Sydenham School Teacher of Science (Physics)

Lewisham Council; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Teacher of Science to join their dynamic team starting in April 2025. This role offers the chance to inspire students across various age groups, fostering a love for science while achieving excellent exam results. The successful candidate will collaborate with a dedicated leadership team committed to student welfare and academic success. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive environment that values creativity and ambition. If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge in education, we encourage you to apply early as we may close applications once sufficient candidates are received.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and creative Science Teacher with a focus on student success.
• Ability to teach across various age ranges up to A level.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and effective Science lessons to diverse student groups.
• Contribute to the success of the Science Faculty and support student progress.

Skills

Science Teaching

Creativity

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in Science

Job description

Teacher of Science (Physics)

April 2025 Start

Full-time (would consider part-time 0.8fte)

Main / Upper Scale

Are you a talented and motivated Science Teacher looking for a new and exciting opportunity?

Sydenham School is seeking an enthusiastic, ambitious and creative Teacher of Science to join our successful Science Faculty from April 2025. We would welcome applications from ECTs as well as from experienced colleagues.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a large and forward-thinking Faculty team, offering courses across the age and ability range, up to and including ‘A’ level. The Faculty achieves excellent exam results and we would welcome someone who will contribute to this success.

We believe that all of our students are capable of being highly successful regardless of their starting points. Sydenham School can offer you a professional challenge and a rewarding opportunity, working with a collaborative Senior Leadership Team that is passionate about the achievement and progress of every student in all areas.

If you are interested in an opportunity to build on established success, an application pack can be downloaded from our website at:

https://www.sydenham.lewisham.sch.uk/about/vacancies

Alternatively, further details can be obtained from our HR Department: 0208 699 6731 ext 424/ 431

The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 13^th January 2025

Interview date TBC

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

The school is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and diversity. We have a clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is the ‘golden thread’ that runs through the school.

The successful applicant will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure for the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as the Criminals Records Bureau).

Original evidence of right to work within the United Kingdom will be required prior to commencement of employment i.e. National Insurance Number, Work Permits or Indefinite Leave to Remain. If the applicant has lived/worked overseas for 12 months or more since the age of 18, they will also be required to obtain a Certificate of Good Conduct from the country(ies) they lived/worked in at their own expense and provide these for our records.