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Biology/Medical Science Subject Tutor

Biology/Medical Science Subject Tutor

Sixth Form College Farnborough

Hampshire

  • £25,149 - £41,882 per year
  • Expired
Job type:
Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
Start date:
30 August 2022
Apply by:
20 May 2022

Job overview

The Prospect Trust is a leading Multi-Academy Trust in the South of England, with an aim of providing outstanding education for all learners within a family of local academies. There are currently three academies within the Trust: The Sixth Form College Farnborough, Tomlinscote School and Frimley Church of England Junior School.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Science Department within an outstanding Sixth Form College. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and well-qualified graduate able to teach Biology with the flexibility to teach Medical Science.  

Core Curriculum

Our A Level Biology course follows the AQA specification. This is a broad course covering key biological molecules, cells, exchange, genetic information, core biochemistry, physiology of major organ systems, populations and ecosystems as well as recombinant DNA technologies and gene expression. The course is applied and culminates with three terminal exams at the end of the two years. Much of the assessment centres on practical techniques and approaches. Mastery of the correct terminology is critical as well as an appreciation that maths based questions, including statistical analysis, are integral to the course.

Medical Science is a Level 3 general applied vocational course offered to approximately 140 students at the college. The course aims to provide learners with the knowledge, understanding and skills in key scientific principles to support progress to higher education or employment in areas of Medical Science. We have a well developed set of curriculum resources to teach the course and ties to several medical institutions, including The University of Southampton, allowing us to enrich the curriculum with visits, talks and online experiences in the area. We have high expectations of our learners and students on this course achieve approximately 40% higher A*-B grades than the national average. Students undertake challenging coursework units over both years covering Physiological measurement techniques, Medical Science Research Techniques and Medicines and Treatment of disease alongside the examined units. We are constantly aiming to improve the learning experience and employability options for our students and our current focus is exam success. 

The Post of Biology/Medical Science tutor:

We are looking for a teacher who displays the following characteristics: 

  • Demonstrate a thoughtful and self-reflective approach to pedagogy; 
  • Demonstrate excellence in their teaching practice & exhibit a desire to become an outstanding post - 16 classroom practitioner; 
  • Enthusiastic about the subject; 
  • Excellent ICLT skills that makes learning visible in the classroom; 
  • Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and a further desire to build on this; 
  • Enthusiasm in working with 16-19 year old students; 
  • Organised but flexible in their approach; 
  • Excellent & resourceful team player; 
  • Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills 

We welcome applications from ECTs to experienced professionals who may have developed their teaching practice in both 11-19 schools, 16-19 educational institutions in both the state & independent sectors. We are looking for a candidate who recognises the critical importance of developing our students’ literacy and numeracy skills and will implement this as an integral part of their teaching.  We are also looking for a candidate with a proven track record of providing value added.

The successful applicant is expected to be flexible, not afraid to meet challenges, and innovative in their approach to curriculum delivery.

If you are motivated by a challenge and feel you could support us to achieve even greater results, this is the right College for you. It is a truly great place to work.

How we support you:

As a new member of staff you will receive plenty of support from your colleagues both from the department and from the wider college community.  This will include: 

  • a mentor to help you through the first year (in particular); 
  • support from your curriculum manager and director of faculty; and 
  • an extensive programme for all new staff to help induct you into College life as well as to develop your approach to teaching

For graduates we will organise and fund a teaching qualification.

We regard our staff as our most important resource and will do our utmost to support you throughout your time at the College.

Why come and work for us?

We offer the opportunity to help develop your skills and knowledge in a friendly team environment, plus a range of benefits including a career average pension scheme (LGPS), employee assistance programme, free onsite parking, a cycle to work scheme, access to the College gym and the career benefits of being part of a growth Multi Academy Trust. 

Contract/Hours: Full time, part time will be considered. 

Start Date: 30th August 2022

Further details of this exciting role and how to apply can be found on our website farnborough.ac.uk/working 

Please complete the attached application form and equality monitoring form and email all completed applications to recruitment@prospecttrust.org.uk by midday on 20 May 2022.

Interviews are due to take place on Tuesday 24 May 2022.

Early applications are encouraged, as the Trust may at its discretion elect to both interview and select candidates before the advertised closing date.

The Prospect Trust takes the control and processing of employee data very seriously and is committed to acting in line with the GDPR regulations; please read the attached applicant privacy notice which explains how your data is processed.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified applicants, however all disabled applicants who meet our minimum criteria will be invited for an interview. 

The Prospect Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people within our care and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. Any future offer of employment remains subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS clearance, a health check and references.


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About Sixth Form College Farnborough

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The Sixth Form College Farnborough is a sixth form college located in the town of the same name, in Hampshire. The College had originally been a grammar school founded in 1936, becoming a full sixth form college in 1992. The college is co-educational, with over 3000 students aged 16-19. Since its establishment as a sixth form, the college has undergone extensive redevelopment and modernisation, and as a result can boast of a wide range of high-quality teaching and recreational facilities such as a brand-new purpose-built teaching block opened in 2010 containing teaching facilities for physics, electronics and photography among others.

Principal

Zoe Smallman

Values and Vision

The Sixth Form College Farnborough is a sixth form college located in the town of the same name, in Hampshire. Since September 2017, The College has been part of The Prospect Trust, a multi-academy trust. The College had originally been a grammar school founded in 1936, becoming a full sixth form college in 1992. The college is co-educational, with over 3900 students aged 16-19. Since its establishment as a sixth form, the college has undergone extensive redevelopment and modernisation, and as a result can boast of a wide range of high-quality teaching and recreational facilities such as a brand-new purpose-built teaching block opened in 2010 containing teaching facilities for physics, electronics and photography among others. Around a third of the students at the college are on mixed programmes of study combining A levels and vocational courses. The college offers 33 A-level courses, with the largest being in psychology and mathematics. Of the 11 vocational courses, the largest are in criminology and business.

Ofsted

“Students very quickly develop detailed knowledge and understanding of the subjects they study and improve their practical skills to very high levels. Students benefit from very high levels of support from teaching and support staff to help them stay at college, develop their confidence and succeed. Highly experienced and well-qualified staff expertly design and teach lessons that break down information and skills into topics that are easy to understand"

The full report into The Sixth Form College, Farnborough can be found here.

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