Total 18 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Walsall, WS1 1RS

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful applicant will have a confident understanding of the Science GCSE curriculum and have the ability to inspire and challenge students’ attitude towards Science, through their passion and knowledge of the subject. Only applications from those with Qualified Teacher Status will be considered for this post.

The successful candidate will be:

• An excellent teacher with an ability to motivate pupils to make progress.
• Interested in the pastoral aspects of education.
• Outstanding in managing challenging behaviours.
• Positive in outlook and believe in the power of education to change the path of Alternative Provision students’ lives.
• A team player prepared to work with colleagues and share ideas and resources.
• Passionate as a Science teacher and keen to inspire their classes and students.
• Have a thorough understanding of current developments and issues in the teaching of the subject and wider profession.
• Committed to their own continuing professional development and contribute towards that of others.
• Innovative and committed to develop solutions to raising achievements.
• Knowledgeable of how assessment for learning, target setting, and department improvement planning can raise achievement.
• Committed to equal opportunities and the safeguarding of children.
• Hardworking, committed, reliable and enthusiastic.

What the school offers its staff

Join our expanding team!!

Ofsted Rating: Good – July 2023

“The school ethos of ‘high standards, daring to dream, traditional values, success and personalised support’ is shared by all.”

“Leaders lead with integrity and determination. They are ambitious for all pupils. They do not use pupils’ chequered experience of education to excuse low standards. Instead, they demand the best from pupils.”

The Ladder School is looking to recruit an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team.

The Ladder School is an academy that is part of The Mercian Trust. The Ladder School is a Free School set up by the trust to offer effective alternative provision for the young people of Walsall.

Based on the edge of Walsall town centre there are excellent links to the local and wider community. The Ladder School operates under a commissioning model, where local mainstream schools identify students at risk of permanent exclusion and moves them to The Ladder School, to transform their behaviour and enable them to be successful in their future. These students have struggled in mainstream education environments and benefit significantly from the smaller class sizes and additional support on offer at The Ladder School.

Prospective candidates are welcome to visit the school before making an application, please contact reception to arrange an appointment.

All applicants interested in this post must complete an application via The Mercian Trust Recruitment portal. CV’s will not be accepted.

The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks include an enhanced disclosure and barring service check as a requirement of this post. Our Safeguarding Policy is available on our website, and we encourage applicants to review it before applying.

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check (formerly CRB) under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from the school or by visiting www.crb.gov.uk.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Ladder School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A copy of the ‘Safeguarding Policy’ is available to view or download by logging onto the School website: www.theladderschool.org.

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful applicant will have a confident understanding of the Science GCSE curriculum and have the ability to inspire and challenge students’ attitude towards Science, through their passion and knowledge of the subject. Only applications from those with Qualified Teacher Status will be considered for this post.

The successful candidate will be:

• An excellent teacher with an ability to motivate pupils to make progress.
• Interested in the pastoral aspects of education.
• Outstanding in managing challenging behaviours.
• Positive in outlook and believe in the power of education to change the path of Alternative Provision students’ lives.
• A team player prepared to work with colleagues and share ideas and resources.
• Passionate as a Science teacher and keen to inspire their classes and students.
• Have a thorough understanding of current developments and issues in the teaching of the subject and wider profession.
• Committed to their own continuing professional development and contribute towards that of others.
• Innovative and committed to develop solutions to raising achievements.
• Knowledgeable of how assessment for learning, target setting, and department improvement planning can raise achievement.
• Committed to equal opportunities and the safeguarding of children.
• Hardworking, committed, reliable and enthusiastic.

What the school offers its staff

Join our expanding team!!

Ofsted Rating: Good – July 2023

“The school ethos of ‘high standards, daring to dream, traditional values, success and personalised support’ is shared by all.”

“Leaders lead with integrity and determination. They are ambitious for all pupils. They do not use pupils’ chequered experience of education to excuse low standards. Instead, they demand the best from pupils.”

The Ladder School is looking to recruit an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team.

The Ladder School is an academy that is part of The Mercian Trust. The Ladder School is a Free School set up by the trust to offer effective alternative provision for the young people of Walsall.

