Science Key Stage 3 Coordinator

Overview

• The opportunity to deliver your science subject specialism from Year 10 onwards as part of the Triple and Combined Science GCSEs.
• The chance to be a part of a large and successful team that achieves excellent progress and attainment at GCSE and A Level.
• A strong emphasis on practical work and the development of skills in all science subjects at all key stages.
• Well-resourced departmental schemes of learning with access to e-textbooks, online learning platforms and differentiated materials.
• A supportive, expanding and well-resourced department including a committed team of technicians.
• The opportunity to be a creative practitioner of science teaching.
• Inspirational Head of Department who will work with you as you become an outstanding teacher.
• Have a strong belief in comprehensive education.
• Have the ability to deliver excellent student outcomes.
• Be an innovative and inspirational teacher.
• Be committed to your personal and professional development.
• Make a positive contribution to the school’s distinctive ethos.
• Have the experience of teaching a full age and ability range.
• Have the ability to teach Physics at A Level - we would be able to work with a candidate who was willing to acquire this specialism through subject knowledge enhancement courses and in‑school support.

• The opportunity to work in a highly regarded school.
• A welcoming and friendly staff body.
• Motivated, well‑behaved and friendly students.
• Clear behaviour systems and students who understand boundaries.
• Opportunities for rapid career development and promotion.
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art sports and leisure facilities.
• Tailored professional development and training.
• A comprehensive staff wellbeing package.

Woodbridge High School strives to achieve a diverse workforce, fully representative of our society and the ethnic and cultural make‑up of the student population within the UK and in our own community. People of Colour are currently under‑represented in some groups of staff at our school, and we are keen to attract applications from a diverse pool of candidates for this post.

We are determined to be a fully inclusive employer, and a great workplace for people from all backgrounds. Woodbridge High School also welcomes applications from those returning to the profession or those who need flexible working arrangements. Please set out your situation or request as part of your application. Woodbridge High School is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children.

All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and overseas checks where necessary. Shortlisted candidates will also be subject to an Internet search, including checks of publicly available social media accounts.