Teacher of Science
Golborne High School
Wigan
- Expired
- Salary:
- Main payscale
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 24 January 2018
Job overview
TEACHER OF SCIENCE (2 posts)
Required for a September 2018 start
We are looking for 2 enthusiastic Teachers of Science to join our school. The positions will be mainscale, teaching across the age range and would suit someone new to the profession or with some experience looking to move to a different environment.
Golborne is a rapidly improving, thriving and popular school. We have the highest expectations of our pupils and are determined to become ‘outstanding’ in all that we do. Our vision is to become a beacon of excellence at the heart of the community.
This is an ideal opportunity to join a motivated and successful team. We are on an exciting journey and see this as a vital part of the school’s development over the next few years. We are a self-improving school where commitment is to developing and supporting all staff in their career path. We deliver a comprehensive induction programme and encourage all of our staff to be ambitious for their futures. These roles would suit professionals who have the drive and a determination to ensure that all children succeed. The successful applicants will also demonstrate an ambition to develop in their role and embrace the CPD that is available to support them in becoming an outstanding practitioner.
An application form and further details of the post are available from the school website www.golbornehigh.wigan.sch.uk.
It should be noted that it is a requirement of the Governors of Golborne High School that candidates should, whenever possible, name as referees current and former employers (via Heads or Principals where employment at educational institutions is concerned)
Closing date: Wednesday 24th January 2018 at 12 noon
Interviews: Thursday 1st February 2018
We look forward to receiving your application should you be interested. If you have not heard from us by the interview date, you may assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer feedback on individual applications that are not shortlisted for interview.
Golborne High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is covered by the Protection of Children Act and is therefore subject to enhanced DBS clearance.
About Golborne High School
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Golborne High School, a co-educational secondary school of around 1,200 pupils, is located near to Wigan, Greater Manchester. Providing places for pupils aged 11-16, Golborne High is a foundation cooperative trust school, forming a key part of the GoalCo Trust, a network of schools and colleges situated in and around Wigan.
The GoalCo cooperative was established in 2010, but the secondary school itself first opened its doors in 1954.
Headteacher
Alison Stott
Values and vision
Golborne High School has high expectations of its pupils in terms of behaviour and work ethic, while encouraging individualism and creativity. Its vision is to be a beacon of excellence at the heart of the local community, delivering an exceptional education for children through inspirational and challenging teaching, exemplary standards and aspirational goals.
Teachers aim to motivate children to love learning and inspire them to dream big dreams that broaden their horizons.
Ofsted report
Overall effectiveness: Outstanding
The quality of education: Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes: Outstanding
Personal development: Outstanding
Leadership and management: Outstanding
'Pupils at Golborne High School aspire to achieve highly because leaders and staff expect the very best of them. Pupils live out the ‘Golborne Way’ through their actions each day. They listen attentively to their teachers, follow instructions diligently and treat one another with respect. Pupils are determined to be successful, and they are keen to be the best versions of themselves. Pupils, including those who are disadvantaged, achieve exceptionally well. They take great pride in both their personal and academic accomplishments. Pupils delight in celebrating these achievements in school.'
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