Science Teacher

Our motivation is that every child can achieve their targets with the right support.  If you are dedicated to raising standards and want to make a difference we would love to hear from you.

We are seeking a creative and enthusiastic teacher to join our science team.  The successful candidate could teach science up to A-level and have access to our well-resourced faculty and support from our capable and caring team.

This is an exciting time to join us.  We are part of Castle Phoenix Multi Academy Trust which specialises in leadership and was founded in February 2013.  We have a new Headteacher in post who is proudly dedicated to providing our 1000 students with the opportunity to thrive at school through academic progress, extra-curricular experiences and pastoral care.

The Trust is committed to invest in and develop all staff and, most importantly, bring about the best possible outcomes for our students who deserve the very best.  Our Trust values are really important to all of us and include Respect to All, From All, Innovation and Collaboration.

We will play to your strengths and can offer you:

• Regular feedback to develop your teaching expertise

• An opportunity to participate in a learning and teaching project

• Developmental opportunities for the next step in your career

• Support from a vibrant and caring science team that has the freedom to innovate and inspire our students through faculty centred leadership

• A comprehensive induction programme and mentor

• A range of benefits which includes cycle to work, access to a gym and swimming pool, free parking, an employee discount scheme, provision of an iPad, a commitment to staff wellbeing and recognition initiatives through the Trust’s people strategy and well-being committee.  

• A strong and effective admin team to enable you to concentrate on your teaching

Foxford has great deal to be proud of, hoping it is the kind of place people want to work with a meaningful focus on student outcomes and a desire to continuously improve.  

Visits and applications:  Alison Gallagher, Headteacher, would be delighted to meet you and talk about the opportunity, please email aliw@foxford.coventry.sch.uk to book onto a visit.  We are holding a science open evening from 5pm until 6pm on Tuesday 11 May 2021.  We would love to meet you then – just send a quick email to book a place through aliw@foxford.coventry.sch.uk

Application packs are available to download on http://castlephoenixtrust.org.uk/job-opportunities/vacancies/ or by email from Ali Wilkins, HR manager, aliw@foxford.coventry.sch.uk.  

Completed forms are returnable to HumanResources@caludoncastle.co.uk 

Interview date: Interviews are scheduled for between 20th and 26th May 2021

This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).  The Trust is committed to safeguarding, promoting the welfare of children and young people and creating a culture of vigilance and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and vigilance.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.

Owing to the current COVID situation, interviews are subject to date change.  All interviews that do take place will do so in a safe environment observing government guidance under social distancing criteria.  Please do continue to submit your application if you are interested in the opportunity.  We will maintain contact with all candidates so you are clear of selection process arrangements if you are shortlisted.