Teacher of Science.

Bridgwater College Academy are looking for an outstanding classroom teacher, or an ECT with the potential to become outstanding, to join our dynamic and expanding Science department, covering KS3 and KS4 core Science and KS4 Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

You will have experience teaching across KS3 and KS4, a passion for Science, and a commitment to continuous professional development.

You will also need to have good behaviour management skills and the ability to inspire and motivate students in order to raise standards and maximise their potential.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Academy, where putting students first is a fundamental part of our culture. We strongly believe that positive outcomes for our students come from the professionalism, commitment and passion for excellence displayed by our staff.

What we offer:

· 20% non-contact time for all teaching staff

· Employee Rewards scheme – High Street discounts, Staff Wellbeing centre

· A Trust wide leadership competencies framework

· A professional leadership development coach

· A Trust wide staff wellbeing policy

· Personalised professional development supported by an exceptional team within the Academy and driven through The Continual Professional Growth Policy which replaces appraisal and pay progression.

Closing date for applications: Midnight, Sunday 6th October 2024.

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, employer pension contribution of at least 23%, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. 

Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you. 

We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.