Based on the edge of Walsall town centre there are excellent links to the local and wider community. The Ladder School operates under a commissioning model, where local mainstream schools identify students at risk of permanent exclusion and moves them to The Ladder School, to transform their behaviour and enable them to be successful in their future. These students have struggled in mainstream education environments and benefit significantly from the smaller class sizes and additional support on offer at The Ladder School.

Prospective candidates are welcome to visit the school before making an application, please contact reception to arrange an appointment.

All applicants interested in this post must complete an application via The Mercian Trust Recruitment portal. CV’s will not be accepted.

The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks include an enhanced disclosure and barring service check as a requirement of this post. Our Safeguarding Policy is available on our website, and we encourage applicants to review it before applying.

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check (formerly CRB) under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from the school or by visiting www.crb.gov.uk.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Ladder School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A copy of the ‘Safeguarding Policy’ is available to view or download by logging onto the School website: www.theladderschool.org.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Teacher of Science

Person Specification

Attributes

Essential /Desirable

QTS status

Essential for when taking up post

Able to teach 11-18 at all abilities

Desirable

Degree in Technology or related subject or industry experience

Essential

Enthusiastic about teaching Science, hardworking and able to show initiative

Essential

Committed to support the Catholic ethos of the school

Essential

Willing to work as part of a team

Essential

ICT literate

Essential

Evidence of continuous professional development

Desirable

Experience of teaching A level students

Desirable

What the school offers its staff

Do you want to work at a school where staff and students are valued and happy?

We value collaborative planning, no marking, don’t follow fads and care about faith, culture and learning deeply.

An opportunity has arisen, will you take it?

Commitment to safeguarding

St Francis of Assisi Catholic College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Success is a science; if you have the right conditions, you get the result.” So, said Oscar Wilde and we say the same.

We are seeking to appoint a Second in Science at Barr Beacon School.

The main purpose of the role will be to work under the direction of the Director of Science to improve the quality of the curriculum in Science, implementing staff materials to support teaching and providing training to develop the standard of teaching.

The successful candidate should already have some experience of leading teachers and will be eager to develop their leadership skills by working alongside a passionate Director of Science to ensure all pupils have the best possible experience of this essential and fascinating subject.

They will also be able to work collaboratively ensuring that good practice is being shared with colleagues within their department and beyond.

What the school offers its staff

Barr Beacon School has a shared belief that no child should fail and our high standards and expectations ensure our pupils strive for success. As a highly successful school, we have a commitment to exceptional teaching to provide the best possible education for our students. The successful candidate will have access to excellent professional development opportunities within our Academy and across the wider Matrix Academy Trust.

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.

There’s a real buzz about the place which no amount of words can convey, so please come to see Barr Beacon School for yourself. To arrange a visit, please contact the Headteacher

Commitment to safeguarding

Safeguarding Notice: Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and preemployment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education

What skills and experience we're looking for

Shire Oak Academy is a popular and innovative Academy under the leadership of our new Associate Headteacher, Mr Neal Critchley.

We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of Mathematics on a fixed term basis.

This is an exciting and innovative time for the Academy and we are looking to appoint an individual who is:

• An inspirational andenthusiastic team member.
• Clearabout whatconstitutes outstanding outcomes for all students.
• A passionate, creative teacher who believes in all students’ capacity to succeed and will embrace our ethos ‘Turning Potential into Excellence’.

What the school offers its staff

Shire Oak School, a comprehensive secondary school, was formed in 1970 by merging Shire Oak Grammar School, opened in 1961, with Walsall Wood Secondary Modern School, which had been moved to new buildings adjoining those of the grammar school in 1966. In September 2003 we received designation as a specialist science college. In April 2011, our school became an 11 to 18 comprehensive converter Academy. In October 2018, Shire Oak Academy alongside Aldridge School, Queen Mary’s Grammar School, Queen Mary’s High School and The Walsall Studio School formed The Mercian Academy Trust.

We can offer you the support of a strong, hard-working team and the opportunity to work with students who meet the high expectations we have of them.

The Academy has been heavily oversubscribed for a number of years and we are incredibly proud of our external examination results.

For a more detailed look at our Academy access our website onwww.shireoakacademy.co.uk.

