Teacher of Biology – St Augustine’s Catholic College – Wiltshire

We are seeking to recruit enthusiastic, motivated and committed teachers to join our effective, hardworking and supportive Science Department from Easter or September 2016. You will be able to display high standards of teaching and learning in order to enthuse and engage our students and support them in making good progress.

If you join as an NQT you will be part of an established and extensive NQT programme, benefiting from the support and expertise of mentors including Lead Practitioners and will be able to continue developing your pedagogy through accessing our SSAT and TEEP training programmes. In addition to this your bespoke induction programme would include courses delivered through a local collaboration of schools, the Clifton diocese and the international network of Lasallian schools.

St Augustine’s Catholic College is a thriving 11-18 secondary school located in Trowbridge (12 miles from the World Heritage City of Bath) and has been graded “outstanding” by Ofsted since 2007. The college community of 950 students is vibrant and happy. Students of all abilities are encouraged to aim high and work hard in a supportive environment that ensures every young person can fulfil their potential. St Augustine’s is a traditional school with Christian values at its heart. The pastoral care our students receive is exemplary and ensures that they are supported, cared for and valued.

St Augustine’s has been placed in the top 10% of non-selective schools nationally for both attainment and progress at KS4, and is currently in the Times top 200 state schools. We have an equally impressive tradition at A Level with a track record of students accessing their first choice of university in both the UK and USA. Last year 65% of students’ grades were A-B, placing the College in the top 10% of schools nationally. St Augustine’s prides itself in not only providing an outstanding academic education but also offers a wide range of enrichment and extra-curricular opportunities for students developing skills and qualities in leadership, self-reliance and independence.

The successful candidate will teach science in Key Stage 3 and chemistry and biology to GCSE and A level and will be joining a supportive, committed and experienced team who work hard to deliver innovative and enjoyable lessons whilst securing excellent examination outcomes.

If you are passionate about your subject and have a strong desire to make a difference to young peoples live, whilst fulfilling your own potential, then we would love to hear from you.
The deadline for applications is 4.00pm on Wednesday 20th January 2016. Interviews will take place during the week commencing Monday 25th January 2016.

Please send your application to Sarah Priest, HR Manager, at hr@st-augustines.wilts.sch.uk

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be requested before interviews take place and you will be required to bring your identification documents with you on the day of the interview. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer

Head Teacher – Joe Alsop

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