Teacher of Science. Part Time (1-2 days)

Teacher of Science. Part Time (1-2 days). KS3 and KS4. For January 2025.

The School:

North London Grammar School is a modern independent grammar school, situated in Hendon, North London, with state-of-the-art facilities. Students benefit from small class sizes and highly interactive learning. The school is a warm and welcoming environment, with a supportive team and an investment in training. This is an exciting time to be joining the school in a new phase of our growth. 

The Post:

We are looking to appoint a dedicated professional, with drive and ambition, to join the Science Department from January 2024. The successful candidate will be required to teach at least 2 Sciences at GCSE. A specialism in Physics would be an advantage. The candidate will be able to inspire students with a passion for Science through both the curriculum and the co-curriculum.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher with excellent subject knowledge to play a key role in teaching highly motivated pupils within an energetic, diverse and innovative department. The Science Department at NLGS holds practical application, collaboration and innovation at the heart of its approach. The curriculum has a focus on learning through experimental work and is designed to develop the key skills that enable students to be successful in their studies at GCSE and beyond.

The central aims of the Department are:

• to inspire students to be inquisitive about the world around them

• to help all students to develop their scientific knowledge and to apply this to practical situations

• to provide opportunities for students to develop their practical and problem-solving skills, both inside and outside of the laboratory

• to offer a variety of approaches to teaching and learning to engage and motivate pupils and to encourage their active participation

• to explore enrichment opportunities outside of the curriculum to enhance pupils’ enjoyment of Science and to inspire them to study Science, or related disciplines, in the future

The successful applicant will be expected to make a contribution to the extracurricular life of the School, contributing enthusiastically to the co-curriculum and wider school life, through our societies together with the provision of assemblies, lectures, competitions and trips.

What we are looking for:

•      A professional who is inspirational in the passion for science

•      A successful teacher who believes in bringing out the best in every student and who believes in the potential of all students

•      An individual who is committed to high quality teaching and learning and able to motivate gifted and talented students

·       A person with who holds QTS and a relevant graduate degree

·       Excellent organisational and ICT skills

·       The capacity to work collaboratively as part of a team

·       A proven track record of outstanding teaching

We will offer the successful candidate:

·       Happy and enthusiastic students who want to learn

·       A professionally stimulating and supportive working environment

·       A strong commitment to professional development and progression

·       A commitment to staff wellbeing

·       A positive and innovative learning environment, supported by students, staff, parents and governors

·       A well-resourced, innovative and inspirational Science Department

·       A supportive Leadership Team

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, fill in an application using the TES application form.

Applications will be considered upon receipt.

Closing date: Midday, November 15th 2024.

NB: Applications will be considered whilst the post is being advertised. North London Grammar School reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline. We advise early applications are submitted.

North London Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people within our care and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. Any future offer of employment remains subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS clearance, a health check and references.