Further details are available by contacting the Headteacher’s PA by e-mail ons.read@soa.merciantrust.org.uk

The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks include an enhanced disclosure and barring service check as a requirement of this post. Our Safeguarding Policy is available on our website, and we encourage applicants to review it before applying.

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check (formerly CRB) under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from the school or by visitingwww.crb.gov.uk.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Teacher of Science

Person Specification

Attributes

Essential /Desirable

QTS status

Essential for when taking up post

Able to teach 11-18 at all abilities

Desirable

Degree in Technology or related subject or industry experience

Essential

Enthusiastic about teaching Science, hardworking and able to show initiative

Essential

Committed to support the Catholic ethos of the school

Essential

Willing to work as part of a team

Essential

ICT literate

Essential

Evidence of continuous professional development

Desirable

Experience of teaching A level students

Desirable

What the school offers its staff

Do you want to work at a school where staff and students are valued and happy?

We value collaborative planning, no marking, don’t follow fads and care about faith, culture and learning deeply.

An opportunity has arisen, will you take it?

Commitment to safeguarding

St Francis of Assisi Catholic College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Teacher of Science

Person Specification

Attributes

Essential /Desirable

QTS status

Essential for when taking up post

Able to teach 11-18 at all abilities

Desirable

Degree in Technology or related subject or industry experience

Essential

Enthusiastic about teaching Science, hardworking and able to show initiative

Essential

Committed to support the Catholic ethos of the school

Essential

Willing to work as part of a team

Essential

ICT literate

Essential

Evidence of continuous professional development

Desirable

Experience of teaching A level students

Desirable

Shows commitment to whole school ventures and projects

Essential

What the school offers its staff

Do you want to work at a school where staff and students are valued and happy?

We value collaborative planning, no marking, don’t follow fads and care about faith, culture and learning deeply.

An opportunity has arisen, will you take it?

Commitment to safeguarding

St Francis of Assisi Catholic College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful applicant will have a confident understanding of the Science GCSE curriculum and have the ability to inspire and challenge students’ attitude towards Science, through their passion and knowledge of the subject. Only applications from those with Qualified Teacher Status will be considered for this post.

The successful candidate will be:

• An excellent teacher with an ability to motivate pupils to make progress.
• Interested in the pastoral aspects of education.
• Outstanding in managing challenging behaviours.
• Positive in outlook and believe in the power of education to change the path of Alternative Provision students’ lives.
• A team player prepared to work with colleagues and share ideas and resources.
• Passionate as a Science teacher and keen to inspire their classes and students.
• Have a thorough understanding of current developments and issues in the teaching of the subject and wider profession.
• Committed to their own continuing professional development and contribute towards that of others.
• Innovative and committed to develop solutions to raising achievements.
• Knowledgeable of how assessment for learning, target setting, and department improvement planning can raise achievement.
• Committed to equal opportunities and the safeguarding of children.
• Hardworking, committed, reliable and enthusiastic.

What the school offers its staff

Join our expanding team!!

Ofsted Rating: Good – July 2023

“The school ethos of ‘high standards, daring to dream, traditional values, success and personalised support’ is shared by all.”

“Leaders lead with integrity and determination. They are ambitious for all pupils. They do not use pupils’ chequered experience of education to excuse low standards. Instead, they demand the best from pupils.”

The Ladder School is looking to recruit an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team.

The Ladder School is an academy that is part of The Mercian Trust. The Ladder School is a Free School set up by the trust to offer effective alternative provision for the young people of Walsall.

Based on the edge of Walsall town centre there are excellent links to the local and wider community. The Ladder School operates under a commissioning model, where local mainstream schools identify students at risk of permanent exclusion and moves them to The Ladder School, to transform their behaviour and enable them to be successful in their future. These students have struggled in mainstream education environments and benefit significantly from the smaller class sizes and additional support on offer at The Ladder School.

Prospective candidates are welcome to visit the school before making an application, please contact reception to arrange an appointment.

All applicants interested in this post must complete an application via The Mercian Trust Recruitment portal. CV’s will not be accepted.

