Teacher of Science

St Bonaventure's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share the commitment. The suitability of the candidate will be assessed throughout the recruitment process.  

All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check. 

St Bonaventure's School is an Outstanding (Ofsted Nov 2022) and oversubscribed popular provider of education within the London Borough of Newham. We are welcoming, friendly and inclusive.

We have a long and distinguished history of educating boys, aged 11-18, in the East End of London.

Our thriving co-educational 6th Form is ethnically and religiously diverse, attracting students from across many local schools.

Come and teach Science in a school where students and parents are passionate about their children doing well in Science.

We look after and nurture our staff looking to develop them through department specific CPDs and manage teacher workload by ensuring that a plethora of set resources are available to aid delivery of the curriculum. We have a focus on pedagogy focussed on research and the best practice to aid the attainment of our students.

We are looking for a Science Teacher capable of teaching both KS3 and KS4 Science (all specialisms), (the ability to teach Biology or Chemistry at KS5 would prove advantageous in the selection process) who will contribute to the the development of pedagogy, teaching & learning and attainment in the Science Department. 

The goals of our Science Department and Curriculum are:

• To teach the analytical, observational, conversational, and critical thinking skills applicable not only in Science but transferable to all other subjects in the school.
• To foster a love for the subject, promoting learning in a structured and creative environment
• To continuously challenge students to achieve their full potential in aiming to master topics.
• To enrich students learning with science with clubs, trips and opportunities that stretch beyond just the classroom

The Science team teaches the full range of ability for pupils aged 11 to 18. Students sit exams following the AQA Exam Board at GCSE, and Edexcel Examination Boards at A Level (specifically Biology A - SNAB). We have a large uptake of separate sciences at GCSE and the A Level sciences are one of the most popular choices.

We expect that you will have evidence of excellent classroom practice and high expectations of pupil attainment and, if overseas trained, that your professional qualifications are recognised in the UK by UK ENIC &/or the Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA).

We are part of the successful and highly-respected Agnus Dei Catholic School Alliance.

St Bonaventure's is recognised by the DfE, Ofsted, SSAT and the Teaching School Council for our investment in improving student life chances and the development of our staff.

We believe that our students have an entitlement to the very best education, with high expectations for all in our community.

We Offer:

An opportunity to be part of an enthusiastic, inspired and motivated team where staff genuinely feel valued and cared for.

A minimum of 20% PPA for all teaching staff.

A teacher friendly marking policy.

No written reports to parents.

A strong commitment to your professional development and career management.

We will provide top quality CPD opportunities for you.

We will encourage you to provide CPD to others; within our school, our borough, our diocese, our alliance and beyond.

A school with outstanding teaching and behaviour for learning, with which all our staff and the wider community feel proud to be associated.

All new teaching staff receive a Chromebook.

Free refreshments for all staff.

St Bonaventure's School is only a short bus ride away from the site of the 2012 Olympics and the Olympic village and Westfield Shopping Centre in the vibrant area of Stratford. Stratford is a transport hub with easy access to Central London which will be further enhanced by Crossrail. This is an exciting area to live and work in.

Closing Date: Monday 8th April 2024 at 12 noon

We may call applicants for an interview before the deadline date if we are especially interested in their application.