This is an exciting opportunity for an excellent classroom practitioner, deeply committed to improving student outcomes and passionate about teaching and learning to assume additional responsibilities as Second in Department within our Science Department at Newton Abbot College. We would ideally appoint a Physicist to our team, however, we welcome applications from all disciplines.

What makes us special

Our staff team believe passionately in the power of education to transform lives.  We are committed to providing the best possible educational experience that we can; an experience that supports, challenges and inspires our students to achieve their potential and develop into well rounded, kind, resilient and responsible young people, who have a deep love of learning and a curiosity about the world in which they live.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Shares our values and vision for inclusive education
• Has high expectations for all of our students and is passionate about helping them achieve their best
• Is inspirational, forward-thinking and dedicated to raising standards for all in Science
• Holds high expectations and believes every student can achieve success
• Is open to feedback, and committed to developing their own practice
• Is organised, proactive, and a collaborative team player
• Can teach all three Science disciplines to KS4, and ideally, Physics to KS5.
• Acts as a positive and professional role model, demonstrating high expectations at all times
• Would love to join a dedicated staff team who are committed to improving the quality of education across our school
• Is committed to safeguarding.

In this role you will:

• Deliver high-quality Science lessons that inspire curiosity and confidence
• Create a classroom culture where every student feels valued and able to succeed
• Contribute to the development of an inclusive curriculum that reflects diverse learners
• Work closely with colleagues to share best practice and drive continuous improvement
• Support the wider life of the college through enrichment, pastoral care and collaboration

We offer:

• A role where your work really matters and we listen to your voice
• The opportunity to work in an established team who are invested in growing the potential of others and who are committed to continuous improvement
• Regular instructional coaching to support you to develop your practice
• Ongoing professional development

How to apply

If you’d love to make a difference to our students – we’d love to hear from you.

Please do take the opportunity to learn more about the role by viewing the detailed job description included on the following pages.  To apply please complete our application form and take the opportunity to share with us how your skills and experience meet the person specification in the job description.  To learn more about the school please visit our website by clicking here.

Alternatively, if you would like to discuss the role further or arrange for a tour of the school please contact Samantha Malone, Head of Department on SMalone@nacollege.devon.sch.uk

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 19th  May at 9.00am.  If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact us via my new term or at recruitment@ivyeducationtrust.co.uk

Interviews will be held onsite on either Thursday 21st or Friday 22nd May.

We’re totally committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our pupils, and we expect you to be too. We follow safer recruitment statutory guidance (Keeping Children Safe in Education).  If you’re successful, you’ll be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and references that are satisfactory to our Trust.  All posts in our Trust are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. 

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