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Chemistry Teacher - Full-time

The Victory Academy , Chatham

  • Ref:KCC887-6907-518T
  • Posted:16/04/2024
  • Pay:£30,863 - £47,182 + TLR for the right candidate
  • Start Date:September 2024 or sooner
  • App Close Date:27/04/2024 at 23:45
  • Interviews:TBC

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Do you want to work in a supportive environment with great plans for the future?  

The Victory Academy are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Chemistry Teacher to join our team.  The successful candidate will be a qualified teacher or an ECT with a positive and open approach to learning.  You will join our team of creative and committed professionals teaching Years 7-13, who are passionate about teaching and learning.  As a Chemistry Teacher, you will be expected to teach all sciences at KS3; at GCSE we offer both combined science and single sciences. 

The successful candidate will be a strong and effective classroom practitioner with high expectations for yourself and our children to ensure that they all achieve their very best.  You will be able to plan and deliver a creative and stimulating curriculum, and have a thorough knowledge of present curriculum development particularly those relating to Science.  

Our Curriculum can be viewed here.

We welcome enquiries and applications from ECT’s and qualified teachers as well as science graduates interested in training to teach.

 

What our Trust will offer you:

  • Support from across the Trust to help you deliver outstanding teaching and learning through resources, mentoring and school visits.
  • Excellent CPD opportunities including our Early career, Middle and Senior Leadership programmes.
  • As an accredited Chartered Teacher organisation you can become a recognised Chartered Teacher.
  • Benefit from an internationally accredited pedagogy approach to thinking and learning, which has been proven to enhance classroom practice. 
  • Membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme. 
  • Reduced membership of a fully-equipped fitness suite and classes – located on the site of New Horizons Children’s Academy and Rochester Grammar School. 
  • Focus on staff wellbeing, including 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccination and eye care vouchers.  
  • Free parking in our secure staff car park. 
  • Cycle to Work Scheme. 
  • TSTARS Staff Recognition Programme, including seasonal rewards for all staff.
  • Refer a Friend Scheme. 

 

What you need to do now:

If you are interested in working at our school, benefiting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today! 

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

Visits to our schools are encouraged. To arrange a visit please contact Aimee Green (Aimee.Green@victoryacademy.tsat.uk) 

 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

 

 

Information about the school

At The Victory Academy, we pride ourselves on being a welcoming and caring school. Our strong staff-pupil relationships create an environment where students know that we’ve got their back and genuinely care about their well-being—even those who find learning challenging. Here, pupils celebrate and respect each other’s uniqueness, echoing one student’s sentiment: “You can be who you want to be here.” (Ofsted 2023)

Our campus provides an inspiring backdrop for growth and discovery. With excellent resources at your fingertips, you’ll thrive as an educator. We boast a robust arts education program, including a prestigious Platinum Artsmark award—an achievement held by less than 1% of schools in England.

We believe in the individuality of each person. Every member of our community possesses unique gifts and talents, which we nurture and channel. Our curriculum ensures that all students, regardless of their starting points, achieve their academic potential. When they leave The Victory Academy, they’ll be dynamic contributors to society.

Join us in shaping the future! Apply today and be part of our vibrant educational community

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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.