Teacher of Biology
The Piggott School
Wokingham
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPR/UPR (with the possibility of a TLR)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2019
- Apply by:
- 20 May 2019
Job overview
Full or Part Time
Suitable for NQTs and experienced teachers
We are looking to appoint a committed and dynamic Biology practitioner who can join an outstanding science department to deliver inspirational lessons across all ages and ability ranges including A level. This is an exciting opportunity to join a school and department dedicated to delivering world class education.
We wish to appoint a colleague who:
- is an outstanding teacher of Biology
- has the flair, energy and ability to bring out the best in young people
The Piggott School science department has:
- 100% 5-9 GCSE and red ALPS for A level Biology (81.5% A*- C)
- High performing Sixth Form with 3 classes of students studying year 12 Biology next year.
All staff are provided with laptops and tablet devices, have free access to our fitness suite/gym in the evenings and at weekends and benefit from discounted Bupa healthcare.
The school is a mixed Church of England Academy with 1495 on roll (316 in sixth form) situated near Twyford, between Maidenhead and Reading.
An application form can be found on our website at www.piggottschool.org To apply, please comp lete a covering letter and application form and e-mail to: vacancies@piggottschool.org
Closing date: 10am Tuesday, 21 May 2019
Interviews: Thursday, 23 May 2019
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to Satisfactory Disclosure Clearance.
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About The Piggott School
About The Piggott School
Thank you for your interest in joining our community at The Piggott School. We are an extremely successful, oversubscribed, and happy co-educational academy. Our senior school site is on the outskirts of Wargrave (near Twyford) and our primary school site is in the village of Charvil.
The Piggott School was established in 1939 and, together with our primary site at Charvil, we are an all-through 4-18, mixed, comprehensive school with a higher-than-average ability intake. The Piggott School senior site has 1620 students and 175 staff.
Our mission is to be a school which inspires and encourages the highest achievement for each and every child. I believe that our school provides the correct balance and blend of academic challenge, personal care and enrichment that fosters the holistic development of every student.
We are extremely proud of our results, both at GCSE and A level/Level 3 learning. The results achieved in Summer 2023 reflect the hard work and commitment of the students and staff in our school.
GCSE : Progress 8 score of +0.8
92 % of pupils passed English Language and 93% of pupils passed Mathematics.
6 subjects achieved 100% pass rate and a further 8 subjects achieved a 95% or higher pass rate.
A level : 34% of all entries were A*- A
63% of all entries were A*-B
84% of all entries were A*-C
Average grade of a B+
The quality of teaching and learning at our school enables us to achieve our aim to help every student to develop into the very best they can be; to be independent in their thinking, to value lifelong learning, to be open to new ideas, to encourage respect and tolerance.
The care and guidance offered at our school by the outstanding staff provide a culture and ethos which successfully help every child feel safe, happy, and challenged. Our students are a delight to teach, and we work hard to ensure that all members of the school community can flourish. I urge you to read our Ofsted and SIAMs reports on our website.
Mrs R Alexander
Headteacher
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