Lead Practitioner / Teacher of Science

• Peacehaven Community School
• LP3-LP8 (£44,550-£50,397)
• September 2024 start

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Lead Practitioner / Teacher of Science to be part of a team dedicated to delivering first class learning for every student. You will join a talented and dedicated Science department, with a strong teamwork ethic and passionate commitment to improving attainment. This post offers an excellent opportunity to be part of the school’s exciting upward journey. As a Lead Practitioner, you will also have whole school responsibilities in raising standards and be part of the extended senior leadership team.

Candidates will be talented, dynamic and will challenge and motivate our students to get the very best meaningful outcomes.

The candidate will:

• Be an experienced and outstanding teacher of Science with the drive and capacity to really thrive in this role.
• Have a clear vision of how to improve standards in Science and across the school
• Be able to motivate and inspire students. You will be relentless in the pursuit of the highest standards of progress for every student, regardless of their ability.
• Be resilient, hard-working, solution-focused, and committed to transforming student outcomes

We provide constant, high quality CPD and all staff are passionate about sharing good practice.

If you are looking for an opportunity that will excite and challenge you, and have boundless energy and resilience, then we look forward to receiving your application.

Joining our team

Peacehaven Community School is a research-engaged, innovative educational institution within the Swale Academies Trust, dedicated to providing an exceptional learning experience for our students. We are delighted that you are considering joining our talented team of teachers, leaders and support staff. At PCS, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive working environment, where every staff member can thrive and contribute to our shared mission of nurturing the potential of every student. We are a fully inclusive school with a special facility for students with SCLN and ASC and we believe that all students, irrespective of their starting points, can flourish. Our nurturing and challenging learning environment transforms lives and empowers our students to aspire, believe, contribute, and achieve greatness.

Join us to benefit from:

• Friendly and supportive school environment;
• Be part of a highly successful Trust;
• CPD opportunities;
• Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice;
• Ride to Work Scheme;
• Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive.

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

If you are interested in this post, please contact Mark Hughes for an informal discussion. mark.hughes@swale.at and 01273 581100

Completed application forms should be sent to April Stevens (Office and Media Manager) or Liz Fulker (Lead Admin Officer) at pcs-recruitment@swale.at or by post to Peacehaven Community School, Greenwich Way, Peacehaven East Sussex BN10 8RB. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989 (option 2)

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Interview Date: 10th May 2024

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure