Science Teacher\Lead Practitioner Required for January or April 2020
Queensbury Academy
Central Bedfordshire
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- Expired
- Salary:
- Pay Scale: Lead Practitioner (Salary tba)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January or April 2019
- Apply by:
- 14 November 2019
Job overview
Science Teacher\Lead Practitioner required for January or April 2020
Full or Part time
Pay Scale: Lead Practitioner (Salary tba)
This is an exciting post that aims to improve teaching and learning within the Science Department and possibly across the Trust. This would be a unique and fulfilling opportunity for those looking to go into Senior Leadership but also someone that is passionate about exploring Science practice across the Academy.
Queensbury Academy welcomes applications from main scale teachers from all science disciplines. Ability to teach science at both Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 is essential and the ability to teach Key Stage 5 in specialist areas is desirable.
Queensbury Academy is an oversubscribed good school and one which is committed to moving to outstanding as quickly as possible. We offer high quality induction and support including many CPD opportunities to enhance career progression. We support staff with their well-being and workload to ensure they enjoy working here and they can make an impact.
We are looking for a teacher who:
• is passionate about their subject and developing teaching resources
• is creative and enthusiastic
• has experience of coaching other staff
• has high expectations of themselves and students
• has excellent communication skills
Visits from prospective applications are welcome.
For further information and an application form this can be obtained from the Academy website at www.queensburyacademy.com or for further information contact
Mrs S Gadsden, Principal’s PA at the Academy telephone number 01582 601241. Closing date: Monday 18th November 2019 at noon, interviews will be held as soon as possible afterwards.
The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).
CVs will not be accepted for any posts based in the Academy.
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About Queensbury Academy
- Queensbury Academy
- Langdale Road, Dunstable
- Bedfordshire
- LU6 3BU
- United Kingdom
Our school is proud to be part of Anthem, a multi-academy trust that creates ambitious and successful schools where every child thrives.
Queensbury Academy is an 11-18 co-educational comprehensive academy, with a growing Sixth Form. The school is situated on a pleasant site at the foot of Dunstable Downs, South Bedfordshire.
Queensbury is the school of choice in Dunstable and has been oversubscribed for the past four years. Its growing Sixth Form has expanded by 25% in the past year thanks to the quality of teaching and the range of courses on offer.
Our diverse and inclusive community will provide the next generation with the skills and knowledge required to grow in learning and in life.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, visitors, and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, suitable references, and other essential checks. Staff involved in recruitment and selection of employees are trained in safer recruitment, and all our staff and volunteers undertake Child Protection training.
Employee Benefits Include:
- Pension schemes - TPS (Teachers) and LGPS (Non-Teachers)
- CPD certified opportunities - available to all employees
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - providing wellbeing and confidential advice services
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Health Shield Scheme
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