Teacher of Science

The Blue School, wells, Somerset

Teacher of Science

Full Time Permanent role from September 2018

An enhanced role with a TLR point may be considered for an appropriate candidate. We are seeking an innovative Science Teacher. Main features of the department: The Science Department enjoys an excellent reputation for high quality science education for all its students. Examination results in science at A level and GCSE are above the national average. The personnel within the department consist of 12 teaching staff who are led by a Team Leader and 3 Deputy Team Leaders of Science, 4 Technicians, and a Teaching Assistant. The school is striving to develop innovative learning opportunities and to increase the diversity and range of courses for the benefit of our students and the wider community.  In essence, we aim to promote and inspire enjoyment and understanding of science and mathematics. In Years 7 and 8 all students follow a KS3 science course for 10% of their timetable.  In Year 9 students follow a pre GCSE science course for 15% of their timetable in sets according to ability.   In Years 10 and 11 most students complete the Core and Additional science qualifications offered by Edexcel. There is also an opportunity for students to opt to complete the Triple Science qualification also offered by Edexcel. At A level students are able to study Physics (Salters), Chemistry (Salters), Biology (AQA - specification A) and Psychology.  All the sciences are extremely popular choices in the sixth form. 

Areas for development We aim to provide the highest quality science education for all our students and to work with our partner primary schools and the wider community in promoting science.  We are playing a leading role in the professional training of new teachers and aim to become a centre of excellence in the training of science technicians. 

The application process Completed application forms and a covering letter should be sent to Miss Julie Biggadike, HR Assistant, The Blue School, Kennion Road, Wells, BA5 2NR or via e-mail jobswiththeblue@educ.somerset.gov.uk.  Candidates selected for interview will be given the chance to look round the school as part of the process and to meet students and staff as well as undertaking the more formal parts of the selection process.  If invited to interview, you will be asked to bring various pieces of documentation to verify your identity and to comply with the requirements of the Disclosure and Barring Service in ensuring the safeguarding of children. Closing date: Tuesday 10th April 2018 Interviews: TBC