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Teacher of Science

Teacher of Science

St John Plessington Catholic College

Wirral

  • Expired
Salary:
MPS
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
01/09/2022
Apply by:
27 May 2022

Job overview

St John Plessington Catholic College

Teacher of Science


Salary Scale: MPS

Contract: This is a full-time, permanent position    

Start date: 1st September 2022

Closing date for applications: Friday 27th May 2022 at 12.00PM


We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, dynamic and inspirational Teacher of Science to join a thriving and successful curriculum area.

This role represents an incredibly exciting opportunity for a reflective practitioner who is eager to be a part of an organisation that seeks to secure the very highest educational standards for students. We are looking for a practitioner who has high standards, commitment, passion and the ability to teach across the full range of age and ability.

The successful candidate will share in our vision for Catholic Education, as part of a successful and experienced Science department, that is committed to raising academic standards for all students whilst supporting the spiritual and moral development of the whole person.

The Science department is both innovative and supportive with a history of strong results at KS4 and 5, focused on inspiring children to reflect, learn and achieve. 

This is an opportunity to join a Science department where a love of Science is nurtured and students are encouraged to develop a love of Science beyond the classroom. 


We are looking for teachers who: 

Want to transform children’s lives and develop a love of Science

Are excellent classroom practitioners

Work well with staff and students alike

Are looking to join a community of schools that promotes the formation of young people into successful citizens

Are interested in developing their practice and committed to their own professional development


We offer:

A unique opportunity to work for a MAT which includes the lead school for Cheshire and Wirral Maths Hub and a cutting edge Teaching School Hub

Mentoring and high level training

Encouragement to develop your career with excellent promotion opportunities and opportunities to engage in system leadership

A caring environment with well-being and work/life balance at its core

Inclusion in whole school and MAT teams – working together to achieve ambitious outcomes whilst valuing every individual’s contribution

We are committed to safeguarding the young people in our care, and we expect all our staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to relevant clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

To apply for this position, please send a completed application form and covering letter for the attention of Ms M Sharratt, Headteacher via recruitment@hfcmat.com.


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About St John Plessington Catholic College

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+44 151 6455049

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About St John Plessington Catholic College

St John Plessington Catholic College Voluntary Academy is a good and oversubscribed 11-18 college based in Benington on the Wirral.

The College became an Academy in 2012 and is part of Holy Family Catholic MAT comprising six other schools.

We strive to develop excellence in all we do, empowering an inclusive community, founded on Gospel values.

OFSTED Inspection – November 2022:

What OFSTED has said about us:

  • Pupils and sixth-form students at this school access a high-quality education.
  • Leaders have designed a curriculum which is ambitious for all, including pupils with SEND.
  • Leaders make sure that teachers use assessment strategies effectively to identify gaps in pupils’ knowledge.
  • Leaders are ambitious for every pupil to read confidently.
  • Leaders have recently raised their expectations of pupils’ behaviour and conduct.
  • Leaders put pupils’ spiritual and moral development at the heart of school life.
  • Staff told inspectors that leaders support them well. They recognise the recent work that leaders have done to improve their well-being and workload.
  • Leaders ensure a strong culture of safeguarding. They take steps to make sure that pupils and students are safe.

What we can offer:

  • The opportunity to make a significant difference to our children’s lives in an environment that has high aspirations for all.
  • The chance to help shape and develop our other school through collaborative leadership and dynamic interpersonal skills
  • A working environment that is modern and professional
  • Great experience for those who want to work at the very highest level in education
  • A comprehensive, tailored CPD offer at every level

St John Plessington Catholic College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

St John Plessington is easily accessible via public transport from Liverpool and Chester and is located 5 minutes away from junction 4 of the M53.

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