Science Teacher

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking motivated, reflective and independent professionals who are keen to contribute to the school’s ongoing development. We value educational research and evidenceinformed practice, and we are looking for teachers who share this commitment. We are particularly interested in specialists of chemistry and physics.

This is an excellent opportunity for a talented and innovative individual to join our successful Sciences team. We are determined to improve outcomes for all students and to promote the importance ofSciencesubjects in helping young people understand themselves and the world around them.

What the school offers its staff

We are justifiably proud of our Good Ofsted judgement (June 2022), which recognised our positive learning environment and caring community. As a community school in East London, we celebrate diversity and rigorously promote equality and inclusion. We believe every student should feel valued, supported and challenged. We have two Alternative Resource Provisions - one for Deaf children and one for children with Autism - as well as inclusive Curriculum Pathways that enable access and support strong academic achievement.

Our most recent inspection noted that students “conduct themselves in a calm and orderly manner around school and behave well in lessons.” Our students are polite, friendly and benefit from excellent relationships with staff.

Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are warmly encouraged to apply. We offer an excellent support programme for ECTs and trainee teachers and are active members of the Seven Kings Teaching School Alliance, providing a wide range ofhigh‑qualityprofessional development opportunities.

We are committed to staff development at all stages, including leadership opportunities, and there are possibilities to teach across the full secondary age range, including Sixth Form. Students finish early every second Friday to support professional learning as part of our strong andwell‑establishedCPD programme.

Staff wellbeing is a priority. We offer a range of wellbeing activities, free access to our fitness suite and swimming pool, free parking, and a friendly, welcoming staff culture.

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offer of a position is subject to receiving satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS Clearance. In accordance with KCSiE, Safer Recruitment Guidelines and Data Protection Guidelines, we reserve the right to use social media as part of our recruitment processes. Further details are available from the LGA guidance note.