TEACHER OF SCIENCE
The Elton High School, Bury, Lancashire, BL8 1RN
Working pattern
Full time: Monday to Friday 32.5 hours per week4 days per week will be considered
Contract type
Permanent
Pay scale
M1 to M6
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for an enthusiasticand skilled full-time teacher of Science to join our supportive andhigh-performing team. 0.8 timetable requests will also be considered and wewelcome applications from both ECTs and experienced teachers alike. The vacancyhas arisen due to the retirement of the current postholder.
What the school offers its staff
Wehave a strong system of staff training in place aimed at developing the verybest practice, with a constant focus on ensuring that all of our team feelsupported to give their best and to have a work life balance. We prideourselves on taking a proactive approach to promoting the well-being ofeveryone in our school community and consistently review opportunities tofurther promote staff well-being.Initiatives include a half termly Golden Week (no meetings scheduled),Staff Wellbeing Committee and an annual Well-being Day for every member ofstaff.
Further information about the job
The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the DBS.
Please note that, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Organisation type Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 16
The Elton High School is a significantly oversubscribed school with a tradition of excellence. Our most recent Ofsted inspection (February 2022) reiterated the strengths that had been confirmed in the previous report (2017) and are firmly embedded across our school. The inspection team noted that ‘pupils are proud to attend’ Elton with an established culture of ‘high aspirations for what pupils can achieve’. Our students achieve well, with the inspectors being particularly impressed with the climate for learning and behaviour of our students – their ‘positive behaviour at all times is characteristic of the respectful culture of this school [and] their positive conduct reflects leaders’ high standards’.
The success of our school is built on the expertise of our high-quality staff. We have a strong system of staff training in place aimed at developing the very best practice, moreover we have a constant focus on ensuring that all of our team feel supported to give of their best and to have a work life balance. We pride ourselves on taking a proactive approach to promoting the wellbeing of everyone in our school community and consistently review opportunities to further promote staff wellbeing.
The school has excellent transport links with the M60, M61, M62 and M66 Motorways crisscrossing the area plus the Metrolink Light Rapid Transit system with a fast and frequent service from Bury centre through Manchester city centre to East Didsbury.
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TEACHER OF SCIENCE employer: The Elton High School
The Elton High School is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing environment where staff are valued and supported in their professional growth. With a strong focus on inclusivity and student development, employees benefit from collaborative teamwork, ongoing training opportunities, and a culture that prioritises the well-being of both staff and students. Located in a vibrant community, this role provides a unique chance to make a meaningful impact on young lives while enjoying a fulfilling career in education.
