Teacher of Science (Maternity Cover)

Teacher of Science  

Start date: September 2021

Contract type: Full time to cover a period of maternity leave

Salary: MPS

Suitable for NQTs: Yes

King Harold Academy is a superb place to work. Our pupils are ambitious and keen to learn and our staff are highly motivated, collaborative and supportive. We are always evolving and have aspirations to become a beacon of excellence in the sector. 

We are seeking a Science teacher who loves their subject and has the highest of expectations for what pupils can achieve. We are building a culture of excellence at King Harold, in which students are taught a challenging, knowledge-rich curriculum that gives them the currency they need to succeed in whichever path they choose. 

We believe that the best teachers are those that are deeply involved in the development of the curriculum and have the opportunity to develop their subject knowledge within a team of specialists. We provide dedicated time as part of our CPD programme for teachers to do this (both internally and externally). Pupils’ behaviour is excellent in lessons, allowing teachers the opportunity to deliver high quality lessons every day and drive exceptional achievement.

If you’re interested in building a school community that provides a transformative education for its students, then King Harold Academy is an exciting opportunity for you. 

King Harold Academy also benefits from being part of the Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT).

As an employee of TKAT you will benefit from:

● A wide variety of opportunities for professional development, including the potential to develop your career at more than one TKAT academy;

● Opportunities to work flexibly, where possible;

● Our support for your wellbeing at work; and

● The rewards of working to improve the life chances of our pupils.

Application packs can be downloaded from our website www.kha-tkat.org. Completed application forms should be sent or emailed to Mrs Campbell at michaela.campbell@kha-tkat.org. 

If you would like to arrange an informal conversation with the Head of School prior to application, please contact Mrs Campbell. 

Please note that CV’s will not be accepted unless accompanied by a fully completed application form. 

Health and Safety

King Harold follows the TKAT,  Essex and Government COVID 19 guidelines in order to protect students, staff and visitors to the school.

Safeguarding

TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full Safer Recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.

Equal Opportunities

TKAT is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic for example race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit. This includes applications from individuals wishing to work full time, part time or on a flexible basis.

Closing date:  23rd June 2021

Interviews:      ASAP