Teacher of Science – ECT

Due to an increase in student numbers at key stage 5, we have a great opportunity for an enthusiastic and inspiring individual to join our ambitious and dynamic Science department as an Early Careers Teacher.

Our Early Careers Teachers undertake a fully inclusive induction programme and are mentored continually throughout their term of training to ensure guidance is on hand at all times. This is complemented by the robust two year Early Career Framework programme facilitated by The National Institute of Teaching.

To further support our recently qualified teachers, we provide all year three and four colleagues with a targeted professional development programme that embeds high quality pedagogy and practice, and explores career ambition through our Recently Qualified Teachers programme.

We are seeking a driven individual to work with and motivate our students across all key stages, whilst undertaking their training.

The successful candidate will be capable of inspiring students develop their passion for the subject, and have a firm belief in the potential of all students.

You will need to share our vision of a quality education for all students, and will need to be committed to joining us on our journey to Outstanding.

You will need to strive to demonstrate, embed and uphold the school’s PRIDE core values of Positivity, Resilience, Integrity, Dignity and Equality in order to support the character development of all students.

We can offer you:

• A dedicated and experienced hardworking team of staff
• Enthusiastic, friendly and talented students
• The opportunity to develop within a highly effective multi academy trust

You will need to:

• Possess good behaviour management skills
• Be a good and effective communicator at all levels
• Be open minded, creative and inspirational in your style of teaching
• Commit to working collaboratively with colleagues and students
• Utilise a variety of teaching methods and ensure that your lessons are engaging at all levels

Applications

To apply for the role please download the application form from the vacancy page on https://www.zenithmultiacademytrust.co.uk/vacancies/, completed applications should be submitted to recruitment@zmat.co.uk. CVs will not be accepted without a completed application form.

You must complete the application form fully and give details of all employment, training and gaps in employment since leaving secondary school to the present day. Any additional information, which you wish to bring to the notice of the selection panel should be included in your letter of application (supporting statement). Please ensure you say why and how you meet the criteria from the person specification in your letter of application. Full job description and person specification can be found at the end of this pack.

Shortlisted applicants may be screened prior to interview by checking social media sites. The purpose of such screening will be to ascertain whether a candidate demonstrates appropriate conduct, behaviour and suitability for employment in a school environment.

Closing Date: 20th November 2024

If you have any queries, wish to discuss the role informally or undertake a visit to the Trust, please do not hesitate to contact us via email recruitment@zmat.co.uk or telephone 01702 426744.

We look forward to receiving your application. You will be notified of your application status within two weeks of the vacancy closing date.