Teacher of Science
Milton Abbey School
Dorset
- Expired
- Salary:
- MA Payscale
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Autumn Term
- Apply by:
- 26 August 2022
Job overview
We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, enthusiastic and inspirational teacher to contribute to the teaching of Science at Milton Abbey with an ability to deliver lessons up to A Level. We are open to teachers with a specialism in Biology, Chemistry or Physics however an ability to teach across all subjects up to GCSE is essential.
The Science Faculty plays a key role in the Academics of Milton Abbey and teaches GCSE and A Level across all subjects. GCSE students will study either AQA GCSE specification or Edexcel depending on the set. A Level Physics and Chemistry for Sixth Form students will be taught through the AQA A Level specification and Biology is taught through CIE.
The Science faculty enjoys small classes across the year groups which allows us to tailor our lessons to individual learner’s needs. We require our teachers to be creative, empathetic and dynamic practitioners who inspire within the classroom and beyond.
Alongside teaching a standard timetable allocation, you’ll also play an active role in the extra-curricular life of our full boarding school. There are many opportunities to contribute to off-timetable enrichment extension programmes, share good practice and play your part in aspects of community life such as coaching sports, directing plays or taking pupils on trips; these are all elements of a role that will enable you to play a key part in our transformational education programme.
Applicants will need a good level degree in a related subject and a thorough knowledge of the curriculum. Experience teaching GCSE and/or A-Level is essential, while previous involvement in extra-curricular activities (professional, amateur or voluntary) is also desirable.
We will also consider suitably experienced applicants from an industry background.
Further details may be obtained from our website, from HR on (01258) 880484 or by emailing hr@miltonabbey.co.uk.
Applications must be submitted on an application form, CV's alone cannot be considered. Forms are accessible either from TES or from the Milton Abbey School website:
www.miltonabbey.co.uk/Welcome/Working-at-Milton-Abbey
Please complete the personal statement or email a covering letter addressed to the Head, Mrs Fremont-Barnes to hr@miltonabbey.co.uk.
Please note: References are taken up prior to interview for all shortlisted candidates.
Closing date: 12 Noon on the 26th August 2022 however please note that we will interview on a rolling basis so early applications are advised.
We reserve the right to close the process earlier than the closing date advertised.
Attached documents
About Milton Abbey School
Milton Abbey School
Testimonials
“I love working here. I have the freedom and creativity to keep exploring and becoming more passionate about my subject, which helps me pass that passion on to my pupils.” | Milton Abbey School teacher
“I’m so glad we chose Milton Abbey. Every pupil is treated as an individual, strengths are recognised and celebrated, and the dedication shown by staff is exemplary.” | Parents of a Sixth Form student
“It’s a small school, so everyone knows everyone. We get a lot of help from staff with our studies and with our personal lives. It feels like a tight family bond.” | Sixth Form student
“Milton Abbey has been the making of our son. From the teachers, to the Boarding House team, and the friends he has made for life. It truly is a fantastic school.” | Parents of a Lower School pupil
Our location and facilities
The School lies in a secluded wooded valley, halfway between the towns of Blandford and Dorchester. It occupies the site of a former Benedictine Monastery, founded over 1,000 years ago. The two remaining Monastery buildings are used daily by the School – the Abbey for regular services and musical performances and the Abbot’s Hall as our dining hall.
Our expansive natural surroundings mean the School boasts a large farm and stables used for vocational learning, a nine-hole golf course, impressive grass pitches for a variety of sports, and plenty of inspiring outdoor space to run lessons, be active, or to relax.
Other buildings and facilities are on par with much larger schools, due to the wide variety of subjects on offer at the school. They include classrooms, laboratories and workshops to teach a full spectrum of academic and vocational subjects, a large library in a converted ballroom, specialist rooms for teaching Creative Media, Art, Fashion Design and Music courses, and a 370-seat theatre. Indoor sports facilities include a 25-metre swimming pool, golf simulator, gymnasium and sports hall. Staff are able to use these facilities as a benefit of working at the School.
Our management structure and ethos
The School is run by the Head, supported by a Senior Deputy Head and three Deputy Heads responsible for the Academic, Co-Curricular and Pastoral elements of the School. We have an overall staff of around 120 people, some of whom work flexibly to meet the needs of the school at different times of the year. We are deliberately small, with around 225 pupils.
All staff appointed are expected to contribute to the pastoral and nurturing ethos of the school, supporting a full and busy sports and activities programme. All candidates for any roles are encouraged to celebrate their conventional, and unconventional, interests on their application. Appointments will be made subject to a full DBS check and the receipt of satisfactory references.
For more information please see the school’s website: www.miltonabbey.co.uk
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