Teacher of Science (biology specialist)
Kings Norton Girls' School
Birmingham
- New
- Salary:
- Main scale or upper scale
- Job type:
- Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Easter or September 2025
- Apply by:
- 25 November 2024
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Kings Norton Girls’ School and Sixth Form (KNGS) for a Teacher of Science, biology specialist, to join our dynamic and aspirational team. KNGS is an OFSTED outstanding single academy trust with a comprehensive intake and a co-educational sixth form. We are proud of our vibrant, socially and culturally diverse school, which lies in the heart of our community, and is highly regarded in our local area and beyond. We achieve excellent academic and pastoral outcomes for students within a culture of care, concern and well-being for both students and staff; we strive to open a world of opportunities for all of our students.
Full Time, permanent (part time applications will also be considered)
Preferred start date: Easter or September 2025
Please note: This is a rolling vacancy and applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews and appointments may therefore take place prior to the closing date shown below. Shortlisted applicants will need to attend the selection process in person.
Applicants should be effective classroom practitioners, able to teach all sciences at KS3 and KS4 and have the potential to be exceptional. The ability to teach Biology at KS5 is essential, although prior experience of teaching KS5 is not essential. Applicants must be committed to improving learners’ experiences and attainment through working collaboratively and being willing to adopt new ideas.
In return, we can offer the opportunity to teach students with a thirst for learning science, within a supportive culture. We have an excellent internal CPD programme, as well as access to the National College CPD programme which provides a platform and high-quality resources for our development needs. The school is committed to improving staff well-being and flexible working requests are considered. Benefits include the Westfield Health Cash Plan which includes an Employee Assistance Programme and exclusive rewards, discounts and special offers from over 1,000 leading retailers, restaurants, days-out, and discounted gym memberships. We also offer a cycle to work scheme.
The school is committed to safeguarding children and the post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Should you wish to discuss this opportunity, please contact Mr Darren McClelland, Faculty Leader on 0121 675 1305 or via email DMcClelland@kngs.co.uk .
The application form will include your supporting statement (this should not exceed 1200 words, you do not need to submit a separate covering letter), this can be submitted through the TES portal or by emailing the Headteacher’s PA, Denise Wilson dwilson@kngs.co.uk. We do not accept CV applications, only those submitted on the KNGS application form will be considered.
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About Kings Norton Girls' School
- Kings Norton Girls' School
- Selly Oak Road, Birmingham
- West Midlands
- B30 1HW
- United Kingdom
The School
Kings Norton Girls’ School is a highly successful 11-18 comprehensive standalone academy with an excellent reputation in the local area and beyond. The School was founded in 1910 and occupies a leafy twenty-three acre site in one of Birmingham’s most pleasant residential areas on the south side of the city. It is a very local school, the vast majority of students living less than a mile away. This has enabled the development of a strong community feel and neighbourhood links. The school breeds a quiet confidence in its students which together with their enthusiasm for learning and their determination to succeed creates a powerful dynamic for continued improvement. Following its success for many years as a Foundation School we were one of the first schools in the country to become a convertor academy in 2011. This gives some indication of the type of school we are, constantly striving for an opportunity which will take us to the next level. We never rest on our laurels or shy away from significant change where it will make the difference we need.
Our Purpose
We strive to be a community where all develop the skills and confidence to excel as leaders and learners. We believe before any meaningful learning can take place pupils should be happy in school. In order to achieve this we aim to:-
- Build a learning community which strives to ensure that each individual is valued.
- Develop a collaborative “learning to learn” culture which seeks out and shares best practice.
- Cultivate an environment which engenders an excitement about and a passion for learning.
- Deliver at all times learning experiences of the highest quality. *understand what it means to be and take responsibility as Global Citizens, respecting diversity.
- Understand what it means to be and take responsibility as Global Citizens, respecting diversity.
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