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Science Teacher

Science Teacher

Duke of Kent School

Nr Cranleigh GU6

Salary:
£Competitive
Job type:
Part Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2021
Apply by:
17 March 2021

Job overview

Part Time (0.6) • Permanent post • Actual hours and days to be mutually agreed.

An outstanding Science teacher is required to join our innovative, hard working and friendly department to teach KS3 and KS4 Science to Years 7-11. All specialisms will be considered, a teacher with the ability to teach more than one of the Sciences to the current KS4 science specifications would be an advantage.

Newly qualified teachers are welcome to apply. Although not a boarding school, on-site accommodation may be available for applicants who may need to re-locate to the area.

The ideal candidate will have high professional standards, inspire enthusiasm for science in our students, be committed to lifelong learning and a team player, keen to share ideas with colleagues.

A highly effective classroom practitioner, the post-holder will enjoy teaching across our inclusive ability range.

The Department is housed in three laboratories and is well resourced. We place a strong emphasis on practical work. Members of the Department have taken a lead in the School on the use of technology. All pupils and staff are equipped with iPads or Chromebooks; experience with this technology is desirable but training can be provided.

To apply, please complete an application form which is on the School website by clicking on the apply button.

Closing date : Wednesday 17th March 2021.

Long list interviews via zoom: Friday 19th March 2021.

Short list interviews which will involve teaching a lesson w/c 22nd March 2021.

Duke of Kent School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all employees 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 and Barring Service. All teaching staff are required to submit a self-declaration form confirming their suitability to work with children across our age range. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and pre-employment checks as detailed in our Recruitment Policy.

About Duke of Kent School

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+44 1483 277313

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Duke of Kent School is a thriving co-educational independent School near Guildford, in the Surrey Hills, with 340 pupils on roll from Nursery to GCSE.

Head

Mrs Sue Knox

Values and vision

Duke of Kent School strives for excellence, expects and celebrates effort, nurtures well-being and presents challenge. Our size allows each pupil to be known and cared for as an individual.

Every pupil at Duke of Kent School is known as an individual. This means the school can provide each child with the right balance of challenge and support, to enable maximum achievement.

The School has undergone considerable change in the past 13 years, transforming itself from a Prep to a through school, and growing quickly to its current roll of 340 pupils. Key entry points are Nursery, Year 3 and Year 7. Pupils leave at the end of Year 11 to a wide range of local colleges and sixth forms in the independent and maintained sectors.

Our teaching team is made up of experienced, well qualified and highly motivated teachers who have chosen to join our small community where they have a big impact. A dedicated and comprehensive operations staff team supports the teaching team. Across both support and teaching areas, the School currently employs approximately 100 staff (both full-time and part-time). We are also complimented by a team of committed local Governors with broad expertise.

We have a growth mindset, operating on the principle that all learners can, when properly challenged and supported, achieve extraordinary progress. Our focus is on achieving personal best in every aspect of development. We expect, and celebrate effort.

We expect all members of the community to exercise tolerance, kindness, respect and empathy.  We value diversity and pursue equal opportunities for all.

The School has an inclusive ethos and we are proud of meeting the needs of pupils across a broad range of academic ability. We seek to enable each pupil to achieve his or her potential, to address challenges and to develop interests and aptitudes.

ISI report

“Pupils’ learning experiences are considerably enriched by an excellent range of extra-curricular activities. A popular programme of after-school clubs provides a rich vein of worthwhile activities. Competitive sport is particularly well developed, with regular fixtures taking place.”

View Duke of Kent School’s latest ISI report 

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