Head of Science Department & Senior Teacher
Coombe Boys' School
New Malden
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS (Outer London) + TLR 1.4
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 5 February 2018
Job overview
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, outstanding practitioner to join the extended leadership team and lead the Science department. We are keen to consider applications from ambitious and successful Science teachers whose long term ambition is to move into senior management.
The successful candidate will have a track-record of high achievement and innovative practice who can instill a love of learning by delivering inspirational and exciting lessons. As Head of Department you will lead on all aspects of Science teaching, promoting interest in the subject across the age and ability range up to level 3. An appetite for involvement in developmental work is essential as is a keen desire to share ideas and improve standards to make a real difference.
Coombe Boys’ is a popular and highly successful non-selective 11 – 18 school that is part of the Coombe Academy Trust, based in New Malden, Surrey. Coombe Boys’ has approximately 850 students on roll, including a mixed sixth form. It is partnered with Coombe Girls’ School and Knollmead Primary School. The successful postholder will have the opportunity to be involved with and to lead initiatives across the the trust.
Results at GCSE are above national average for boys and in the Sixth Form are amongst the best in the country. The school was graded Good with Outstanding Leadership & Management in its most recent Ofsted inspection (December 2013).
The school is proud to be innovative and forward-thinking and as part of the Trust has been awarded Teaching School status as well as being an active member of the Independent State School Partnership with King’s College School, Wimbledon.
An application form and job description can be downloaded from our website www.coombeboysschool.org, and posted to school or emailed vacancies@coombeboysschool.org.
The closing date for application is 9am Monday 5th February with interviews being held on Wednesday 7th February.
CVs will not be accepted
No agencies
The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS Disclosure
‘Coombe Boys’ School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment’
Attached documents
About Coombe Boys' School
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Coombe Boys’ School is a comprehensive secondary school offering a broad and balanced curriculum to local boys aged 11-16. We also have a mixed sixth form run in close collaboration with Coombe Girls’ School. There are approximately 1100 students on roll including the sixth form. The school has held academy status since 2012, as part of the Coombe Academy Trust (CAT) which also incorporates Coombe Girls’ School, Knollmead Primary School, Green Lane Primary & Nursery School, and Robin Hood Primary & Nursery School. The school is based in New Malden close to the A3 and with Motspur Park station within 8 minutes walking distance.
Headteacher
David Smith
Values and Vision
Coombe Boys’ School, is a community of learners that embraces innovation and inclusivity in teaching, leading to academic excellence and a world of opportunity for all. We strive to foster a culture of creativity and critical thinking that empowers our students to become confident lifelong learners and responsible global citizens. Our commitment to providing a diverse and inclusive learning environment ensures that every student is heard, recognised as an individual and feels valued and respected. The focus on academic excellence prepares students for success in an ever changing world. Our goal is to inspire our students to think beyond the classroom and to explore the endless possibilities that lie ahead, so that they may confidently shape their own futures and make a positive impact on the world.
Coombe prepares each student for their World of Opportunity by:
- Delivering excellence through innovative teaching that is inspirational and brings an ambitious, broad and inclusive curriculum to life. It engages every learner in their Coombe journey offering a transformational and challenging experience.
- Driving ambition by fostering a culture of creativity that develops all members of our community to be confident learners who are happy, resilient, embrace challenge and are excited by their own potential to shape the future.
- Developing integrity through a diverse and equitable community where every person is heard, recognised as an individual and feels valued and respected. Our shared purpose promotes exemplary behaviour, outstanding and supportive relationships between all above all, ensuring kindness permeates every day life.
Ofsted
“Staff consistently report being well looked after by leaders at the school. Extensive support is available when needed. Teachers, including those in their early stages of their career, describe a network of support available to them to help improve their practice.”
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