The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks include an enhanced disclosure and barring service check as a requirement of this post. Our Safeguarding Policy is available on our website, and we encourage applicants to review it before applying.

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check (formerly CRB) under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from the school or by visiting www.crb.gov.uk.

Closing date for applications: Monday 23rd September at 9.00am

Interviews: Wednesday 25th September 2024

Commitment to safeguarding

The Ladder School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A copy of the ‘Safeguarding Policy’ is available to view or download by logging onto the School website: www.theladderschool.org.

SEN Science Teacher

Location: Walsall

Position: SEN Science Teacher for Primary School

Start Date: September

Are you a passionate Science teacher with a dedication to supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you have the ability to inspire young minds and adapt your teaching to meet diverse learning needs? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

About Us: We are a reputable primary school in Walsall, dedicated to providing high-quality education tailored to the unique needs of our SEN students. Our school fosters an inclusive, nurturing, and stimulating environment where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential. We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced SEN Science Teacher to join us in September and make a significant impact on our students' educational journey.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, deliver, and assess engaging and differentiated Science lessons that cater to the diverse needs of SEN students.
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) in collaboration with other staff members.
• Create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and confidence.
• Use a variety of teaching strategies and resources to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
• Monitor and track student progress, providing regular feedback to students, parents, and other staff.
• Foster positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to support student well-being and academic growth.
• Participate in professional development opportunities and contribute to the wider school community.

Key Skills and Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a specialization in Science.
• Experience teaching in an SEN setting, with a strong understanding of various special educational needs and disabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and adapt teaching materials to suit individual student needs.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with SEN students.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a dynamic classroom environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and collaboration with colleagues.

Why Join Us?

• Are you ready to transform lives through education?
• Do you seek a fulfilling role that offers both challenges and immense rewards?
• Are you looking to be part of a supportive and dynamic team that values your contribution?

We offer a welcoming and inclusive work environment, continuous professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of our students.

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Job Description

Contribute to the provision and coordination of an efficient and effective technician support service within school science labs across the Authority in order to assist with the promotion, delivery and integration of the key objectives in relation to those identified within the Education Plan and the Community Plan.

Requirements

The duties of the post involve Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful applicants for such posts will be required to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member in respect of Regulated Work with either or both of these groups as appropriate, or if they are already a Scheme member, be subject to a PVG Scheme Record Update, before any formal offer of employment can be made by East Ayrshire Council.

Please note:- PVG members' records are constantly updated with any new vetting information that arises. Any information that is disclosed on a PVG Scheme Record or Scheme Record Update, if relevant to the post being applied for, will be discussed with the applicant prior to any formal offer of employment being made.

Responsibilities

We follow the national guidance in relation to pre-employment checks namely “Safer Recruitment Through Better Recruitment”. With regards to requests for references and in line with this guidance, during your application process you should provide details of a minimum of two appropriate and relevant references, one of which should be from your current or most recent employer. It is also a requirement that the reference from your current or most recent employer is from an appropriate senior manager and it is not a reference from a former peer operating at the same level.

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The Individual

This is a permanent full time post based within Robert Burns Academy, Cumnock.

The hours of work are 335 hours per week to be worked at the direction of the line manager.

The full time salary of the post is between £28,956 - £31,067 per annum.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

What skills and experience we're looking for



Join our expanding team!!

Ofsted Rating: Good – July 2023

“The school ethos of ‘high standards, daring to dream, traditional values, success and personalised support’ is shared by all.”

“Leaders lead with integrity and determination. They are ambitious for all pupils. They do not use pupils’ chequered experience of education to excuse low standards. Instead, they demand the best from pupils.”

The Ladder School is looking to recruit an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team.

The Ladder School is an academy that is part of The Mercian Trust. The Ladder School is a Free School set up by the Trust to offer effective alternative provision for the young people of Walsall.

The Ladder School was established in January 2019 and has now moved in to a brand new, purpose-built building based on the edge of Walsall town centre where there are excellent links to the local and wider community. The Ladder School operates under a commissioning model, where local mainstream schools identify students at risk of permanent exclusion and moves them to The Ladder School, to transform their behaviour and enable them to be successful in their future. These students have struggled in mainstream education environments and benefit significantly from the smaller class sizes and additional support on offer at The Ladder School. The Ladder School is a growing Alternative Provision School and there will be an opportunity to increase hours in the future.

