Teacher of Science

Welcome from the Headteacher

Thank you for your interest in the post of Science Teacher at Chauncy School.

We are looking to recruit a qualified science teacher. Chauncy is an Ofsted OUTSTANDING SCHOOL in all 5 categories and has a welcoming, cohesive, and dynamic staff committed to educating young people in the local area. It is an amazing place to work and build a career.

The Chauncy Science Department is well established with a healthy mix of experienced and more recently qualified colleagues, with a proud history of strong academic results over many years.

All of our work is focused on promoting student achievement. We are the Ware school, and the majority of students live within 3 km of Chauncy. We are committed to the safety, happiness and success of the students and staff. Most teachers appointed during the last 10 years have trained with us. There is a consistency of approach, particularly in teaching and learning.

Chauncy School is in an extremely strong position. It is financially secure, academically successful, fully staffed by highly motivated specialists and populated by young people who appreciate that staff dedicate their working lives to their success. That Chauncy has received consecutive Ofsted Outstanding grades is unusual for a school that actively welcomes students of all abilities.

We have an experienced mentoring team to support Early Career Teachers, and new colleagues typically thrive with us, with 90% gaining a position of responsibility within 2 years. Suitably qualified and experienced applicants may be considered for a TLR award (TLR2a / TLR2b), with details to be negotiated at interview.

Visits are very much encouraged. If you are interested and would like to visit, please contact me via admin@chauncy.org.uk, or call via the school telephone number: 01920 411200. You may also take this opportunity to have an informal phone conversation about the position.

I look forward to receiving your application.

Steve Walton (Headteacher)

Our School

Chauncy is a popular, oversubscribed, successful school at the heart of Ware.

We are purposeful, forward-looking and determined to continue to be great. Students tell us that they feel safe and valued, and Ofsted noted that their conduct is outstanding, encouraging exceptional opportunities for teaching and learning. Students at Chauncy are excited about their learning.

There is a passionate commitment by staff to inspire through excellent teaching. The strength of relationships between staff, students and parents has been vital in providing challenge and support, promoting achievement.

We have a tradition of academic success founded on students’ ambition, belief in themselves and a school ethos that seeks to praise and reward all achievement. Promoting student achievement is at the heart of everything we do. We welcome students of all abilities and teach them in different groups from the start of Year Seven according to their academic needs. There is no limit to what our students can achieve with parental support, excellent facilities and superb teaching.

Aims

Chauncy School is committed to promoting student achievement.

Our aims are:

Provide inspirational teaching and learning.

• Welcome students of all abilities, enabling each one to enjoy learning and achieve their very best.

• Be a learning centre within our community.

• Enable young people to become confident individuals who live safe, healthy and fulfilling lives.

• Uphold British Values and develop our young people as responsible citizens who make a positive contribution to society.

Key Information

• Status: ACADEMY
• Last Ofsted: 16/07/2023
• Ofsted Judgement: Outstanding
• Forms of Entry: 10
• Year Established: 1972
• Type of School: Secondary
• Age Range: 11 - 18
• Number of students on Roll: 1528
• Number of students in Sixth Form: 285
• % of SEND students: 18%
• % of EAL students: 2.5%
• % FSM students: 19%
• % of student Premium students: 17%
• School Website: www.chauncyschool.com

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Science Teacher to join our dedicated team, teaching across KS3, KS4 and potentially KS5. You will deliver engaging lessons in Biology, Chemistry and Physics (KS3, GCSE and potentially A-level or Applied Science), support exam preparation, and help drive attainment for all groups. You’ll also have the opportunity to contribute to curriculum development, lead enrichment activities, and support students with SEN and EAL needs.

At Chauncy, we pride ourselves on our passionate commitment to academic success, strong relationships between staff, students and parents, and a culture that praises and rewards all achievement. We welcome students of all abilities and provide excellent facilities and superb teaching to help them thrive.

Staff benefits include:

• Access to our fitness suite and swimming pool

• A range of wellbeing activities, including staff football, circuit training, yoga, and arts and crafts

• A supportive team and excellent professional development opportunities

• Free car parking

• Free tea and coffee facilities in the staff room

• Access to our Cycle to Work Scheme

• Free lunchtime meals for all duty staff

Person Specification - Teacher of Science

Qualification

• A good honours degree in a Science-related subject (2:2 or above) – Essential
• Qualified teacher status (QTS) – Essential
• Evidence of continued professional development relevant to this role – Essential

Experience of teaching /Management

• Experience teaching Science at KS3 and KS4 (KS5 experience desirable) – Essential
• Experience preparing students for external examinations (GCSE and/or A-level) – Essential
• Experience supporting students with SEN and EAL needs

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