes, behaviour and engagement in their learning.
Continuous Professional Development is prioritised and supported by a variety of initiatives that develop our teachers to be truly exceptional practitioners. If you are an outstanding practitioner and are able to challenge the most-able students and support less confident learners to make learning inclusive and accessible, then we would welcome an application from you.
This opportunity offers the right candidate the chance to play a wide-ranging and integral role in a successful department which is led by an experienced Teaching Team Leader.
This position would suit an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher. Early Career Teachers will benefit from support from an experienced subject mentor, school Professional Tutor, as well as ongoing professional development through One Cornwall Teaching School Hub.
What you’ll need to succeed:
- be outstanding practitioners who inspire students and colleagues;
- be creative in delivering a rigorous academic curriculum;
- believe that every child can and will succeed regardless of their starting point;
- be flexible, collaborative and resilient;
- be committed to high standards of achievement, behaviour and attendance;
- have excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
- be excited about helping to design and create every aspect of the school and Trust;
- contribute to the whole life of the school through extra-curricular activities;
- have the highest ambitions for your students, the school, Trust and yourself.
How to apply: Please note a completed application form needs to be submitted (CVs are not an accepted form of application). If you are interested in applying, please send an application form to lchanter@falmouthschool.net
What the school offers its staff
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 on the south coast of Cornwall;
- A genuine family atmosphere with high expectations and standards where every student is known and valued;
- Access to high-quality Continuous Professional Development within the Multi Academy Trust and offered through OneCornwall (Teaching School Hub).
- Competitive salaries, based on skills and experience;
- Teacher’s pension scheme;
- School holidays;
- Discounted membership in Trust Sports Hubs (Falmouth & Newquay);
- Free parking facilities;
- Employer’s Eyecare Scheme (Specsavers);
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP);
- TES media access (magazine, podcast and videos).
- Mileage paid if there is a requirement to travel to different schools within the Trust.
Potential candidates are encouraged to contact Falmouth School with any questions. To arrange a visit, or for further details about this post, contact Mr P Bunney, Teaching Team Leader via pbunney@falmouthschool.net
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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