Science Teacher - Full-time

Cornwallis Academy, Maidstone

• Ref:KCC886-6913-292T
• Posted:24/02/2017
• Pay:MPS / UPS
• Start Date:Apr 2017
• App Close Date:28/02/2017 at 12:00
• Interviews:TBC

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Teacher of Science

Cornwallis Academy

Salary: Main / Upper Pay Scale

Contract: Permanent Full Time

Start: Easter/September 2017

We are looking to appoint an outstanding classroom practitioner who shows a real passion for the subject and can inspire students about their learning.  The Academy is well on its journey of a commitment to the highest of expectations and achievement for all, with an increase of over 10% in the number of students achieving 5A* - C in August 2016.  The Science Department significantly increased the number of students achieving A* - C across the suite of subjects on offer.  This is an exciting opportunity for an NQT or experienced teacher.        

You will be joining a well-resourced department that has a relentless focus on raising achievement and which recruits good numbers for post-16 courses.  The post offers outstanding opportunities for continuous personal and professional development for a highly motivated and ambitious teacher looking for career advancement.  The person appointed would be managed on a day to day basis by the Director of Science and would be supported by two Key Stage managers for Science.  At present the department teaches a full suite of Science subjects.  At Key Stage 4, Triple Science is taught together with the outgoing Science A and Additional Science qualification and will be replaced by the new AQA Trilogy qualification.    

The successful candidate will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status
• The ability to teach Science up to KS4 and the potential for development of KS5 teaching
• Possess recent, relevant teaching experience

We will offer you:

• A vibrant and exciting place to work
• An excellent CPD programme, with opportunities for action research and gaining nationally accredited qualifications 
• The support of a Trust that currently runs two secondary schools, primary school and Nursery for children aged 3 months to 4 years
• An opportunity to join various schemes such as the Benenden corporate healthcare scheme

If you would like to take a look around our fantastic facilities and meet the staff that you could be working alongside, please email the Director of Science, Adam Williams, at adam.williams@futureschoolstrust.com and arrange a visit. 

Only applications submitted by the school application process will be considered, we are unable to accept CVs.

Future Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. Appointment is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for regulated activity.

Information about the school

Cornwallis are expanding and looking to welcome two Teaching Assistants who will work primarily with students whom have additional educational needs and those who can, at times, display challenging behaviour. You will need to have the ability and confidence to motivate and encourage students who have learning, emotional and behavioural difficulties whilst demonstrating empathy and an understanding of their needs.

As well as working with students in the classroom learning environments, you will also be required to carry out one to one work with students, across all Key Stages and curriculum areas. You may also be required to provide intimate care to our students at times. This will be a rewarding post within an extremely supportive working environment. Previous experience of working with children with additional needs would be an advantage and a Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable.

Working at Cornwallis Academy is a great opportunity to develop your career by building on your current success with training opportunities available and those that hold a degree or are working towards their degree we will work with you to look at a suitable programme to form your route into teaching if this is the career route you would like to take.

The position is 37 hours per week (Mon-Thur 08:00 – 16:00, Fri 08:00 – 15:30), term time only, on a permanent basis.

Applications will be considered as they are received and therefore this post may be fulfilled before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.

How to Apply:

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including neurodivergent individuals. If you are excited about this opportunity and believe you are a great fit for our team, please complete our School Application Form, we are unable to accept CVs. If you would like to take a look around our fantastic facilities and meet the staff that you could be working alongside, please email recruitment@futureschoolstrust.com to arrange a visit.

Future Schools Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Future Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will have to meet the person specification and will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

We regret that we are unable to respond to every application individually. If you do not hear from us, please understand that your application has not been successful on this occasion

Job Contact Information

• Name:Future Schools Trust HR Recruitment Team
• Address:Hubbards Lane, Boughton Monchelsea, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 4HX
• Telephone: 01622 743152
• Email: recruitment@futureschoolstrust.com

Fax: (01622) 741866

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