Vacancies

Teacher of Science 0.8fte

(Biology, Chemistry or Physics)

Fixed term contract January 2025 to August 2025

Ideally January 2025 start, or Easter 2025

TMS/UPS

The Trust

Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust has a vacancy for a Teacher of Science 0.8fte, where all science disciplines will be considered.  Ideally the successful candidate will be able to start in January 2025 with consideration given for a later start date after this. Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust has two schools with the trust, Kenilworth School and Sixth Form and The Westwood Academy, Coventry.

Student opportunities in Science:

At A-Level students participate in the Biology, Chemistry and Physics Olympiads.

Lower down the school we offer students a host of different opportunities:

Examples of trips include The Big Bang Fair, New Scientist Live, Christmas lectures, Warwick University Science in Action Lectures, and Operation Ouch! Live.

Examples of events and competitions we participate in include hosting The Faraday Challenge and The National Scientific Thinking Challenge.

We also have a STEM co-ordinator within the Science Department, a Science Club where students present the annual Super Science Showcase and throughout the year we run inter-form Science competitions for KS3 students which involve creative writing and model making challenges.

The Science Department:

The successful candidate would be joining a department where Science teachers all work for and support each other; a unified team of ECT’s and experienced specialists who are whole-heartedly passionate about developing our student’s love for Science.

We are a thriving and enthusiastic Science Department where a team of 19 highly driven, dedicated, supportive and compassionate specialist Science teachers are supported by 5 skilled Science technicians.

We are proud to provide students with a curiosity and a skills-set that prepares them for their futures, that broadens their understanding of the scientific world and develops each as a well-rounded individual.

Science curriculum:

Our Science curriculum intent is driven by the whole school intent and is both ambitious and innovative, inspiring all students to excellence.

From the beginning of year 7 our students follow a progression model based upon the whole learning journey. Science lessons are exciting, thought-provoking, differentiated and inclusive, where we aim to create a sense of awe and wonder at every corner. We provide every student with opportunities for creativity, collaboration, independence, challenge, problem solving; a platform that encourages them to think logically and develop their verbal and written communication skills.

We believe in equipping students with the skills and guidance for future education and employment, encouraging them to embrace diversity and develop literacy skills through creative writing and reading for purpose.

As a Teacher of Science, you should be able to teach science across all ability ranges across KS 3-4 the ability to teach KS 5 would be advantageous, but not essential.

We can offer you:

• Excellent CPD opportunities
• A supportive team of colleagues within the Department and across the school
• A positive, community school environment with an innovative learning culture
• A dedicated and forward looking management team, with highly skilled staff upholding high expectations and aspirations for our students
• Shared access to on-line resources to support the development of student learning
• A wide enrichment programme in which you can participate
• Employee well-being benefits via our Employee Assist healthcare programme  (Benenden) to include health diagnostics, physiotherapy, 24/7 GP and mental health support, retail and gym discount, free flu vaccination, a laptop and free parking with free electric car charging ports.
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We would welcome applications from ECTs or experienced teachers.

To Apply

Please email your completed application to Deena Perry, HR Manager at D.Perry@kmat.org.uk.

We reserve the right to invite candidates for interview before the closing date, should we receive a sufficient number of applications.  Early applications are therefore advised and welcomed.

Please note we cannot accept a CV as an application.

Safeguarding

Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  An enhanced DBS check will be undertaken.

Closing date:  Friday 22 November 2024 at 9am.