Teacher of Physics
Hinchley Wood School
SW London borders
- Expired
- Salary:
- London Fringe
- Job type:
- Part Time, Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 1 September 2018
- Apply by:
- 30 April 2018
Job overview
If you are a talented, highly motivated physics practitioner with the ability and enthusiasm to deliver innovative and enjoyable lessons to students up to Key Stage 5, we would love to hear from you.
Our students are keen to learn and Physics, Chemistry and Biology are popular subject choices at KS4/5. In 2017, 100% of triple science students achieved A*-C at GCSE level, 79% for Core Science and 81% for Additional Science. At A level 100% students passed with 74% of students gaining A*-C in Biology, 67% in Chemistry and 100% of students in Physics.
Hinchley Wood is an inclusive, high achieving and highly sought after school with 1,300 students on roll including 230 in our 6th form. Located on the borders of SW London, we pride ourselves on celebrating student progress and development as well as academic achievement. In 2017 our Progress 8 score put us in the top 10% of schools nationally, and we are regularly in the 100 top performing schools in England and Wales in terms of the progress our students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSEs.
This role is suitable for either an experienced practitioner or a newly qualified teacher, full or part time. If you would like to be considered for a part time role please indicate this on your application form.
We offer:
- a competitive salary (London Fringe Pay Scale);
- two week Autumn half term and a minimum two week break over the Christmas period
- Friday afternoon non-contact time
- interest free travel/relocation loan
- on site gym and
- professional development support and an extensive CPD programme.
If you are an NQT, joining Hinchley Wood School would be an excellent start to your teaching career with benefits including:
- An established and extensive NQT programme
- Support and expertise of departmental mentors
- A tailor-made whole school professional development programme
- Support network of other NQTs across subject areas
- Mid-year residential opportunity
- A 'Golden Hello' package of £1,000 and
- A two week paid induction during July.
if you have any queries please contact us via email: hmorey@hinchleywoodschool.co.uk Application packs are available here or from our website http://www.hinchleywoodschool.co.uk/243/vacancies
Latest closing date for applications: Tuesday 1st May 2018 (9am)
Early applications encouraged, please contact Heather Morey on 0208 339 3902 if you would like to discuss the role and express an interest prior to completion of an application.
Hinchley Wood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The position advertised is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
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About Hinchley Wood School
Hinchley Wood School is a comprehensive coeducational secondary school based in Surrey, for students between the ages of 11 and 18. It gained academy status in 2012 and multi academy status in 2019 - Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership. In October 2019 Hinchley Wood Primary School joined the Partnership.
Executive Headteacher
Ben Bartlett
Values and Vision
Hinchley Wood School’s motto is “Caring for ourselves, each other, the environment and the future”. The school aims for every student to be determined to work hard, have independence and be confident. This will hopefully help them to grow as individuals. Teachers aim to make students enthusiastic about learning and are expected to help them achieve the best possible results and discover their talents.
Ofsted report
“The students work exceptionally well together in this harmonious and cohesive community and achieve outstanding outcomes. This is as a result of the good teaching they receive, excellent interventions for those who underachieve and a well-structured curriculum with some innovative aspects. Personalised vocational and academic pathways, resulting from the school’s strong partnerships, effectively meet students’ needs and aspirations. The outstanding specialist curriculum in music has had a significant impact on raising achievement. Additionally, excellent care, guidance and support and detailed tracking of students’ progress ensure that all students are on track to achieve their potential. All students feel highly valued and safe.”
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