Teacher of Science (Chemistry) at Kings Norton Girls' School in Birmingham

About this Role

We are seeking an exceptional teacher to join Kings Norton Girls' School and Sixth Form (KNGS) as part of our science team.KNGS is an Ofsted Outstanding school and part of the West Midlands MultiAcademy Trust. We have a comprehensive intake and a co-educational sixth form. We are proud of our vibrant, socially andculturally diverse school, which lies in the heart of our community, and ishighly regarded in our local area and beyond.

At the heart of KNGS is a culture of care, high expectations and ambition. We want every pupil to flourish and achievetheir potential, supported by adults who know them, believe in them, andprovide the care and support we would want for our own families. Throughrespect and courage, we create the conditions for our pupils to thriveacademically, personally, and socially, leaving KNGS ready to make a positivecontribution to the world beyond school.

The role is available from January 2027 on a full-time, permanent basis (main or upper pay scale).

Our sciencefaculty is a well-established, dedicated and experienced team who workcollaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for our students. We are seekingan effective and ambitious classroom practitioner who is committed to continually improving students' experiences and attainment. We are looking toappoint a classroom teacher who has excellent subject knowledge and ispassionate to motivate, support and challenge all students. The ideal candidatewill have the skills and expertise to deliver lessons and develop curriculumthrough which students develop a strong understanding of science while ontheirlearning journey at KNGS. Experience of teaching all three sciences at KS3 andKS4 (with a specialism in chemistry) is essential. The ability to teach KS5 chemistryis desirable.

We offer excellent CPD within a supportiveculture. We invest in the professional development of our staff, so they meettheir career potential. The school is committed to improving staff well-being.

We offer: -

A dedicated, talented staff who are committed to the ongoing development of theschool.

• Students who are proud of their school and want tosucceed.
• A commitment to your professional development andwork-life balance, alongside high expectations for all staff.
• Teacher's PensionScheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Supportive well-being initiatives and workload reduction focusgroups.
• A cycle to work scheme.

AtKNGS, inclusion is everyone's responsibility. We value the diversity of ourstaff and pupils and are committed to creating a culture where everyone isrespected, supported and able to flourish. We welcome applications fromcandidates from all backgrounds who share our commitment to equity, inclusion and opportunity. We are committed to a fair,equitable and accessible recruitment process, with reasonable adjustmentsconsidered throughout to ensure all candidates can participate fully.

Completedapplications should be submitted by 8.00am on Tuesday 20thOctober. Theselection day will take place on Thursday 22nd October.

Commitmentto Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Practices:

We welcome applications from candidates of allbackgrounds. WMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare ofchildren and young people.

Thisrole is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and theamendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. All shortlistedcandidates will be subject to online checks and will be asked to complete acriminal records self-disclosure form. Successful candidates will be subject toan Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, satisfactorypre-employment checks, a health assessment, and the receipt of two satisfactoryprofessional references. This role has been identified as public facing inaccordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act; therefore, the ability to fulfilall spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English will be required.

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