Teacher of Science (Robertsbridge Community College)

Job introduction

About the role

Robertsbridge Community College is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, energetic, and adaptable Teacher of Science (Biologist, Chemist or Physicist) with the potential for additional responsibility for the right candidate, who can demonstrate excellent subject knowledge, to join our highly motivated team. We are driven by a pursuit of high academic standards regardless of background and a desire for all students to experience an exceptional education. We are open to applications from experienced teachers or ambitious newcomers.

Our ideal candidate will:

• Be an excellent teacher to students of all abilities in key stages 3 and 4.
• Have a love of the subject and desire and ability to convey this to students.
• Be enthusiastic, energetic and open to innovation.
• Possess effective communication skills and be emotionally intelligent.
• Possess effective ICT skills and be open to new uses of technology in the workplace.
• Be committed to extra-curricular activities including lunch time activities.
• Be committed to continuing professional learning.
• Have integrity, optimism and a good sense of humour.
• Hold a good honours degree along with qualified teacher status.

In return, we offer:

• A happy community committed to the professional development of all colleagues.
• A distinctive local context ensuring we place inclusivity at the heart of all we do. 
• A skilled and experienced team of teachers and other professionals.
• A motivated leadership team leading rapid improvement to the students’ life chances.
• A college in which the students are enthusiastic, engaging and thoughtful.
• We would be pleased to welcome you for an informal visit to our school prior to application.

For more information, please contact hstedman@robertsbridge.org.uk or visit www.robertsbridge.org.uk/vacancies 

Robertsbridge Community College is committed to safeguarding the young people in our care and we expect all our staff to share this commitment.  The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. 

 Working pattern: Part-time
(As the position is part-time, the above salary will be pro rata)
 
Please note, we do not accept CVs.

Additional information

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.

Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.

 
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children.  All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

Company information

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.