Teacher of Science - Maternity Cover (Part Time / Full Time)

To Cover Maternity Leave (two terms initially - Autumn 2021/Spring 2022 in the first instance)

Part time to Full Time – Flexible Working – Hours Negotiable

Closing Date: Thursday 20 May 2021 (9.00am)

Interview Date:  Wednesday 26 May 2021

Solihull Academy is a free school, opened in April 2018, catering for up to 110 Year 9 -11 pupils (and expanding this September!) that ensures all students across the Local Authority have access to a high-quality alternative educational provision.

Situated in Solihull, just minutes off junction 4 of the M42, the new alternative provision Academy provides a safe, well-ordered, caring and highly supportive learning environment that delivers high-quality education to students who need a more closely-focused learning solution. The use of outstanding, inspiring teaching and clear, consistent guidance and support plays a pivotal role in helping each child fulfil their maximum potential for growth, self-worth, and self-control.  Our students benefit from small class sizes where an emphasis is placed on a personalised approach to learning.

We are seeking to recruit an effective, creative and passionate Teacher of Science to cover maternity leave to help drive forward Teaching and Learning and have a real impact for our students.  The successful candidate will have excellent subject knowledge and strong behaviour management skills and be able to motivate students through inspirational teaching. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented teacher to join a new Academy. The successful applicant will join a new team of teachers and must be able to teach Key Stage 3 and 4 Science.

The Academy leadership team is determined to give our students the best opportunities possible to become successful, responsible citizens with the best life chances. This is a critical appointment for the School, and is an exciting opportunity for you to work in an aspirational, therapeutic and innovative environment with students who need you.

How to Apply (closing date is Thursday 20 May 2021 at 9.00am)

All applications can be submitted on a Solihull Academy application form, supported by a letter of application. Alternatively, you can obtain a Solihull Academy teaching application form via the school's website at www.sa.solihull.sch.uk/vacancies.

Applications can also  be completed online via TES, by email to HR@sa.solihull.sch.uk, or by post to Mr S Steinhaus, The Quadrangle, Shirley, Solihull B90 4LE. For further information, please contact Stephen Steinhaus, Principal of Solihull Academy on 0121 709 5420.

As an equal opportunities employer, we value diversity.  Therefore, although not a requirement for application, we welcome and encourage applications from underrepresented individuals including those:-

• Age under 25

• Not in Employment, Education or Training

• From our local communities including in particular disabled individuals, carers and those from the local BAME and LGBT+ communities

Solihull Academy Safeguarding Recruitment Statement

Solihull Academy is committed to safeguarding of all children and young people in their care and will look to an enhanced DBS and references from previous appropriate employers prior to any employment being taken up.