Second in Science

Second in Science – Full time

We are looking for a passionate and ambitious Teacher of Science/Second in department.

As a second in Science you will work closely with the Head of faculty to support and sensitively manage diverse colleagues.

A specialism in physics would be desirable but not essential if you have a willingness to develop in this area of teaching.

Science is a thriving Faculty at Court Fields School, led by Miss Swannack, our experienced Head of Faculty.  

The team comprises 2 Science Technicians and 5 teaching staff, and teaching takes place in 6 purpose built science laboratories. Core concepts are taught in a broad and relevant Key Stage 3 curriculum, including topics which prepare students for later life e.g. reproduction, healthy diets (including food labelling), risks of smoking, how energy bills work to just name a few. 

At Key Stage 4 students study the Edexcel syllabus in Combined Science as well as Separate Science, which has been a cornerstone of team’s historical success.  The wider needs of students are also addressed within Science, for example helping students develop resilience when a practical doesn't work or they don't get the answer right first time, problem solving skills, communication, working in teams, numeracy and literacy. 

The development of social capital is key, including a knowledge of how the world around them works and how their bodies function, debating skills and ethics around much of current scientific research. Learning is given a justification and context, linked to the bigger picture, or future careers.  Effective scholars in Science aren't just given the facts and asked to remember them, but rather the skills and knowledge to decipher answers. 

Our team are clear that science bridges all other subjects, and explains why things happen and how they work, for example global warming and ecology in geography, the development of theories through time in history, etymology in English and languages, and the ethics regarding stem cells or animal testing. 

The successful applicant would join a strong and thriving faculty at an exciting time in the school’s journey, and would be able to take a lead role across a number of strategic areas for development, including Key Stage 3 curriculum, STEM, and the proactive support for girls in science both in school and looking towards careers in science.

To apply please visit our website: https://www.courtfields.net/category/staff-vacancies/

CVs are not accepted, please complete the application form in full.

Closing date: Midday Monday 26th April 2021

About us

At Court Fields School we are very proud of our school and our students. Together with our staff, Governors and our wider community in Wellington, we are working to provide the very best education for our children, both academically and pastorally. Our students’ achievements include performing at the highest levels in Sport and the Arts, developing wider skills via the National Citizenship Service and Duke of Edinburgh Awards, competing in national challenges in Maths and Science, to name just a few.

Our aim is for every child to achieve, belong and participate and this is at the heart of everything we do at Court Fields School. We believe in the absolute moral responsibility we have for equipping students with the best possible exam results. We know that this opens doors for students and prepares them with outstanding attitudes and a strong moral foundation.

We are ambitious for our students and our school. We have high standards and our students reflect our expectations. Our improvement, particularly over the last eighteen months, has been noted by our students, staff, parents, community and Ofsted. Visitors to our school recognise a significant shift in culture, with a clarity of purpose and focus on high quality teaching, excellent behaviour and wellbeing . We will be relentless in ensuring that this progress continues.

Court Fields School is an academy and part of The Castle Partnership Trust. We work closely in collaboration with schools in this partnership to share excellent practice and ensure the best outcomes for the children in our care. We develop young people with outstanding attitudes and integrity, and prepare them well for life in an ever-changing world.

Our aims are simple. We want every child at Court Fields School to achieve their potential, participate in the school and the wider community, and enjoy a strong sense of belonging. Our foundations for this are high quality teaching and learning, a broad and balanced curriculum, and a safe environment. We support all of our students to be ambitious, and have a positive attitude towards every aspect of their school life. We are proud of our students. Our values demonstrate a commitment to developing them as individuals, leaders, team players and advocates for those who need support.

Court Fields School converted to an academy in January 2014 and is part of The Castle Partnership Trust. We teach nearly 800 students aged 11-16 at our campus in the Somerset town of Wellington.