The successful applicant will have a confident understanding of the Mathematics GCSE curriculum and have the ability to inspire and challenge students’ attitude towards Mathematics, through their passion and knowledge of the subject. Part-time, job share and full time, EC teachers will be considered. UQ will be considered if they need to complete their training. We are also keen to hear from someone with the ability to teach a second subject to GCSE level, particularly the experience of teaching a practical subject.

The successful candidate will be:

• An excellent teacher with an ability to motivate pupils to make progress
• Interested in the pastoral aspects of education.
• Outstanding in managing challenging behaviours.
• Positive in outlook and believe in the power of education to change the path of Alternative Provision students’ lives.
• A team player prepared to work with colleagues and share ideas and resources.
• Passionate as a teacher and keen to inspire their classes and students.
• Have a thorough understanding of current developments and issues in the teaching of the subject and wider profession.
• Committed to their own continuing professional development and contribute towards that of others.
• Innovative and committed to develop solutions to raising achievements.
• Knowledgeable of how assessment for learning, target setting, and department improvement planning and can raise achievement.
• Committed to equal opportunities and the safeguarding of children.
• Hardworking, committed, reliable and enthusiastic.

Prospective candidates are welcome to visit the school before making an application, please contact reception to arrange an appointment.

The Ladder School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A copy of the ‘Safeguarding Policy’ is available to view or download by logging onto the School website: www.theladderschool.org.

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check (formerly CRB) under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from the school or by visiting www.crb.gov.uk.

Closing date for applications: Monday 1st July 2024 at 9.00am

Interviews: Week commencing Monday 1st July 2024



What the school offers its staff

Ten Reasons to work at The Ladder School

1. A new school, with new opportunities, a bespoke curriculum, the chances to shape the future of education for vulnerable young people.

2. A Principal that is supportive, values people and appreciates the contributions of others and takes nothing for granted.

3. A sensible approach to work-life balance! With fewer students there is less marking, with fewer year groups there are fewer after school events and a smaller team of staff, means more collaboration, to reduce unnecessary work!

4. A school that is part of an innovative and nationally significant Multi Academy Trust, which has a diverse range of schools that encompasses all types of educational settings.

5. A school like no other in the area! The Ladder School is unique in offering high quality Alternative Provision and a range of opportunities for young people to succeed.

6. Opportunities for Continued Professional Development within the Trust and beyond. The Trust provides accredited courses and the opportunity to collaborate and network with other staff in schools within the Trust. Staff have access to external bodies that offer CPD.

7. A MAT with a proven track record of providing progression and development opportunities Trust-wide.

8. Educational values that matter! The Ladder School focuses on High Standards, Daring to Dream, Traditional Values, Success and Personalised Support. These also reflect the values of the wider Mercian family of schools.

9. A winner of the national Wellbeing Award for Schools, thereby, demonstrating our commitment to staff and student wellbeing. Staff have free parking and access to our Employee Assist Programme, plus several additional benefits.

10.Due to the size of The Ladder School, we offer a flexible approach to working and opportunities to change working patterns as the school grows.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Ladder School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A copy of the ‘Safeguarding Policy’ is available to view or download by logging onto the School website: www.theladderschool.org.

What skills and experience we're looking for



We are seeking an outstanding Teacher of Science to join our Faculty. You must be dedicated, committed to personal development and be able to teach to both Key Stage 3 and 4 at a high standard. The ability to teach Key Stage 5 would be an advantage. There is a possibility of a TLR for a suitable candidate.

You will need to have high expectations of your students and yourself with a determined approach to ensuring every child can succeed irrespective of circumstance. You will be supported by one of the strongest Trusts in the region offering exceptional professional development and a commitment to growing and supporting talent. You will join a staff body who are fun, dedicated, hardworking and professional. We will work together to support you in reaching your potential.



What the school offers its staff



Cheslyn Hay Academy is an excellent school and part of an amazing Trust. If you want to work with exceptional students in a strong school that values staff wellbeing and happiness, come and join our team.

