Science Teacher (Physics Specialism)
Oxford High School for Girls GDST
Oxford, Oxfordshire
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive salary plus benefits
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Required from September 2018
- Apply by:
- 19 March 2018
Job overview
This is an exciting opportunity for a Teacher of Science, specialising in Physics, to join a thriving and popular department, in a leading independent day school with exceptional academic results and excellent facilities. Our GCSE (94.8% A*/A grade) and A level results (66% A*/A across the three sciences) speak volumes for both the dedication of students and staff, and the high esteem which Physics, and also Science, is held by the school community.
Science at Oxford High School
We are an innovative department that thrives on the investigative and experimental approach to inspire our students beyond the confines of the course. We offer a whole range of enrichment activities, from trips to CERN and the RAL, to competitions, clubs and lectures from outside speakers, which all resonate with our genuine delight for this subject.
Offering many opportunities to both teachers and students alike, we pride ourselves on our love of science and the wish to inspire future generations through innovative teaching and enriching activities, both within and outside the classroom.
About Oxford High School
Founded over 140 years ago in the heart of Oxford’s historic city centre, Oxford High School is a dynamic and creative school with exceptional academic results. Our students are spirited, enthusiastic and passionate about learning. The school is part of the Girls’ Day School Trust, the leading and largest group of independent girls’ schools in the UK. The GDST is at the forefront of education for girls and has a strong voice in promoting opportunities for young women.
If you have a passion for teaching Science we would like to hear from you. In return we can provide a friendly and welcoming work environment, students who are spirited, enthusiastic and passionate about learning, a competitive salary and a range of benefits which include:
- Competitive salaries and pay progression
- Access to extensive professional development opportunities
- Training grants for qualifications
- Generous pension schemes
- Free life assurance benefit
- Free school lunches
- A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
For full details and to apply please click the apply button.
Applications should be received by 12 noon Monday 19th March and interviews will take place week commencing 26th March 2018.
GDST are committed to the safeguarding of children, and child protection screening will apply to this post.
About Oxford High School for Girls GDST
- Oxford High School for Girls GDST
- Belbroughton Road, Oxford
- Oxfordshire
- OX2 6XA
- United Kingdom
Oxford High School is an independent, non-denominational, all-through school for girls without nursery and with sixth form, situated in three sites in Summertown, North Oxford. It is one of 26 members of the GDST (Girls’ Day School Trust), meaning it is governed by the council and operates according to the trust’s policy. The school provides 906 places for primary, secondary and sixth-form students aged 4-19.
Oxford High School was founded in 1875 and is the oldest girls' school in the city. Until recently it accepted boys into its junior school, but is now girls-only.
Headteacher
Mrs Marina Gardiner Legge
Values and Vision
Oxford High believes it balances academic rigour with the chance for girls to explore their creativity and adventurous side, resulting in an encouraging and vibrant school full of high-achieving girls. As with other GDST schools, it aims to be an educational institution that shows principles, boldness, a strong network community and a girls-first attitude.
ISI
“The quality of pupils’ achievements is exceptional. Oxford High School is highly successful in meeting its aim to encourage girls to be ambitious in all areas of life and has fully met the recommendation from the previous inspection to maintain the high standards of learning and personal development. Pupils reach very high standards in their GCSE, International GCSE and A-level examinations and in the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), and most are successful in achieving their first choice of course at highly selective universities.”
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