Teacher of Science
The Kings of Wessex Academy
Cheddar, Somerset
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Maternity Cover
- Start date:
- September 2019
- Apply by:
- 23 April 2019
Job overview
Teacher of Science
Required for September 2019 (Maternity contract – 1 year)
Suitable for an NQT or Experienced Teacher
We want to hear from you if you are an inspirational teacher who has a passion for seeing young people succeed. This is a fantastic opportunity if you are either an NQT looking for your first qualified teaching role or a more experienced teacher. You will work across two schools (Kings of Wessex Academy and Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School). Both are exceptional Academies that provide a world class education for all students. You will have an opportunity to teach across KS3 – KS5. Kings has one of the top performing science facilities in Somerset and Science is extremely popular at A Level, with many students gaining places to further their studies at University.
The successful applicant will join a supportive, dynamic, and progressive team. NQTs can expect an outstanding supportive programme with staff dedicated to support your success.
Candidates will need to demonstrate that they:
- are an outstanding teacher (or as an NQT, aspiring to be outstanding)
- have excellent subject knowledge, and the ability to consistently teach inspirational lessons
- have good organisational and communication skills
- can be innovative, creative, enthusiastic – able to deliver results
- have the ability and willingness to make a broader contribution to the life of the Academy
Both Academies are based in beautiful Somerset villages, close to Bristol.
Closing date: Wednesday 24 April 2019 - 8.00 am
Interview date: To be confirmed
To apply for this position, please complete a teaching staff application form, (which is available on our website), together with a letter of application for the attention of Mr G Ball (Executive Head Teacher). Your letter should be no more than two pages of A4, detailing your experience to date and why you are the best candidate for the position. Completed applications should be returned by post or by email to jobs@kowessex.co.uk
This post requires a criminal background check via the Disclosure Procedure
Attached documents
About The Kings of Wessex Academy
The Kings of Wessex Academy is a mixed, Church of England academy secondary school and sixth form for pupils aged 13-18, located in Cheddar, Somerset. It was founded in 1976, and was formerly known as The Kings of Wessex School before converting to an academy in 2011. The school has approximately 1,200 pupils.
Kings of Wessex is part of the Wessex Learning Trust, a group of eight academies in the Cheddar Valley.
Executive Headteacher
Mr Gavin Ball
Values and vision
The Kings of Wessex Academy aims to provide a first class education for all. The school has a dedicated team of staff, who aspire to inspiring all students to be the best that they can be, and to stand out from the crowd.
The school aspires to provide a caring and happy environment in which all children can flourish. It places considerable emphasis on respect and good behaviour. The academy has developed a rich and varied curriculum, and offers a wealth of extra-curricular activities.
The school describes itself as a forward-thinking academy, that also still believes in traditional values. Kings expects its students to be polite, to show respect for others and to maintain high standards of behaviour and uniform. It is a specialist technology college.
Ofsted
“The headteacher provides determined leadership. He is uncompromising in his pursuit of excellence among students and staff, and as a result, teaching is improving.”
“The proportion of students awarded at least five or more good GCSE grades including English and mathematics has been above average for the last three years.”
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