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Teacher of Biology

Teacher of Biology

Newham Collegiate Sixth Form, City of London Academy

Newham

Salary:
MPS/UPS
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2017
Apply by:
13 May 2017

Job overview

Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre (the ‘NCS’) is a dedicated sixth form centre established by a group of nine Newham 11-16 schools in partnership with Newham Council. The NCS opened in September 2014 in iconic Grade 2 listed buildings on the East Ham Town Hall Civic Complex, having been fully renovated to a high standard with nine new science laboratories and spacious teaching classrooms. Our first year AS results were outstanding with 65% A/B and 85% A/C, and we are predicting A2 results of 85% A/B and 95% A/C. The centre provides a stimulating education and personalised curriculum within a supportive environment in which students are encouraged to stretch themselves to achieve their potential. The NCS offers an academic A Level Curriculum with a specialism in Science and Maths, alongside pathways in Humanities. The A Level Curriculum and the extra-curricular programme will be focused on preparing students for progression to selective and Russell Group universities.

The NCS is currently looking to appoint an inspirational and motivational teacher of Biology with the ability to deliver high quality lessons and achieve excellent results. This is an exciting opportunity to work with the Head of Sciences/Lead Biologist to establish and design the curriculum and student offer as well as assisting the most able students in Newham and surrounding boroughs achieve their true potential.

The successful candidate for the Biology role will:

  • Hold DfE Qualified Teacher Status and a relevant undergraduate degree.
  • Share our vision that there is no ceiling to achievement and believe in the transformational nature of education.
  • Have experience of teaching A level Biology or demonstrate a strong desire to develop the skills and knowledge to do so. We also welcome applications from high quality NQTs.
  • Have a proven track record of successful learning and teaching.
  • Have a passion to share their academic interests as part of our innovative super curriculum.
  • Have the ability to draw upon their professional/educational background to demonstrate their ability to successfully teach Biology to A level standard.

The role will provide the opportunity to work with the Head of Sciences/Lead Biologist to establish Biology in a dedicated sixth form centre and help build an expert staff team as the NCS grows and develops. We are looking for knowledgeable and expert candidates to start in September 2017.

Please apply online at http://ats-npw.jobsgopublic.com/vacancies/view/32896-teacher-of-biology?source=597-tes-online

Closing date for applications: Sunday 14 May 2017.
Interviews: Week commencing 15 May 2017.

Attached documents

About Newham Collegiate Sixth Form, City of London Academy

Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, also known as The NCS, is a mixed further education institution situated in East Ham, East London. The college has been operating under the patronage of Newham Adult Learning Services; in January 2017, the Department for Education announced that the City of London Corporation would be the new benefactor for the college.

Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre officially opened in September 2014, providing education for post-16 students. It holds specialist teaching status in biology, physics, chemistry and mathematics, and was judged “outstanding” by Ofsted in 2016. In a recent ALPS report, The NCS ranked in the top 1% of UK schools for value added.

Principal

Anita Lomax

Values and vision

Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre is a college with a strong mission: to inspire students to pursue their goals and encourage them to make a lasting contribution to their local and global community. The college is committed to leading students to excellent A-level results by nurturing them with outstanding teaching.

The college offers its own "super-curriculum", which allows students to take part in masterclasses, soft skills workshops and a lecture programme. Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre is committed to furnishing students with the skills and attitudes that will aid them in their quest for excellence in education and beyond.

Ofsted report

“Governors, leaders and managers are highly aspirational for all learners; they set and achieve high standards for all learners, preparing them well for their next steps in learning. Staff use their expertise, knowledge and skills very successfully to provide good teaching on adult learning programmes and outstanding teaching and assessment on study programmes.”

View Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre’s latest Ofsted report

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Applications closed