Teacher of Science - maternity leave cover
Siddal Moor Sports College
Rochdale
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS
- Job type:
- Full Time, Maternity Cover
- Start date:
- 20th April 2020
- Apply by:
- 19 February 2020
Job overview
Siddal Moor Sports College has an exciting vacancy for a temporary Teacher of Science. This post is suitable for an NQT or experienced teacher. We are looking for someone with the enthusiasm and drive to join this department, contributing to its ethos of improvement.
We seek to appoint an enthusiastic, inspiring teacher who can bring Science to life and create a nurturing learning environment within which everyone can reach their full potential. Join the Science team at Siddal Moor Sports College and you will be part of a vibrant, experienced, supportive science team. We believe in working collaboratively, sharing ideas and supporting each other to achieve great things and see this as the key to further developing innovative teaching and learning strategies.
The ideal candidate will be able to teach across the ability range for KS3 and KS4 and a real interest in developing teaching and learning is also important. This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher to join a school which is committed to providing high quality professional development opportunities and support a science team on its journey of improvement.
We are committed to professional development for all staff, regardless of role. We have an innovative staff development programme, which truly empowers teachers to take control of their own professional development. For those striving for career development, we provide funded places on nationally recognised middle and senior leadership development programmes. Regardless of what point you are at in your career and whatever your aspirations may be, Siddal Moor Sports College can support you to achieve them.
Our excellent facilities complement a committed, hard-working and supportive staff. We value the well-being of all our staff and we can offer a range of benefits to working at Siddal Moor:
• Designated well-being time (late start or early leave)
• Free use of gym facilities
• Staff activities, including yoga and sport
• Ample parking
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Funded CPD places for nationally recognised qualifications
• Comprehensive induction programme
• A strong mentoring programme for NQTs and RQTs
To further support the development of the school we are in the process of converting to a Multi-Academy Trust with Hollingworth Academy – an outstanding local secondary school. This relationship will further strengthen the improvements made and ensure every one of our young people is supported to become the best they can be.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring background check.
The closing date for receipt of completed application forms is Wednesday 19th February 2020 at 4pm with interviews taking place on Friday 21st February 2020.
An application pack and further details are available to download here and from our website: www.siddalmoor.uk. Applications should be submitted by email to ThompsonL@siddalmoor.uk by Friday 19th February at 4pm.
Attached documents
About Siddal Moor Sports College
Siddal Moor Sports College is a co-educational secondary school based in Heywood, Lancashire, for students aged 11-16. It is a non-denominational school.
Headteacher
Mr Simon White
Values and vision
Siddal Moor Sports College aims to ensure that every one of its students makes better than expected progress in every subject. Teachers strive to ensure academic success while fully preparing pupils to become active citizens.
The secondary school is dedicated to providing all students with access to high-quality English and mathematics lessons. Pupils are encouraged to have pride in themselves and the school, and to maintain an attendance record of more than 95%.
Siddal Moor Sports College has good relationships with its local community, companies, clubs and societies. It provides an extensive range of sport and leisure facilities for community and group use.
Ofsted report
“Students say they feel safe and are well supervised in school. Parents and staff agree that students are well cared for. Recently appointed senior leaders are now improving teaching and assessment effectively. The school's assessment of students' progress is now accurate. The checking of students' progress over time is clearly presented so all staff can now see clearly whether students are achieving sufficiently well. The majority of students behave well in and around the school. Students' behaviour has improved over time and they get on well with each other and with adults.”
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