Teacher of Science
Nishkam School West London
Isleworth
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS / UPS
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 25 March 2018
Job overview
Open day: Opportunity to meet the Principal: Monday 19th March 2018, 4.30pm – 5.30pm
This post would suit either an experienced teacher or an ambitious and adaptable teacher in the early stages of their career
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and talented teacher of Science to play a key role in shaping the curriculum of our outstanding, multi-faith school as we open the secondary phase of its development.
Unique features of this role are:
- The chance to shape the school’s Science curriculum and ethos
- Potential for promotion
- A bespoke CPD package relevant to the successful candidate’s career stage
- Cross-phase teaching with highly motivated and enthusiastic pupils
- A brand-new building with state-of-the-art Science labs
Nishkam School West London is an innovative, state-of-the-art, all-through 4-19 school. Nishkam’s outstanding primary school opened in 2013 and the secondary phase is due to open in September 2018, with a four form entry in Year 7 of 100 pupils. The school is part of a highly successful Multi-Academy Trust (4 schools, 2 nurseries; 1 vocational college in Kenya).
The new school building and site will open ready for the new intake in September 2018. The primary phase of Nishkam School West London, (Ofsted Outstanding 2016 and SIAMS Outstanding 2017), will also move to the new site in September 2018.
As teacher of Science at Nishkam School West London, you will work in a pioneering group, Nishkam School Trust (NST). NST is one of the first multi-academy free school trusts in the UK. The Trust has opened two free schools in Birmingham (a primary in 2011 and a secondary in 2012), both of which are judged Ofsted Outstanding, and a third, a primary free school in Wolverhampton. We are looking for a highly committed and innovative Science teacher to work in close collaboration with other teachers in both the secondary and primary phases across the Trust.
NST has developed an inclusive, values-led, multi-faith educational approach that nurtures pupils of all faiths and those of no particular faith. The Nishkam ethos is to help grow a selfless mindset, aspiring to excellence as well as going beyond ourselves to serve others, to create supportive communities and to realise our true potential. This pervades every aspect of the school.
The Role
The role will commence in September 2018. You will:
- have the rare opportunity to work collaboratively with primary colleagues and play a key role in developing the Science curriculum from Years 3 to 7
- have a strong voice in shaping the everyday practice of the school as we develop and embed our ethos and routines, especially in learning and teaching
- have the opportunity to share your expertise with other subject teachers across the Trust
- be part of a global community of charitable initiatives.
We will offer you:
- a very warm, welcoming and talented team
- hardworking and dedicated colleagues who are prepared to give selflessly for the benefit of the students
- supportive parents, carers and community
- a committed and fully involved Governing Body and Board of Directors
- a state-of-the-art learning environment
- wide-ranging opportunities for professional development
- terms and conditions similar to other academies and schools
- a strong commitment and innovative approach to staff wellbeing.
Nishkam School Trust (NST) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.
To Apply:
To apply please request an application pack from Benjamin Evans at nishkamwestlondon@hays.com or you can contact Ben on 020 7259 8770 for further information. Your application is a direct permanent application to Nishkam West London, Hays is our recruitment partner and manages our permanent appointments.
About Nishkam School West London
Nishkam School West London is a mixed, non-selective, Sikh-ethos, multi-faith all-through school with sixth form situated in Hounslow, West London. The Nishkam School Trust also has schools in Birmingham, Wolverhampton and Kenya. Nishkam School Trust has a 30-year history of educating children, working with the government for the past 10 years on schools for the Sikh community.
Headteachers for Nishkam School West London
Sukhjeet Rai (Primary)
Gerard Dineen (Secondary)
Virtues-Led
The school virtues are represented by the slogan "Excellence in doing ordinary things extraordinarily well", and by the school name, with the word "nishkam" translating as "selflessness". It works towards the mindset of serving others, a practice with the potential to transform students and promote humility.
Why work for us?
The Trust is evolving together as a family. We know that to reach our highest aspirations for our students, through embedding values to go beyond each student’s expectations in every part of their learning journey. We continue to pay great emphasis on our programme of Continuous Professional Development focusing on reaching our school vision. “To empower children with virtues, to enable them to excel academically and spiritually.” Please see article from Amanda HM Chief Inspector https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/amanda-spielman-at-researched-birmingham-2020
Nishkam Schools aim to nurture lifelong learners, confident individuals, responsible citizens and compassionate contributors to society. We have, as a trust, grown and have become a family of teachers and students that have the same attitude, respect and love for becoming better human beings and improving our minds and hearts to make a difference in our homes, community and the wider world. If global is local then we are here to show our neighbours that we can all work together and improve not only our education in learning and teaching but our life experience to become selfless humble individuals.
Staff Benefits
We know that teaching and working in schools can be hugely rewarding. We recognise that our staff give a lot to the school, their colleagues, our students, and their families. As a thank you, through our staff benefits, we hope to offer various ways to ensure that all staff that work for the school enjoy a healthy work-life balance.
Competitive salaries
We offer competitive salaries for both teaching and non-teaching staff based on the type and level of role you do. Pay ranges are reviewed annually and are regularly higher than National Teacher Pay Scales.
Excellence Awards
Staff are rewarded for exceptional performance through an additional pay award at the end of the academic year.
Career Progression Opportunities
We show loyalty to our staff through training and advancement opportunities. The school will provide financial support with access to National Professional Qualifications (NPQH/NPQML/NPQSL) and to other external courses of study that are of benefit to the school, including at Masters and Doctorate level.
Professional Development
The school has a thorough schedule of training for all staff in addition to opportunities to attend conferences and off-site training events relevant to your role. We work collaboratively with other schools, which provides opportunities to visit and share best practice.
Coaching and mentoring support for Early Careers Teachers & Teach First teachers.
Every member of staff has access to the National College e-learning service designed specifically for the education sector. The service combines a broad range of online courses.
Coaching for Leaders
We believe that professional leadership coaching can help foster self-understanding and drive lasting, transformational change. We offer 1:1 coaching for both our middle and senior leaders.
Employee Assistance Program
The Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) is a free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support service that provides support to all employees, their partner/spouse, and dependent children over 16 still living at home.
Flexible Working
A diverse workforce with work-life balance is important for us so flexible working arrangements are available on request.
October Half Term break
We plan our term dates in a way that allows for a 2-week October half term break.
Before and After School Care
A highly subsidised Breakfast Club and after school care is available to all staff with children at the school.
Staff Room Facilities
There is a large staff room available to all members of staff. Tea, coffee, and milk are provided in the staff room free of charge as well as microwaves, toasters, and fridges.
Staff Car Park and Free Charging Points
The school has a large staff car park which is available for any member of staff wishing to drive to work.
We also provide 16 free charging points for electric vehicles.
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