Teacher of Science

Location

Hertfordshire | United Kingdom

Job description

Required for a September 2024 start, an exciting opportunity exists for an exceptional candidate who is able to teach Science to GCSE and A Level.

In Years 7 and 8, we teach some of the fundamental scientific concepts with a focus on the development of investigative and problem-solving skills. Separate Sciences are taught from Year 9 onwards, leading to either a double or triple award at GCSE. We provide A Level classes in all three Sciences.

This post provides the opportunity to teach at all levels from Year 7 to Oxbridge entrance. All Science disciplines will be considered.

Leventhorpe itself is a successful, oversubscribed Business and Enterprise Academy with keen and respectful learners. It was rated ‘Outstanding’ in all five categories by Ofsted in 2012. We are also the lead school for School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) within the Bishop’s Stortford Educational Trust (BSET).

The successful candidate will:

• Have a passion for the teaching and learning of Science
• Have excellent subject knowledge
• Be an effective team player and value every aspect of the life of the school
• Have effective interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire students
• Be an active learner who constantly strives to improve, with the desire to progress

In return, Leventhorpe can provide:

• Excellent facilities. To accommodate our expanding roll, Leventhorpe has just completed an extensive £12 million capital build programme including a Science and Sixth Form block and a state-of-the-art Performing Arts and English block. In recent years, investment has included a £6 million Sports Complex (sports hall, fitness suite, dance studio, all-weather pitch and floodlit tennis courts)
• A positive working environment in a heavily oversubscribed school with an excellent academic record and high standards. We place strong emphasis on student learning and achievement
• A large Sixth Form, of which a significant proportion choose to study Science
• Exceptionally dedicated colleagues and enthusiastic students
• First-rate personal career development with a high local and regional profile through our work with the Bishop’s Stortford Educational Trust (BSET)
• Priority admission for children of staff after a qualifying period

We would welcome applications from ECTs or experienced teachers.

Please apply by cover letter and application form, which can be found on the vacancies page of our website or downloaded below.

Applications should be returned to Wendy Shannon, HR Manager, via email to [email protected] .

Alternatively, please complete and submit your application via the ‘Quick Apply’ button.

Closing date for applications: 12:00 noon on Wednesday 20th March 2024.

For this post, applications will be processed upon receipt. Suitable candidates may be interviewed prior to the closing date; therefore, early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.

Leventhorpe is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information for candidates, including the school’s policies on safer recruitment, child protection and data privacy notices for candidates, can be found on the vacancies page of the school website.

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