KS3 Leader of Science (TLR2A)
Davison Church of England High School for Girls
West Sussex
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- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2020
- Apply by:
- 30 March 2020
Job overview
DAVISON C.E. HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS
KS3 LEADER OF SCIENCE (TLR2A)
required for September 2020
to teach girls of all abilities across the 11 – 16 age range
Davison CE High School for Girls is a successful 11-16 school. Our recent Section 48 SIAMS inspection judged us as an “Outstanding” Church School. Our aim is to ensure every girl reaches her full potential.
We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic colleague who can demonstrate their ability as an excellent classroom practitioner to join our exciting and forward thinking Science department.
We invite applications from NQTs starting their career and experienced teachers of Science, who may view this exciting opportunity as an ideal position for career progression, working with a dedicated and supportive team.
The successful candidate will be confident in using their knowledge and expertise to monitor progress, give regular feedback and encourage our students to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study.
We require a Science specialist who:
• has a passion for science and is able to make lessons relevant and fun
• is eager to learn, develop and push the boundaries of science teaching
• is able to enthuse and engage students
• possesses excellent ICT skills
• is committed to enrichment/extra-curricular activities
We are a school, which sets high standards for both students and staff. We would offer the successful applicants:
• a comprehensive individual CPD programme
• excellent ICT facilities and resources
• confident, resilient, welcoming students
• a very supportive staff – full of fun and enthusiasm
• an on-site term time nursery with very competitive rates
• Employee Assistant Programme
• Social and wellbeing activities
Davison CE High School for Girls is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory reference and DBS check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
Potential candidates are warmly invited to contact the school for an informal discussion and/or tour, at any point before the closing date. If you think you may be interested in submitting an application but would like to know more, please contact Chris Hallworth, our Subject Leader of Science in the first instance: c.hallworth@davisonhigh.school or on the telephone number below.
Alternatively, for further details and an application form, please see the school website: www.davison.w-sussex.sch.uk
Please send your application to Mr Chris Keating, Headteacher, Davison C.E. High School, Selborne Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 2JX. Tel: 01903 233835. Email: j.page@davisonhigh.school
Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 30th March 2020
Interview date: Thursday 2nd April 2020 – may be held by video link
We reserve the right to close applications early if we receive an overwhelming response and to appoint at any time during the recruitment process.
About Davison Church of England High School for Girls
- Davison Church of England High School for Girls
- Selborne Road, Worthing
- West Sussex
- BN11 2JX
- United Kingdom
Davison Church of England High School for Girls is a mainstream secondary school in Worthing, West Sussex. It caters for girls aged 11 to 16 and has approximately 1,187 pupils enrolled.
Davison CE High School for Girls was originally founded in 1812 by Reverend William Davison as a place for the children of the parish to receive a Christian education and is the only mainstream school for girls along the South Coast.
Headteacher
Mr Chris Keating
Giving Every Girl A Better Future
Davison CE High School for Girls’ is an inclusive, forward thinking school, where girls can learn and develop in a secure Christian environment. We encourage every girl to be an independent, open-minded learner and thinker who aspires to reach their full potential, whatever their challenges in life. Teachers nurture self-esteem and self-awareness, as well as teaching pupils the importance of spirituality and faith in everyday life.
The secondary school's broad curriculum concentrates on the core subjects of English, maths and science, and also emphasises the importance of the Arts and education beyond the classroom. Supporting community projects at home and as far as Ghana, taking part and winning competitions in areas, such as STEM, PE and the Diocese.
Ofsted report
Aspirational leadership embeds a culture of strong pastoral care and high academic standards. Davison is a harmonious school where everyone pulls together to do their best. Morale among pupils and teachers is high at your inclusive school. Pupils we spoke to described the school as like a ‘big family’. Your staff share your vision and work very hard to maintain the school’s many strengths and to improve it further. There is a caring and stimulating ethos, which enables pupils to typically make strong progress and achieve well.
(OfSTED Section 8 Inspection report November 2017)
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