Teacher of Science

Ref: SCH-LPAT-0188

Establishment: George Abbot School Location: George Abbot School Salary: 31350.00 - 42688.00 Department: Science Job Type: Full Time

Closing Date: 06/05/2024 09:00 Interview Date: TBC Start Date: 02/09/2024

Additional Information

Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: AYR - All year round Hours per Week: 32.50 Weeks per Year: 52.140 Pay Grade: Main | M1 - M11

The Role

Teacher of Science

MPS/UPS

Required from September 2024

NOR: 1960 (11-18) (450+ in Sixth Form)

A well-qualified and highly motivated Teacher of Science is required for September 2024, for a full time and permanent position. We would welcome applications from both newly qualified and established teachers. All applicants must demonstrate a passion for their subject, and the ability and skills as a teacher to inspire a love of learning.

The person appointed will join a thriving and supportive Science Faculty made up of 25 staff, with a strong technician and support staff team. The faculty has a reputation for achieving excellent results at all levels and the school’s GCSE Science results are regularly in the top 7% of schools for progress nationally. A Level Sciences are very popular subjects amongst our students and there are typically 6 sixth form across all three Science subjects. L3VA added results across the Sciences are very strong.

More about George Abbot:

Ofsted (December 2019) said: “Pupils happily attend George Abbot School. They respect their teachers and behave well in lessons. Pupils take their studying seriously and try to get the most out of their experiences at school. Teachers expect a lot from pupils.”

George Abbot School is an 11-18, mixed comprehensive with 2,000 students, situated on the north side of Guildford. We are located within easy reach of the town, the A3 and London Road railway station. We have an established reputation for high academic standards and exemplary pastoral care. We are an innovative and inclusive school, with an extensive, flourishing Sixth Form provision. We are a very popular school of choice for our community.

George Abbot School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful applicant will be subjected to an enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of Learning Partners Academy Trust. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workforce and particularly welcome suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to join our trust.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for this exciting role, please use the links provided to access the full job description and person specification.

Please note, your application will take to you to our ATS system (Face-Ed) where you will be required to enter your details again to fully complete your application process. If you have any questions or would like to discuss this role further, please contact Polly Jacobs, Headteacher’s PA via email pjacobs@georgeabbot.surrey.sch.uk.

Important Information

The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we close a vacancy due to a high a volume of applications being received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. We reserve the right to appoint ahead of the closing date for an exceptional candidate.
When completing the application form please ensure that you clearly evidence your relevant skills and experience in relation to the requirements detailed in the job description.