Teacher of Science
Thomas Deacon Academy
Peterborough
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 29 April 2024
Job overview
Are you a passionate science educator with a drive to inspire and empower students through science?
Ready to join a vibrant school community where creativity, collaboration, and innovation thrive?
Look no further!
Teacher of Science
Contract: Full time
Salary: MPS/UPS
Site: Thomas Deacon Academy
Closing date: 29 April 24
Start Date: September 2024
Please note – the Trust may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing.
The Role:
You'll love this job if you are a passionate and creative science educator who thrives on inspiring students and fostering their love for science. You possess a deep understanding of science (preferably chemistry or physics theory), pedagogy, and curriculum development, and you are adept at designing engaging and innovative science lessons that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities. Your enthusiasm for science is contagious, and you have a knack for creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued and encouraged to explore their science potential.
You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, allowing you to effectively collaborate with colleagues, engage with students and parents, and contribute to a positive and collaborative school culture. You are adaptable, flexible, and willing to embrace new teaching methodologies and technologies to enhance student learning and engagement.
If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our dynamic science department and contribute to our vibrant school community!
The School:
Our Science Department has a dedicated team of 5 subject specialist technicians. There is a dedicated science staff room for break and lunchtime relaxation. The school also has a designated quiet working space for teachers and a staff wellbeing group.
At our school, we pride ourselves on creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where every student is valued and supported. With a diverse student body representing a variety of backgrounds and cultures, our school celebrates diversity and promotes inclusivity in all aspects of learning. Our commitment to providing a well-rounded education extends beyond the classroom, with ample opportunities for students to participate in extracurricular science clubs and initiatives.
We are a vibrant and successful secondary school in Peterborough, rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, with a strong commitment to excellence and innovation. Thomas Deacon Academy believes that our young people should leave us as citizens that are fully equipped with the character and qualifications to take their place in the world. We place great emphasis on ensuring they experience a broad and balanced curriculum, with a wide range of extra-curricular activities, opportunities for them to develop their 'character' and a strong pastoral system to support them with life’s challenges Our modern facilities, TDA Junior, Sixth Form Study Centre and 43 acre campus allow us to provide the ultimate in educational choice.
We would welcome visits to the school, please contact Ro Mackrell-Hey (rma@tda.education) to arrange a convenient date/time.
Why work for us?
We are part of the Thomas Deacon Education Trust and we can offer you:
- Progression opportunities across the Trust
- Staff well-being initiatives, e.g. staff character awards, new staff breakfast, free fruit of the month, free refreshments
- Free access to onsite gym
Continuous development, e.g. training, coaching
Free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
- Cycle to work scheme
- A supportive ECT programme
- £250 Recommend a friend scheme
Free & confidential Employee Assistance Programme
- Trained Mental health first aiders
- Collaborative working across schools in the Trust
Thomas Deacon Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Academy will require the successful candidate to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
If you have any questions regarding this post please contact the HR Team on e-mail hrteam@tdet.education
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About Thomas Deacon Academy
- Thomas Deacon Academy
- Queen's Gardens, Peterborough
- Cambridgeshire
- PE1 2UW
- United Kingdom
Thomas Deacon Academy
The Thomas Deacon Academy that we know today opened in 2007 as one of the UK’s first and largest academies. Whilst a building does not make a school, it is worth noting that Thomas Deacon Academy was designed by Norman Foster and Partners and in addition to our impressive main academy our beautiful 43-acre campus includes TDA Juniors - a modern, light and purpose-built Key Stage 2 facility - and expansive playing fields and sporting facilities.
TDA's core purpose is:
“To ensure that each student acquires the necessary knowledge, skills and character to make a positive contribution to society and ‘thrive’ as a global citizen”
TDA believes that young people should leave them as citizens that are fully equipped with the character and qualifications to take their place in the world. They place great emphasis on ensuring they experience a broad and balanced curriculum, with a wide range of extra-curricular activities, opportunities for them to develop their 'character' and a strong pastoral system to support them with life’s challenges.
In September 2018, a new extension to the existing main building led to new accommodation being created for a sixth form study centre, refectory expansion and staff professional learning centre.
In September 2019, TDA received a very positive Ofsted report, judging the academy to be Good overall. Ofsted commented favourably, amongst other things, on the overall leadership of the academy, good teaching, positive relationships between staff and students and students’ behaviour. These aspects of the academy have been maintained alongside the identified areas for development being addressed.
TDA is part of the Thomas Deacon Education Trust which provides a great community and a network of support and expertise. Importantly, the Trust's vision is to give students the highest-quality of education possible and the best start in life.
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