Colfe's School
Location
Greenwich, Greater London | United Kingdom
Job description
We are looking for an inspirational and dedicated teacher to join our Biology department from September 2024. This post would suit an experienced, or an Early Career teacher, for whom full induction support would be provided.
The Biology Department is part of the Science Department. There are currently thirteen teachers in the Science Department, supported by four technicians. The Biology laboratories provide modern, airy and spacious accommodation. ICT is embedded into our schemes of work; all pupils use laptops with data-logging equipment as well as to access the internet and to use other applications. All of the laboratories have multimedia projectors and interactive whiteboards, supported by a wide range of science software.
In Years 7 & 8 we follow the AQA Activate course, which is taught as a combined course in Years 7 & 8. Pupils then begin the AQA GCSE Biology course in September of Year 9, with all pupils studying triple science until the end of the year. Our more able pupils continue to study the three separate sciences at GCSE and the remainder go on to complete the AQA Science Combined Trilogy course from Year 10 onwards.
The successful candidate will join an enthusiastic, successful and supportive team of four biologists and will be able to teach across the age and ability range to Oxbridge level, as well as specialist Biology teaching at A Level, GCSE and will have the ability to enthuse naturally curious pupils at Key Stage 3.
The person appointed would be expected to possess the following:
• Genuine interest in the subject and its teaching
• Ability to teach and enthuse pupils using a range of methods and media
• Enthusiasm for teaching through practical work
• Good organisation
• Willingness to work as part of a collaborative team
• The ability and willingness to make a significant contribution both to subject-related activities, such as the Junior Science Club, and to the wider sporting, cultural and pastoral life of the school
Teachers appointed to posts are expected to maintain high professional standards and contribute to the extra-curricular life of the school. Those who join Colfe’s can expect to become part of a caring, purposeful and committed community.
Application procedure
The recruitment process will require all applicants to complete an application form, accompanied by a letter of application, current CV and details of two referees, who will be contacted prior to interview, in accordance with the School’s Safer Recruitment procedures. There will be an interview and lesson observation for short listed candidates.
The application may be submitted electronically to Mrs A Ross, Human Resources: [email protected] or by post to: Mrs A Ross, Human Resources, Colfe’s School, Horn Park Lane, London SE12 8AW
Applications should be sent as soon as possible and to arrive no later than 0900am, Thursday 21 March. Colfe’s reserves the right to appoint before the closing date if necessary.
Colfe’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.
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