Teacher of Science
Cobham Free School
Surrey
- Expired
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 1st January or 18th April 2017
- Apply by:
- 18 November 2016
Job overview
Part Time (0.8 FTE)
The school reserves the right to make an early appointment, early applications are therefore advised.
Cobham Free School is looking to appoint a part-time Teacher of Science (0.8 FTE) to commence either 1st January or 18th April 2017.
Cobham Free School is an independent, publicly funded school, which opened in 2012, initially with a Junior Department, and has now grown to become an all through school, currently admitting pupils up to - and including - Year 9.
We offer a genuinely unique working environment - we are a small school with small class sizes of 24, our staff friendly and supportive, all keen to contribute to the development a new and growing school that lives up to its vision, offering the ‘best for all’ and to combine the best of both maintained and independent education sectors.
In an innovative working environment, there are excellent opportunities for career development and high quality CPD is prioritised under a dedicated Director of Studies. We have significant experience of mentoring NQTs and NQTs are welcome to apply for this role.
We are seeking a individual passionate about teaching Science, able to inspire our pupils and see our first cohort of GCSE pupils through their science examinations in a few years’ time.
Cobham Free School have recently secured a new site, in the heart of Cobham and the successful candidate will have the unique opportunity to help shape both curriculum development and resources for this key department.
Visits are warmly welcomed - we would welcome the opportunity to show you our school, our staff and pupils.
Full details, including a job specification and application form are available on our website www.cobhamfreeschool.org.uk/jobs
Please note CVs will not be considered.
Cobham Free School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
CLOSING DATE: 18th November 2016
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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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