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Teacher of Physics - Full-time

The Norton Knatchbull School, Ashford

  • Ref:KCC886-4528-233T
  • Posted:21/03/2023
  • Pay:MPS
  • Start Date:September 2023
  • App Close Date:17/04/2023 at 09:00
  • Interviews:To be confirmed

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TEACHER OF PHYSICS

REQUIRED SEPTEMBER 2023

 

The Norton Knatchbull School is looking for a full time Teacher of Science (Physics). We welcome applicants from either selective or wide ability settings, who are keen to work with high achieving and motivated students in a strong and growing department, with improving results and a growing number of students studying Physics at A Level in recent years. This post is suitable for an ECT or equally a more experienced colleague looking for a new challenge.

 

At Norton Knatchbull School the majority of students study the three Sciences separately at GCSE. Student engagement and interest across all year groups is positive and beyond the classroom students engage in a wide range of extra-curricular activities in Science and STEM activities. The Science Department is well equipped with 12 laboratories, including two new laboratories within our Digital Learning Centre.

 

The successful applicant will be joining a vibrant, supportive and cohesive department team. They will be expected to have the ability to teach all three sciences up to GCSE as well as Physics at A Level. Experienced colleagues will be expected to be demonstrate a proven track record of examination success –and in the case of an ECT evidence of the potential to do so.  We are looking for an excellent classroom practitioner who can inspire both colleagues and students and lead by example.

 

Please look on our website www.nks.kent.sch.uk for a Job Description and an application form.  
Please send your completed application form together with a letter of application, of no more than 2 sides of A4 to Mrs C Dunton (HR Officer), either by post or email cdunton@nks.kent.sch.uk.  For applicants currently serving as teachers, one of the referees should be your current Headteacher or Acting Headteacher.

 

Deadline for applications: 9am – Monday 17th April 2023.  
Interviews will take place as soon as possible thereafter. The selection process will involve a teaching activity with students, an opportunity to meet with colleagues in the Department and a panel interview. We reserve the right to interview prior to this date depending on applications received.

 

NKS is committed to the Continuing Professional Development of all our staff.  We support our employees in career development and respect initiative and ambition.  As such we are committed to using Performance Management; formal and informal training; coaching and mentoring; and peer support to ensure the progression of our staff.  In return we expect commitment and a desire to improve and excel from our colleagues. 

 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

 

Only candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted.

Information about the school

The Norton Knatchbull School is a popular and highly regarded selective school for boys aged 11-18 which admits a growing number of girls into its sixth form. Having proudly served the local community of Ashford in Kent since the 17th century, they combine traditional values with a forward-looking and vibrant learning environment where young people are nurtured to become considerate, confident and well-rounded individuals.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Catriona Dunton
  • Address:Hythe Road, Ashford, Kent, TN24 0QJ
  • Telephone: 01233 620045
  • Email: cdunton@nks.kent.sch.uk

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.