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Teacher of Science (Maternity Cover)

Teacher of Science (Maternity Cover)

Sir William Robertson Academy

Lincolnshire

  • Expired
Salary:
Teachers Main or Upper Pay Range
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
1 September 2023
Apply by:
3 March 2023

Job overview

Teacher of Science (Maternity Cover)

Teachers Main or Upper Pay Scale

Full Time

Start Date: 1 September 2023

We are seeking to appoint a temporary Teacher of Science to cover maternity leave. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the teaching of Science across the ability range at KS3 and KS4; in addition, the ability to teach KS5 Biology is desirable but not essential. Applicants should be passionate about teaching Science, able to encourage and engage our students, and demonstrate excellent classroom skills. The successful candidate will be joining a science department which consists of a large team of experienced colleagues, supported by our fantastic science technician.

Applications are welcomed from experienced colleagues, or ECT’s who are looking for a supportive environment in which they can further develop their teaching skills.

As a temporary post to cover maternity leave, it is currently anticipated that this position will be until 15 April 2024 (subject to maternity notice periods).

Why join Sir William Robertson Academy?

Sir William Robertson Academy is a popular and successful 11-18 comprehensive school situated in delightful rural surroundings on the Lincolnshire/Nottinghamshire border. Pupils with a positive approach to learning, a committed staff and a supportive body of parents have helped to create a school which was judged by OFSTED (March 2019) to be ‘Good’ in every area of its provision. Sir William Robertson Academy has been acknowledged as one of the top 100 non-selective state-funded schools in England.

We will offer you: 

  • Competitive salary      
  • Excellent pension options      
  • Healthcare cashplan, including Employee Assistance Programme      
  • CPD opportunities      
  • Salary sacrifice schemes, such as cycle to work      
  • Staff Benefits Dashboard, including cinema, shopping & leisure discounts


Any Questions: If you have any questions about this vacancy or would like to visit our school in advance of making an application, please contact Mrs Samantha Quincey hr@swracademy.org or call 01400 272422.

Closing date: Noon, Friday 3 March 2023

Safer Recruitment: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to Safer Recruitment checks in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, which includes an enhanced DBS check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 175 (as amended) and will involve contact with children and, therefore, the post holder will be engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

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About Sir William Robertson Academy

Sir William Robertson Academy is a popular and successful 11 - 18 comprehensive school situated in delightful rural surroundings on the Lincolnshire/Nottinghamshire border.  Pupils with a positive approach to learning, a committed staff and a supportive body of parents have helped to create a school which was judged by OFSTED (March 2019) to be 'Good' in every area of its provision.  Sir William Robertson Academy has been acknowledged as one of the top 100 non selective state-funded schools in England.

According to the Department for Education School Performance Tables  (2015, 2016 and 2018) there is no better performing similar secondary school than Sir William Robertson Academy within a 75 mile radius of the school.

The school is driven by the aim to ASPIRE and this directs the work of all staff and pupils:

Achieve their full potential as individuals
Support each other as members of a caring and creative community
Pursue knowledge and understanding
Involve themselves in the wide range of activities that the school offers
Respect other people's values, beliefs and customs
Extend their horizons striving to achieve their best

As part of our team you will be offered:

  • A competitive salary
  • A professional, hardworking and supportive team of staff with the capability and desire to raise our pupils' acheivement even further
  • Enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn and are proud of their school
  • Health benefits package
  • CPD opportunities through two teaching alliances and PiXL

A copy of our privacy notice for job applicants can be found at https://www.aspireschoolstrust.org/information/data-protection/

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