Curriculum Leader of Physics
Townley Grammar School
Bexley
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- TLR 2 (Outer London) possible R&R negotiable: recruitment and retention allowance available to suitable candidate
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Required from Easter 2019 or September 2019
- Apply by:
- 27 January 2019
Job overview
DO YOU WANT TO BUILD ROCKETS..?
Townley Grammar School is a multicultural girls’ selective school with specialism in Mathematics and Computing with Performing Arts.
We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic and passionate Curriculum Leader for Physics. This is an ideal position for a dedicated and enterprising teacher, which will give them a fast track route into leadership training.
As well as being an innovative classroom practitioner, the successful candidate will have a knowledgeable and creative approach to future development, the ability to inspire and motivate, and be a strong team player. This is an excellent opportunity to educate bright and engaging students in a large and progressive selective school for girls. There are approximately 1500 students on roll, including a co-educational sixth form of over 400 of which approximately half of the sixth form students take a Science subject at A-level. The ability to teach 2 sciences up to GCSE and Physics to A Level would be desirable.
Rated as Outstanding by OFSTED in November 2015, key findings include:
- Teaching is outstanding. Teachers are passionate about their subjects, have high expectations and excellent subject knowledge. They support the leadership of the academy in its ambitious vision of success and the very best for all pupils.
- A particular strength of the academy is its encouragement of STEM subjects
Our STEM provision extends beyond the curriculum with exciting fun-packed off curriculum STEM Days, a highly successful STEM Leadership program and numerous clubs and events throughout the academic year. Our recent ‘Y7 Magic of STEM’ Day and our celebration of British Science Week videos can be seen here: http://www.townleygrammar.org.uk/students/curriculum/stem/
We have exciting and innovative relationships with science specialist schools in Russia and Japan, we have built rockets with the Moscow State University and have worked with the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Los Angeles to name but a few. Our school can offer exciting international opportunities to interested scientists.
We provide a full and robust induction programme for all new members of staff, as part of the school’s Staff Development Programme, with further support for staff new to the teaching profession. We encourage professional development across the school including opportunities to share ideas for improving teaching and learning.
We offer a bespoke and personalised range of pathway opportunities, including NPQML, NPQSL and opportunities to study for a Diploma or Masters with Buckingham University. This position will provide a sound foundation for further promotion within the Odyssey Trust and beyond.
Townley Grammar School is committed to the wellbeing and happiness of staff. We have an extensive programme of wellbeing sessions for all staff and are committed to providing a positive and supportive working environment for all.
The deadline for applications is Sunday 27th January, with interviews taking place Monday 4th February 2019.
We encourage prospective applicants to contact us for an informal chat before the closing date. Please email Mrs Pandya, Head of School at npandya.303@townleygrammar.org.uk
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About Townley Grammar School
Who we are
Townley Grammar School is one of the selective schools in the Bexley London Borough. The school, which was founded in 1937, has over the years established a tradition of academic excellence and is a lively, caring community of which we are justly proud. At Townley education is a creative process. We have a learning community which encourages academic, emotional and physical confidence. Our students are inspirational learners who have the courage to take risks and the wisdom to learn from their mistakes.
Our reputation is built on the dignity, responsibility and self esteem of all members of our community. Townley students develop the qualities of Confidence, Resilience, Courage, Compassion, Integrity, Spirit, Social conscience and the ability to inspire.
We work to fulfil individual potential through providing outstanding teaching, rich opportunities for learning, and encouragement and support for each student.
The School is situated very close to Bexleyheath Town Centre and is well served by Public Transport, being on several bus routes. There is also convenient access from Bexley and Bexleyheath Stations.
Working for us
Excellent CPD & Outstanding Teacher Programme Childcare Voucher Scheme
Use of School Gym facilities Family Friendly Policies Reduced Rate for Facilities Hire
Pension Scheme
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