Teacher of Science in Ellesmere Port

Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust wishes to appoint a Teacher of Science at All Saints Catholic College in Tameside. Our school is on an exciting and transformational school improvement journey. We are looking for an exceptional and inspirational teacher to support and add expertise to our growing and increasingly successful team of teachers delivering Science to the students of All Saints. This is a superb team of people in a dynamic, creative and enthusiastic department, and staff morale is high. The role comes with a genuine opportunity to have a creative impact on the refinement and enhancement of the Science curriculum following the school’s transition to AQA.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the provision of high-quality teaching and learning to ensure successful outcomes for all.
• Plan and prepare courses, schemes of work and individual lessons, appropriate to the needs, interests, experience and existing knowledge of students.

Candidate Profile

• Passionate scientist who would love the idea of becoming involved in the creative process of curriculum development.
• Enthusiastic and motivated with a passion for the subject and committed to delivering high standards of teaching and learning.
• Someone with drive and ambition who will challenge, inspire and motivate students.
• Highly dynamic individual who consistently delivers innovative teaching and, where possible, has a proven track record of outstanding progress in external examinations.
• Capable of adapting and responding appropriately to challenging situations.
• Flexible, open to new ideas, committed to working as part of a team and able to bring a good sense of humour.
• Strong moral and ethical principles and values; acts with the utmost integrity.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work within a welcoming and enthusiastic environment with wonderful children, supportive staff, governors and parents.
• Close links and group support from other schools in this forward-thinking Catholic Multi-Academy Trust.
• Part of a team of dedicated, talented and hardworking individuals.
• Commitment to Continuing Professional Development with access to an online library of training courses, fully accredited qualifications and other relevant paid training.
• Employee assistance programme (including family) and confidential support.
• Health cash plan covering optical, dental, alternative therapy treatments, health screening and discounted gym memberships, with some benefits extended to family members.
• Flu vaccination clinics and eye care vouchers.

Legal & Safeguarding

Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, religion, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, sex and sexual orientation. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all staff must share this commitment. The post will be subject to enhanced DBS and barred list checks, satisfactory references, satisfactory online/social media checks and appropriate overseas checks. The applicant will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. While this role does not require the successful candidate to be a practising Catholic, applications are invited from individuals committed to supporting the Catholic ethos of the school. The Trust reserves the right to deploy staff to any of its schools depending on need, where agreement is reached with all parties.