Science Teacher (Fixed Term until 31st August 2025 - however, potential for permanent position and PT / flexible hours considered)
Norham High School
North Tyneside
- New
- Salary:
- MPS
- Job type:
- Full Time, Part Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- January 2025 or as soon as possible.
- Apply by:
- 20 October 2024
Job overview
About us:
- Progress 8 Score of +0.4
- Most improved school for Progress 8 in England (Cmp 2019)
- Graded good in all areas with exceptional standards of behaviour
- School of Sanctuary
- Growth of of over 50% and full in all year groups
- Oversubscribed, waiting lists and Independent Appeals for entry
- 100% First Choice Application / admission for Y7
- Exceptional staff development plans - we invest in our own
With just a few key points shared above, the time to join Norham High School has never been better!
Norham High School is not only recognised as a "Good" school (Ofsted) but is gaining recognition as an exceptional school. It has gone from strength to strength, rapidly developing and evolving to become a place of desire, not only to send your children, but to work as well. This is due to the way we operate: our collegiate approach underpins all that we do - we are indeed a family.
We are officially the most improved school for Progress 8 in the whole of England, one of the top performing schools for progress in the region and nominated to be potential winner of the National Teaching Awards (results November 2024).
In recent results, every pupil group secured positive Progress 8, including SEND and Pupil Premium groups. This is despite having significant contextual factors including 35% SEND, 12% EHCP, 65% FSM and 16% EAL, it is our exceptional curriculum design, quality of teaching and pastoral support that secures such performance.
Regardless of whether you are a pupil or staff member, our school offers exceptional support and opportunity to all. Our standards of behaviour and conduct are exceptional with pupils demonstrating manners and respect. In addition to this, we are perhaps one of the most inclusive schools you will find, offering what is already the largest ARP in the North East while opening an additional ARP in September 2024 (different designations).
Our candidate:
We are looking for a dedicated and dynamic Science Teacher (with a preferred specialism in Biology) to join our vibrant team. You should be a talented individual who, relative to their career stage, demonstrates excellence. You should be passionate about nurturing young minds and inspiring the next generation of scientists.
Our school, our values, our family:
You must be committed and demonstrate the school's values for yourself and the pupils you will serve: Pride - Determination - Strength.
We believe that every child has the right to an excellent quality of education and an enriching school experience; it is our role to support children, both academically and pastorally, so that they grow to be the very best version of themselves. At the heart of our school are our family values and collegiate approach; we support each other and invest in pupils and staff alike, providing a wealth of opportunities for all.
We have established a genuinely lovely calm working environment (in every way), and a personalised blend of welfare support that promotes a positive work-life balance - colleagues' efforts are genuinely recognised and rewarded in unique ways.
Curriculum:
Our curriculum is broad, balanced and well sequenced to support all pupils. For example, a number of pupils study Triple Science, Further Maths and languages, while others complete entry level and / or do not sit public exams at all. While this reduces our progress values, our bespoke approach to curriculum design offers multiple routes of progression that is highly personalised supporting pupils in achieving highly and so we still achieve exceptional performance.
We are committed to improving life chances and we have a strong sense of social justice. In joining us, you too will enjoy both the challenge and reward of serving our community - all children deserve the best and we really are making a difference to children’s lives.
We welcome you to visit us:
We would welcome candidates to visit the school to meet our children and dedicated staff team; you will be provided with a tour and pupil / staff introductions so you can see our school in action. An informal discussion with the Headteacher via telephone to discuss the post further is also welcome.
For further information and to view our prospectus, please visit our website at www.norhamhigh.org and please view our social media correspondence on Facebook.
Applications and interviews:
The closing date for completed applications is Sunday 20th October at 8.00pm. Shortlisting will take place on Monday 21st and successful candidates will be notified as soon as possible with interviews taking place later that week.
Please send your completed application to Alison Tait, Norham High School, Alnwick Avenue, North Shields, NE29 7BU or via email to: Alison.tait@ntlp.org.uk
If you would like further information, please contact the school.
Attached documents
About Norham High School
Norham High School is a co-educational secondary school based in North Shields, Tyne and Wear, for students aged 11-16. It is a non-denominational school.
Headteacher
Terence Conway
At Norham High School, our motto is ‘Pride, Determination, Strength’.
Norham High School is a diverse family – a team that works together to secure the dreams and aspirations of the children who are at heart of our community. Our pupils wear a lion on their uniform as a symbol of our school, its ethos and its ambition. We are a loyal and proud family who work together for the good of one another and we have pride in the work that we do.
Both staff and pupils show determination in every aspect of their work - only the best will do. As a staff team, we are determined to provide an excellent, broad curriculum for our pupils that will give them opportunities to excel in life. Our pupils - your children - will themselves build a sense of determination and resolve to achieve ambitious goals throughout their school career, and beyond, as they enter further education and the world of work.
We find strength in each other, but also in ourselves. The efficacy that will lead to success is instilled in our pupils from the day they arrive at our school, wearing our lion. Strength of character - the strength to succeed, to endure, to care for one another when times are hard, and to overcome is what makes Norham High School pupils unique. Our pupils stand up for what they believe in, and they use voice in lessons and around school to help us make Norham High School even better for the community we proudly serve.
We believe that every child has the right to an excellent quality of education and an enriching experience - it is our role to support them, both academically and pastorally, so that they grow to be the very best version of themselves. At the heart of our school are our family values and collegiate approach; we support each other and invest in pupils and staff alike, providing a wealth of opportunities to all.
This includes Chromebooks and equipment for all pupils, refurbished classrooms / social areas, new technology for classrooms, and a unique blend of welfare support that promotes a positive work-life balance - colleagues' efforts are genuinely recognised and rewarded.
Behaviour is strong, with exceptional conduct around the school as pupils and staff greet visitors - and each other - with kindness and respect. Pupils take pride in their appearance and are smart, professional, and fully equipped for their learning. Pupils also recognise the efforts of staff and appreciate all we do. In a recent inspection, a pupil told an Ofsted inspector “we are like a massive family”, as such, we look forward to meeting you.
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