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Teacher of Science

Teacher of Science

West Walsall E-Act Academy

Walsall

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Salary:
MPS/UPS
Job type:
Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
Apply by:
24 April 2019

Job overview

Teacher of Science

Full Time

Salary: MPS/UPS

Keen to challenge young people with opportunities they may not know they even exist yet? We aim to raise pupils’ aspirations so they begin to believe in themselves and understand that there is nothing holding them back, including where they happen to live or their family’s experience in education. 

At West Walsall E-ACT Academy, we know that the life chances of our pupils are determined by inspirational teachers like you.

How can you help to inspire our pupils

We’re searching for a Teacher of Science who will inspire our students in the classroom by delivering innovative curricula and by giving them the confidence of to think big for themselves as they progress through our academy.

For a full job description of the role see the job description and job specification. We encourage you to get in touch with any questions; better still, come and see us for yourself.

Our academy

An 11-18 academy in Walsall resolutely focussed on improving the life chances of all our students and inspiring them to reach their full potential.

Ofsted good rated, recognised for helping students to progress from often low starting points.

A great place to work and live

Located just eight miles from Birmingham and six miles from Wolverhampton, Walsall is home to two E-ACT academies in Reedswood E-ACT Academy and West Walsall E-ACT Academy.

Part of the E-ACT Family

E-ACT multi-academy trust is responsible for 29 academies across the length and breadth of England. We are always on the lookout for dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic people so we can continue to give every one of our students the opportunity to explore, solve, create and achieve. In return, we offer the chance to work with amazing people and inspirational students, as well as a great salary and sector-leading work-life balance.

The role

We are now looking to recruit a talented and enthusiastic Science teacher. You’ll be responsible for planning and delivering high quality lessons and achieving excellent results for your students, instilling in them a love for the subject and a desire to learn.  We are looking for someone who will inspire and enthuse our students, delivering an outstanding and enriched curriculum.

The ideal candidate will:

· be a well-qualified teacher with a record of delivering good and outstanding lessons.

· have evidence of supporting students to make beyond expected progress

· have an excellent record of forging positive relationships with students to encourage great learning.

· have a resilient character and a strong personal drive

· understand the difference that a great education can make to pupils especially to those from disadvantaged backgrounds.

How to apply

The closing date for applications is Thursday 25th April  2019 – 4:00pm

Completed applications should be sent to  Midlands.recruit@e-act.org.uk 

For Further information on E-ACT, please visit: 

https://www.e-act.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/E-ACT-annual-report-2016-2017.pdf

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. 

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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About West Walsall E-Act Academy

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+44 1922 720741

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West Walsall E-ACT Academy is a mixed, mainstream, state secondary school in Walsall. It caters to students aged 11-18 and has approximately 622 pupils enrolled. The school boasts enviable sports facilities such as a football and athletics field, eight tennis courts, a heated swimming pool, a gym, a squash court, a large astroturf pitch and a sports hall.

West Walsall E-ACT Academy was originally opened in September 1971 as Wilfred Clark Comprehensive. It later became known as Alumwell Business and Enterprise College, and then West Walsall E-ACT Academy when it converted to academy status in September 2012. It is part of the E-ACT family of academy schools.

Headteacher

Kerry Solway-Blower

Vision and values

West Walsall E-ACT Academy works hard to deliver an excellent education to students of all backgrounds and abilities. Teachers aim to instil in every child the school's three main values: goodness, discipline and knowledge. Through creating a safe and supportive environment, the school hopes to demonstrate its commitment to equality as well as fundamental British values.

The secondary school pays extra attention to English, maths and science, and also offers business, drama, French, Spanish, ICT, PE and music. A STEM club meets once a week to help promote an interest in science and engineering.

Ofsted report

“Pupils receive personal, social and health education through dedicated curriculum lessons. This programme is designed by the academy to ensure coverage and development of a wide range of appropriate topics.”

View West Walsall E-ACT Academy’s latest Ofsted report

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