Teacher of Science
Cobham Free School
Surrey
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2024
- Apply by:
- 15 April 2024
Job overview
Teacher of Science, full or part time
Commence Autumn term 2024
We are an independent, publicly funded school admitting pupils aged 4-18. Our school is popular, consistently oversubscribed and enjoys superb newly equipped premises in the heart of Cobham. The school’s motto ‘Optimum Omnibus’ - ‘the best for all’, is reflected in a holistic approach to education, with a strong emphasis on our academic offer enhanced by a wealth of enrichment opportunities.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, professional teacher of Science to join our friendly, supportive and successful science department. Applications are welcome from those seeking a full or part time role.
Our Science department enjoys significant success and A level sciences are a popular choice, taught in small tutorial groups.
ECTs are most welcome to apply, we are experienced in offering support in conjunction with local partnerships. We would equally welcome applications from experienced teachers, seeking a new challenge.
As well as its own competitive pay scale, other benefits include:
- Small class sizes of up to 26 pupils (Senior Department)
- Small sixth form tutor groups
- Shorter term times and holidays generally aligned to the independent sector
- Membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme
- A stimulating environment where pupils enjoy learning and behaviour is excellent
- A supportive friendly environment where all staff and pupils are known to each other
- A genuine commitment to staff wellbeing.
Informal discussions and visits are most welcome, please contact Sonya Davies at jobs@cobhamfreeschool.org.uk .
For further details, please see the school website.
Candidates are welcome to use either the TES application form available on this site, or the school's own application form available on the school website. CVs will not be accepted.
Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.
Cobham Free School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS and other relevant checks will be undertaken for successful candidates.
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About Cobham Free School
Cobham Free School is a publicly-funded, co-educational free school which opened its Junior phase in September 2012 and changed to all-through status (4-18 years) in September 2014, opening a sixth form in September 2019. The school admits pupils from Reception to Year 13.
The school has recently entered the next exciting stage in its growth, having moved to our superbly equipped new premises in the heart of Cobham.
CFS has a focus on academic excellence, with high aspirations for all students, regardless of background. Our aim is to produce confident, independent learners who have a broad understanding of all the major areas of knowledge.
We offer:
- Small class sizes with maximum of 26 pupils
- Small tutor groups at Sixth Form
- 4 form entry in the Senior Department
- A full programme of extra-curricular activities
- Partnerships for specialist music and sports tuition
- Innovative use of ICT in learning, using Chromebook laptops
- Shorter term times - 34 weeks per year
- Competitive payscale and membership of the Teachers' Scheme and Local Government Pension Schemes, free lunches
- A supportive friendly working environment, where all staff and pupils are known to each other
- A genuine commitment to well being.
Working at CFS presents a unique opportunity to grow your career with the school; there are true opportunities for career progression and dedicated support for professional development for teachers at all stages of their career.
Visits are always warmly welcomed, please call us on 0330 330 0237 or contact hr@cobhamfreeschool.org.uk
We have a separate TES page for our Junior Department:
https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/cobham-free-school-1062709
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