Science Teacher with SCITT Tutor Responsibilities
Wetherby High School
Wetherby, Leeds
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS with TLR2c
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 1st January 2020
- Apply by:
- 17 October 2019
Job overview
Wetherby High School is a forward-thinking school in a semi-rural area of North Leeds. Our ethos is based upon inclusive and restorative values that we believe best allows every student the opportunity to realise their potential, as recognised in our Ofsted report.
We are now looking to appoint an excellent practitioner to lead and develop the Science SCITT provision at Wetherby High School.
This is a unique opportunity for an excellent science teacher to lead the Leeds SCITT programme, working with schools across Leeds to develop the next generation of science teachers in our schools.
The Leeds SCITT programme is a successful and long-standing provider working in partnership with Leeds Trinity University and some of the most highly regarded school in West Yorkshire.
As the lead tutor for the Science SCITT programme, based at Wetherby High School you will work closely with the SCITT lead tutor, with Leeds University and with other training schools across Leeds to train and mentor budding young professionals.
In addition to the initial training and developing classroom practice, you will co-ordinate placements and mentor trainees through the successful placements across other schools.
You will work with the university and the students for one day a week, will regularly meet with other providers to develop the provision further and will receive high quality training and continuing CPD to ensure the course is delivered to the highest standards.
You will also join the successful science team and continue to develop your own practice, with further opportunities to share good practice across the school and deliver CPD as part of an ambitious programme.
We are an ambitious school and, as our Ofsted report states, "Teachers are passionate" about teaching. We invite you to join this team and work across the school, city and with the higher education sector to develop science teaching and teachers. This post will attract ambitious teachers who wish to develop understanding and skills that will prepare them for future roles are senior leaders.
The successful candidate will be a creative, high-achieving practitioner, demonstrating a drive to move teaching forward to give children the best experience.
The dynamic and innovate teacher will be able to demonstrate:
- A passion for teaching and learning and able to instil this passion in others
- An ability to mentor students to become successful, creative teachers
- An understanding of, and commitment to, an inclusive school ethos, working restoratively and ensuring the well-being of the child
- A successful track record of raising attainment and progress for pupils of all abilities
- A passion for Science, interested in inspiring pupils and teachers and a wish to join a vibrant, forward-thinking and successful team
- A commitment to providing a highly effective learning environment and a willingness to positively embrace change, challenge and opportunities.
It is essential that the post holder shares the school ethos which is firmly rooted in a restorative approach and the following values: to 'Know our children well'; to be 'Partners in Learning'; to develop 'Character for Achievement'; to 'Enjoy and Aspire'. We firmly believe that in order to move forwards we need to be prepared and able to 'do things differently and to do different things'.
We significantly invest in the development and training of all colleagues who are equally happy to share their expertise, skills and knowledge across the organisation. If you are looking to be stretched and challenged within a positive and creative team and you have a genuine desire to make a positive difference to our children, please submit an application form, covering letter and CV to hr@wetherbyhigh.co.uk, by noon on Friday 18th October 2019.
Interviews will be held week commencing 21st October 2019.
We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applications will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check and satisfactory references. This school has a privacy statement for job applicants which is published on the school website.
About Wetherby High School
- Wetherby High School
- Hallfield Lane, Wetherby
- West Yorkshire
- LS22 6JS
- United Kingdom
About Wetherby High School
Wetherby High School is a mixed, non-denominational foundation school and for students aged 11-16. The school is located in the heart of Wetherby, in a semi-rural area of north Leeds. The school is a growing school, with almost 640 students on roll.
The former secondary modern school was built on its current site in 1966, and became a foundation school in 2010. The school falls under the remit of Leeds City Council.
Wetherby High School is an inclusive school, deeply committed to ensuring the educational experience for each child unlocks their full potential. As such our ambitions for them stretch way beyond their exam results and their time with us. We adopt a relationship and restorative approach to school improvement, striving for all staff and children to feel they are connected to and belong to the school community. It is through these relationships that we can work with each other to provide high challenge and high support to staff and students.
We are delighted that the school will soon have a new state of the art building for the school community to enjoy.
Executive Headteacher
Lucie Lakin
Head of School
Samantha Jefferson
Values and Vision
Wetherby High School has four key values, which aim to ensure every child can reach the best possible outcomes:
“Know our children well”
We believe that strong relationships, between the staff and the students and between the students themselves, lead to great learning. These relationships create the distinctive, close-knit family feeling of our school community. Knowing students as individuals – both in terms of their learning and personal development – means we can better challenge and support them to reach their full potential.
“Partners in learning”
Our students know that as a school community, as a year group and as a class group, we are responsible for the progress and development of each other. We should challenge and support each other to be the best version of ourselves. This partnership extends to home. We know students benefit when there is open and frequent communication between school and home; it is a key relationship.
“Enjoy and aspire”
School should be a happy and enjoyable time for our students; a safe learning environment where all students can grow and develop. We are committed to providing a wide-range of enrichment opportunities so all students can find their passion. Our Flexible Learning Programme, House activities, careers events and trips develop character, identity and a sense of achievement at such a crucial time in their lives.
“Character for achievement”
We know that to achieve well in the rigorous exams based education system, students need to be equipped with the independence, determination and resilience to overcome any challenges they may face. When our students move on from Wetherby High School, we want them to leave not only with the best academic results, but also the character to be successful young adults in a modern world. Additionally, a sense civic responsibility, emotional intelligence, self-regulation and empathy are traits that we know will help students flourish as valued members of any community they are become part of.
Ofsted, 2019 - Rated 'Good'
Recognised as 'Outstanding' for student 'Personal development, behaviour and welfare'.
“A truly inclusive school where every child is valued and cared for.”
“Pupils safety and welfare is paramount in this school. The school’s work to promote pupils’ personal development and welfare is outstanding.”
“A truly inclusive school where every child is valued and cared for.”
“Pupils and staff have unanimous praise for the help, support and guidance they receive when they need it”
“Pupils are impressed by the personal approach shown by teachers and adults across the school in sharing their own hobbies and interests and allowing pupils to experience these.”
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