Teacher of Science

Riddlesdown Collegiate is looking for an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of Science to join our team.

Riddlesdown Collegiate is a fantastic place to work and learn. We have recently joined The Collegiate Trust whose vision of an exceptional education for all accurately describes the ambitions we hold for our students. They are bright, well-motivated and a pleasure to work with, whilst our staff are talented, hard-working and ambitious for themselves and others.

What does the role involve?

The Science team is very strong and delivers very high standards; GCSE results are within the top 10% of all schools nationally for value-added, with A Level results also very strong. The main aim of the role is to excite and inspire students, encouraging them to question the world around them and opening their minds to the possibilities afforded by learning to think in a scientific way. With this aim in mind, students are encouraged to become independent learners which enable them to become competent in the theory and practice of Science and to understand its relevance to everyday life. Students are expected to develop confidence in their ability to analyse evidence, think critically and solve problems in a practical way. Teachers are expected to ensure that students find their lessons enjoyable, interesting, stimulating and relevant. In time, students should be able to make informed, responsible decisions about scientific matters that affect such things as their health, their society and their future. Who are we looking for?

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Teacher of Science to join our team of highly motivated professionals who are working collaboratively to raise standards and expectations at all levels throughout the Science Department.

Additionally, the Job Description and Person Specification shown in the application pack will give you a good indication of who we are looking for, including the skills and experience of our ideal candidate.

Riddlesdown Collegiate

Riddlesdown Collegiate is an outstanding (Ofsted, March 2023) school at the heart of our community. We are a unique school with a ‘small schools’ model, meaning we are able to reap the benefits our scale brings, through investing in our people and resources, but students describe our ‘small schools’ Collegiate system as making them feel part of a ‘family.’ We are a warm, friendly, and ambitious school which aims to develop students’ character, nurturing their talents, as well as striving to reach the highest academic standards. Creating the right environment for teachers to thrive is at the very heart of our strategy and we invite you to explore our school and this role further. 

 The Collegiate Trust

The Collegiate Trust is a family of 8 schools, primary and secondary, located in the Croydon and Crawley areas, educating children and young people from 3-19 years of age with a clear vision to deliver exceptional education for all.

The Central Team is mainly based at Riddlesdown Collegiate, a large, outstanding (OFSTED, March 2023) secondary school in Croydon with a longstanding reputation for high standards and an exceptional education.

Benefits of working with The Collegiate Trust

We care about our staff's health and wellbeing and offer a number of benefits that can be found on our website at Benefits of Working with TCT. We continually strive to improve our employee experience, ensuring staff wellbeing is at the forefront of our decision making. We offer generous holiday and salary opportunities, and are dedicated to ensuring professional development opportunities for all our staff.

How to apply

For more information on what you will be doing, who we are looking for, the school and the Trust, please download the Applicant Information Pack.

To apply, please use the application form on the TES website.

The Collegiate Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

The Collegiate Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to providing a mutually supportive working environment where every individual is respected, valued and included.