Teacher of Science and girls PE

St Augustine’s Catholic Academy is proud to belong to a community of Catholic schools across the world, which are rooted in the traditions and heritage of Catholic education. We nurture our students to become strong, independent individuals ready to make a significant contribution to our communities, locally, nationally and internationally, rooted in the goodness of God. The academy is a member of St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust and shares its ambition for the success of all children and young people.

The Local Governing Board of St Augustine’s Catholic Academy are seeking to appoint a teacher of girls PE and Science who has the drive and ambition to further develop the achievements of all pupils.  

Main duties:

• To teach science lessons to all abilities at KS3 (and potentially KS4 depending on the skill set of the applicant.)
• To teach practical girls PE across both key stages.
• To be a from tutor.
• To be a contributor to our extra-curricular programme.

The successful candidate will be someone who:

• Is a great team player, friendly and professional
• Enjoys working as part of a team and is able to communicate effectively with pupils, parents and staff
• Will quickly build rapport and effective professional relationships with both our young people and colleagues
• Will enthuse and motivate colleagues and students to work hard and try their best
• Has previous experience of working with children aged 11 -16 in an education setting
• Demonstrates personal resilience and role models those personal qualities we wish to instil in our young people.
• Has the ability and willingness to work flexibly to meet the demands of the role

In return we can offer:

·        Pupils who have a keen and active interest in exploring the FAITH values of the school.

·        A PE department who are committed to offering a diverse and engaging curriculum which challenges students both physically and academically.

·        A science department committed to giving learners a better knowledge and understanding of the world around them and how things work. The department uses the Ark Curriculum – a fully resourced provision throughout Key Stages 3 and 4.

·        A friendly, enthusiastic and hard-working staff, and supportive parents and families.

·        A strong and cohesive senior leadership team.

·        Participation in the Aspire CPD programme, trust wide, local and national training opportunities and membership of the Chartered College of Teaching.

·        A supportive, active and dedicated Local Governing Board.

• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit please contact the school office on 01744 678112.

Applications must be made on the CES application form which can be downloaded, along with further information, from the school website www.staugs.org.uk

Completed application forms should sent directly to CBanks@staugustine.sjcmat.co.uk and be marked for the attention of Mrs G Lynch, Headteacher.

Closing date:     Tuesday 6th June 2023 at 12.00 noon

Interviews:        TBC

The post is subject to satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure. The 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 successful candidate will be required to sign a CES contract.