Teacher of Science

Job Description

Vacancy: Teacher of ScienceStart Date: September 2022Nature of Vacancy: PermanentLocation: KentPay-scale: Rest of England MPS / UPSPotential TLRs availableTradewind are excited to be partnering with a small and ambitious school near Canterbury, Kent in their recruitment of a permanent KS3 - 4 teacher of Science.About the School: This is a distinctive, small school environment and is justly proud of its reputation as a place where each individual is well known, listened to and encouraged to be the best they can be. The school work hard to provide a safe and happy environment withinwhich every student can grow and achieve personal, social and academic success.Teacher and Learning:The school are proud of their inclusive approach and strive to ensure that learning is enjoyable and seen as a lifelong process.Teachers are passionate about their work and ambitious for their pupils achievement. The school have very high expectations of pupils and set them stretching targets. Pupils rise to the challenge, displaying an enthusiasm for learning and a desire to dothe very best they can.Behavioural and Personal Development: The school is characterised by a calm, orderly atmosphere.There are clear boundaries in place, established effective routines and strong relationships.There is a positive climate for learning that can be felt from the moment you enter the school.Pupils conduct themselves well in lessons and around the school site. They are polite to visitors and talk with pride about their school and their achievements.Teacher of Science: The school require a fully qualified teacher of Science with QTS or a recognised overseas qualification. You will be a newly qualified teacher of Science or an experienced Scientist with a consistent work history within KS 3 and 4 along with holding a degreein a Science related subject. You will have the ability to prioritise work, manage time effectively and maintain confidentiality in all school matters. Excellent knowledge and understanding of Science related pedagogy is a must as well as the ability to inspireand motivate pupils and promote high standards of both work and behaviour.Opportunities:Despite the schools small size, the opportunities they provide are huge:Their Sporting Academy programme, supported by professional coaching in Gymnastics, Equestrian, Golf, Football and Cricket, has resulted in county and national successes.Their Performing Arts Academy Programme in Dance, Acting and Music has resulted in performances on local stages and work with The Royal Shakespeare Company.Their Academic Scholars Programme is wide and varied and includes debating, university masterclasses and classical studies (Latin) at The Kings School, with several of our students being accepted onto the Oxford University summer school.If you are a talented teacher of Science and interested in exploring this school further, please submit your CV immediately to have it immediately reviewed.Tradewind Recruitment is a Sunday Times Top 100 employer - stopping at nothing to ensure our candidates and employees come first. We have the very best people to take your call and look after you every step of the way. We pride ourselves on exceptional serviceand take the time to really get to know you, to ensure we have a thorough understanding of your career goals and work hard on your behalf to secure you positions with great rates of pay (all rates are typically inclusive of holiday pay, however we will happilyaccrue this upon request) and plenty of development opportunities. We have more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, a brilliant referral bonus, full interview preparation, help with lesson planning, online Portal for your timesheetsand log your availability and plenty more benefits by registering with Tradewind. Because our people matter most.We specialise in matching teachers and support staff with their dream job, and help primary, secondary and SEN schools recruit for a wide range of roles across our 12 offices in the UK.Awarded REC Audited Education gold standard - Tradewind Recruitment are committed to Safeguarding and are also a proud Equal Opportunities Employer