Second in Department – Science
Newton Abbot College
Devon
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS / UPS + TLR 2a
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 1st September 2025
- Apply by:
- 3 April 2025
Job overview
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Second in Department – Science
Required from September 2025
MPS / UPS + TLR 2a
full-time permanent
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Science teacher (Chemistry/Physics specialism preferably and needs to be able to teach to A level) who is an excellent classroom practitioner, deeply committed to improving student outcomes and passionate about teaching and learning to assume additional responsibilities as Second in Department within our Science Department at Newton Abbot College.
Working with the Head of Department, your areas of responsibility will include:
- Developing the Science curriculum across the key stages to ensure it is challenging, aspirational and knowledge-rich
- Creating resources that inspire, engage and challenge students
- Managing any extra-curricular activities or events that enhance our curriculum delivery
- Evaluating student progress and assessment data
- Working with the other department leaders to grow the team and ensure the best quality of educational experience within the department
If you think you can make a difference to our students and relish the idea of joining our successful, supportive and highly motivated team in the delivery of an excellent Science education, then we want to hear from you!
If you have any questions about the role, then please email Samantha Malone, Head of Department, on SMalone@nacollege.devon.sch.uk
Completed application forms should be submitted before the closing date stated below. We reserve the right to interview before the closing date, so please get your application in early.
Closing date for applications is Thursday 3rd April 2025 at 9am. Interviews will take place week commencing 22nd April.
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About Newton Abbot College
Newton Abbot College is a mixed 11 –19 Academy with over 1000 students on roll with a large and diverse Sixth Form. Our recent full section 5 Ofsted inspection in April 2019 described us as, "a harmonious school where pupils are thriving" and went on to note that, "pupils are respectful of each other and adults. Their behaviour is consistently of a high standard."
The College has undergone rapid change including significant improvement to examination results at Key Stages 4 and 5; levels of progress over the last few years have been outstanding and are predicted to improve further over the coming years. We are determined to build on our successes and, as a College with Academy status, aspire to be outstanding in all we do. We offer a real challenge and excellent professional opportunities to colleagues who are keen to contribute their drive, creativity and high expectations to our go-ahead College’s future.
Newton Abbot College was originally established in 1904 as the Newton Abbot town Grammar School, becoming Knowles Hill School in 1975 with the introduction of the comprehensive system. In 2008, the school became Newton Abbot College. Along with a new identity and uniform came a strong ethos of the highest expectations for student learning and progress. In 2011 we gained Academy status. Today, the College offers 11-19 year old students a challenging curriculum in a calm, purposeful, well-ordered community.
We are known for our high standards of teaching and our focus on student achievement. At the heart of everything we do is the individual who learns here. Our focus is on giving them a complete learning experience so that they leave us as happy, confident, knowledgeable young people. For that to happen, our teachers must stimulate and challenge them in the classroom and beyond. We treat all our students as individuals. We set targets and track progress so that no student can become invisible. We are recognised leaders in this practice. We endeavour to give our students the skills they need to become independent lifelong learners.
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