Teacher of Science

Teacher of Science – University of Chester Academy Northwich (UCAN)

Location:  Northwich, Cheshire

Contract Type:  Full Time

Contract Term: Permanent

Salary: MPS/UPS 

Required: April 2018

We seek to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic teacher to join our outstanding Science Department within a deeply caring and committed school.  This post represents an exciting opportunity to be part of our journey to be world class. UCAN is working with the regional Science Learning Network, so there will be plenty of opportunities for professional development. Science results in 2017 were placed in the top 4% of schools nationally for progress and top 20% for attainment by FFT. The post is suitable for an NQT looking to start an exciting new career or for an experienced teacher looking for a new challenge.

The successful candidate will be a dynamic and highly motivated teacher able to deliver exciting, relevant and challenging lessons to students of all abilities across Key Stage 3 and 4. Candidates must be well organised with high expectations of achievement and behaviour and must demonstrate excellent professional standards. 

At the University of Chester Academy Northwich we pride ourselves in the quality of training provided, to ensure our teachers are the best that they can be. Staff are highly committed providing opportunities for our students to enjoy life across the whole curriculum and beyond. We believe in the importance of providing experiences to our pupils outside the regular classroom setting and encourage our students to have the same high expectations of themselves and to have the most aspirational thoughts for their futures.

UCAN is part of a multi-academy trust – UCAT. As a sponsor, we are looking for outstanding teachers who we can support to continue to improve their practice and work collaboratively with colleagues in the Trust to ensure the best outcomes for all our pupils.

Closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday 15 January 2018 Applicants shortlisted for interview will be notified shortly after the closing date. (Please note references will be requested for shortlisted applicants prior to interview). 

The link for applying is:http://www.eteach.com/Microsite/ContentPage.aspx?EmpNo=39671&PageType=-10 , which can also be found in the vacancies section of our website.

Visits to our academy are warmly welcomed.

University of Chester Academy Northwich is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applications will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS).