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Teacher of Science (Chemistry or Physics specialism)
Do you have what it takes to nurture today’s young people and inspire tomorrow’s leaders? Do you have the drive, passion and commitment to deliver outstanding learning and teaching to young people in a disadvantaged community?
About our school:
We are a secondary school for 11 to 16 year olds in Preston. We are part of a successful academy group and our staff thrive with the additional support which this brings.
We are a rapidly improving school with high ambitions and expectations for all of our pupils. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse extra-curricular programme that grows character and inspires our pupils to become fully integrated and contributing members to modern society. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become successful in their own right and achieve their personal goals.
Who we’re looking for:
We’re looking for an outstanding Science teacher with a proven track record of success and raising pupil outcomes. When you join our team, you will be joining a family of staff and a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools.
The successful candidate will have the ability to deliver quality Science teaching that drives achievement and inspires a love of learning within Science. You will be able to demonstrate experience of achieving positive outcomes for pupils, as well as being passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people. As a committed team player, you will have excellent organisational skills and the natural ability to motivate both pupils and peers. Excellent subject knowledge of the GCSE Science curriculum is essential.
You will have:
- A degree-level qualification (in an Science related field) and Qualified Teacher Status
- The ability to teach to Science GCSE
- Have a specialism in Chemistry or Physics
- Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement
- Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners
About Teaching Personnel:
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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