Cheslyn Hay is a high performing and successful mixed 11-18 comprehensive academy of 1250 students. With the strength of the forward thinking and progressive Windsor Academy Trust behind us, we work to ensure all students and staff can have High Expectation and High Achievement in all that they do. We are oversubscribed and value our strong community reputation and links.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for



We are seeking to appoint a suitably
qualified professional who is both passionate and knowledgeable to teach
Science with some teaching of Mathematics also required.

What the school offers its staff



The school has been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted in each of its
last three inspections, most recently in January 2023: “Blue Coat Church of England Academy is an
inclusive school where kindness flourishes. The school’s values include wisdom,
service, endurance and hope. The school’s culture is rooted in these values.
There are positive relationships between staff and pupils. Staff know their
pupils well, and pupils feel cared for. Staff have high expectations, and
pupils live up to these.”

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Teacher of Science
MPS/UPS
(Full Time, Permanent)
Required ASAP

Cheslyn Hay is a high performing and successful mixed 11-18 comprehensive academy of 1250 students. With the strength of the forward thinking and progressive Windsor Academy Trust behind us, we work to ensure all students and staff can have High Expectation and High Achievement in all that they do. We are oversubscribed and value our strong community reputation and links.

We are seeking an outstanding Teacher of Science to join our Faculty. You must be dedicated, committed to personal development and be able to teach to both Key Stage 3 and 4 at a high standard. The ability to teach Key Stage 5 would be an advantage. There is a possibility of a TLR for a suitable candidate.

You will need to have high expectations of your students and yourself with a determined approach to ensuring every child can succeed irrespective of circumstance. You will be supported by one of the strongest Trusts in the region offering exceptional professional development and a commitment to growing and supporting talent. You will join a staff body who are fun, dedicated, hardworking and professional. We will work together to support you in reaching your potential.

Applications from ECTs would be welcome, as would applications from more experienced colleagues, who want to work with our fantastic students and develop their career within Windsor Academy Trust. The school and trust strongly supports the professional development of all staff.

If you would like to find out why our staff love working at Cheslyn Hay, feel free to contact Heather Cooper, People Team Assistant at hcooper@cheslynhay.windsoracademytrust.org.uk to arrange an opportunity to meet with a member of our team and arrange a visit if at all possible.

Please apply via the Trust website https://www.windsoracademytrust.org.uk/job-vacancies/

Cheslyn Hay Academy is committed to safeguarding: the above post requires an enhanced disclosure in accordance with the Protection of Children Act 1999. All applications will be considered on receipt, and we reserve the right to close the process prior to the advertised date.

Closing date: Tuesday 2th July 2024 at 12:00pm

Job Description

Challenge, support and inspire all learners to achieve the best possible outcomes through the development and delivery of an innovative and creative curriculum in order to assist with the promotion, delivery and integration of the key objectives in relation to those identified within the Education Plan and the Community Plan.

Requirements

The duties of the post involve Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful applicants for such posts will be required to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member in respect of Regulated Work with either or both of these groups as appropriate, or if they are already a Scheme member, be subject to a PVG Scheme Record Update, before any formal offer of employment can be made by East Ayrshire Council.

Please note:- PVG members' records are constantly updated with any new vetting information that arises. Any information that is disclosed on a PVG Scheme Record or Scheme Record Update, if relevant to the post being applied for, will be discussed with the applicant prior to any formal offer of employment being made.

Responsibilities

Commencing in August 2024, these are two temporary full time posts based at Robert Burns Academy, (Barony Campus), Cumnock. The hours of work will be 35 hours per week, to be worked Monday - Friday and at the direction of the Line Manager.

The full time salary of these posts is between £38,655 - £48,516 per annum.

These posts are temporary up until 30th June 2025.

We follow the national guidance in relation to pre-employment checks namely “Safer Recruitment Through Better Recruitment”. With regards to requests for references and in line with this guidance, during your application process you should provide details of a minimum of two appropriate and relevant references, one of which should be from your current or most recent employer. It is also a requirement that the reference from your current or most recent employer is from an appropriate senior manager and it is not a reference from a former peer operating at the same level.

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