Head of Physics
Bennett Memorial Diocesan School
Kent
- Expiring soon
- Salary:
- TLR £ 7,768
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2024 or earlier if available
- Apply by:
- 6 May 2024
Job overview
HEAD OF PHYSICS
TLR £ 7,768
September 2024 or earlier if available
This is an exciting opportunity to lead the further development of Physics in this exceptionally high achieving school with a track record of outstanding performance in science. We are now seeking an excellent teacher of Physics with successful 11-18 teaching experience across the ability range, to lead a dedicated team of specialist teachers. Outstanding communication skills, a strong commitment to the subject, good qualifications and leadership potential are essential.
Situated in Tunbridge Wells, with excellent transport links to London, Bennett is a popular and over-subscribed academy with an enviable record of outstanding academic achievement over many years.
A Church of England co-educational school with independent academy status
- 1,903 on roll including 397 in the Sixth Form
- Judged Outstanding in every area by Ofsted in 2023
- World Class School Quality Mark in 2021
- Outstanding GCSE and A Level results
- Excellent reputation; oversubscribed
Bennett students are highly motivated and enthusiastic about learning and taking part in the huge range of enrichment activities that we offer.
As the Kent Teaching School hub, we are committed to providing strong and sustained professional development for all colleagues who work with us.
Priority places at the school are available for children of staff.
We welcome pre-application visits to the school.
Thank you for your interest. Should you wish to discuss any aspect of the advertised post before applying, please email: recruitment@bennett.kent.sch.uk
For full details and application form please visit our website: www.bennettmemorial.co.uk - – follow ‘Tenax Jobs’ link to job vacancies. Completed Application Form should be emailed to recruitment@bennett.kent.sch.uk or posted to the school by the closing date. CVs will not be accepted.
Closing date: 6th May 2024
Interview date will be confirmed on being short listed. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications
Bennett Memorial Diocesan School is part of the Tenax Schools Trust.
The Tenax Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and proactively model the school’s values. All posts are subject to vetting checks and a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
About Bennett Memorial Diocesan School
- Bennett Memorial Diocesan School
- Culverden Down, Tunbridge Wells
- Kent
- TN4 9SH
- United Kingdom
BELIEVING IN YOUNG PEOPLE
Bennett is a Church of England school with a record of providing outstanding education, rooted in tradition and preparing young people for the future. Our distinctive Christian identity and ethos inform our approach to living and learning.
We believe in the potential of every young person, academically and personally. Our faith in our students means that we aspire for excellence in all spheres. At Bennett, young people develop confidence in themselves. Confidence breeds success.
Bennett is a happy and vibrant community which fosters values and personal qualities in students. Courage and resilience, determination and perseverance, service to others, courtesy and consideration are put into practice in and out of lessons every day.
ACHIEVING EXCELLENCE
Outstanding teaching and impressive results are at the heart of Bennett’s success. We are rightly renowned for the excellent results Bennett students achieve at GCSE and a level. This is because our teachers are experts in their subjects, and because we expect hard work, excellent behaviour and a positive approach at all times.
TAKING PART AND ENJOYING
Learning beyond the classroom is a central part of Bennett life. Music and sport, travel and adventure, all play an important role in the life of Bennett students.
SIXTH FORM
We offer an excellent educational experience for sixth form students in a challenging and caring environment whilst also providing many opportunities for them to hone their interpersonal skills and confidence.
ABOUT THE ALTIUS TEACHING SCHOOL
The Altius teaching school alliance is dedicated to developing world class teaching. We are passionate about providing training for teachers that transforms the opportunities young people have. Teachers who have been inspired by high quality initial teacher training and professional development will inspire our students with their expert knowledge on how children can flourish. Nothing else is as important.
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