Head of Biology or Physics
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Cove School
Hampshire
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPR/UPR plus TLR 2b
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2021
- Apply by:
- 21 May 2021
Job overview
Due to the current post holder retiring, a leadership position has become available for Sept 2021. Cove School are looking for a passionate and creative teacher to lead a specific aspect of the science curriculum, along with a talented and committed science team.
Cove School is a great place to work, grade ‘good’ by Ofsted in all four categories. We offer a friendly and supportive school, with children who are eager to learn. If you are enthusiastic and ambitious, and wanting to take the next step in your teaching career, under the supportive guidance of the current outstanding curriculum leader, we would love to hear from you.
You will relish being part of a highly collaborative, tight, happy team of people, excited by their subject and innovative in their pedagogical practice. The department is supported by a talented and knowledgeable team of technicians with a wide range of excellent resources.
As an inspirational and caring teacher, who wants to enabling children of all backgrounds and abilities to reach their full potential, we will support you with high quality CPD and career development both within science and across the curriculum.
Cove School is a happy and thriving place work with close links to the local authority and relentlessly focused on achieving the highest standard of education for all the children in our care
We are looking to appoint a colleague who will:
- Engage, enthuse, motivate and challenge students to raise achievement at all levels.
- Have excellent subject knowledge.
- Have a keen interest in developing the science area.
- Enjoy working as part of a team, having a real sense of fun.
In return you can expect:
- Excellent support and a wide range of opportunities for professional development.
- A dedicated team who place students at the heart of everything.
- Great students who are proud to be part of the school.
- An open and honest professional culture and learning community.
- A well resources curriculum area with your own laptop or iPad.
If you are interested in becoming part of our team, building on our success and joining us on our exciting journey to become the best school, we would love to hear from you.
For further information regarding the Cove School, please visit our website www.coveschool.uk and email l.brauner@coveschool.uk for an application form and further details.
If you wish to discuss the post further and visit the school / science department you are very welcome. Please phone the main school line to arrange a time on 01252 542397.
Application Procedure:
Completed applications should be returned by: Friday 21st May 2021. We reserve the right to interview and appoint earlier if a suitable candidate applied.
Cove School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
About Cove School
Cove School is a larger than average 11-16 secondary co-educational establishment, located in the north of Hampshire. We are a local authority school within easy commute of London, the historic city of Winchester and the beautiful scenery of the New Forest.
We are a forward thinking, caring and most important of all, happy school. Students of all abilities and social backgrounds work hard to achieve high standards. We pride ourselves on the support and CPD we offer to all staff, especially new staff entering the profession and the school. Having motivated, well-supported staff is key to the future success of every student who enters Cove.
We have developed a strong house system which provides highly effective care, guidance and support to meet the needs of all students. As a result, we are embedding a culture of, "every child, every classroom, every day achieving excellence." This is based around the Cove 5Cs – Courtesy, Cooperation, Commitment, Creativity and Challenge.
Extra-curricular provision is excellent with students having access to a wide range of sports activities, music and drama productions. In addition we offer a wide range of other clubs including science, chess, reading and computing, all of which contribute to the rich range of experiences for students at Cove. We also encourage members of staff to get involved.
Our student profile:
- Just under 1000 students on roll.
- Students eligible for free school meals is below national average.
- Students with disabilities and those with special educational needs is below national average.
- We have a specialist unit for students who are hearing impaired and all rooms are equipped with specialist audio equipment.
- Students from ethnic minorities are below national average.
- Students who enter Cove School from our local primaries are generally above national average in prior attainment.
Please explore our website – www.coveschool.uk - to gain a flavour of what it means to be part of the Cove School community. To gain an even better idea, please do come and visit us and see us in action during the normal school day. We sincerely hope you will be inspired to apply to join us and be a part of the exciting journey we are on.
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