Head of Physics

Swindon, Wiltshire
JN -052020-285184mw_1589373761
Date Posted: 13 May 2020
  1. Science
Competitive
  1. Long-term

Head of Physics

Swindon, Wiltshire
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Head of Physics Required!
Are you looking for your first step into leadership?
Do you want a new, exciting challenge?

An Exciting Opportunity to join an Academy in North Swindon; the top school in Swindon for progress at GCSE level.
The Academy is looking to appoint a highly qualified Physics teacher who is an excellent classroom practitioner with a passionate belief in the ability for all to succeed.
They are proud to have a knowledge rich curriculum, research informed teaching and amazing facilities. Teachers joining the team receive excellent CPD to develop their subject knowledge, their pedagogy and their classroom management. They have access to collaboratively planned schemes of work and lesson resources.
The college system, student leadership opportunities, Pupil Charter and extra-curricular programme ensure that their students have an extensive range of opportunities to develop character, demonstrate compassion and contribute to the community.
The school was inspected by Ofsted in May 2017 and judged to be a 'good' school. Inspectors noted that, "Pupils are well behaved and ready to learn. Leaders have very clear expectations of appropriate behaviour, which teachers manage effectively and consistently. "
We are looking for a Head of Physics who:
*is a well qualified, excellent Physics teacher
*shows the potential to be a dynamic leader with high expectations and a commitment to improvement
*can demonstrate excellent organisational and inter-personal skills
*has energy and commitment for all aspects of school life
*has a desire and passion to make a real difference to the lives and life-chances of our students
In return, the Academy can offer you:
*enthusiastic, friendly and well-behaved students who deserve the very best teachers
*a superb building with state-of-the-art facilities
*hardworking, dedicated and enthusiastic staff
*a rigorous whole-school discipline policy effectively supported by the senior leadership team
*a fantastic team of Science teachers, who have been working together to develop their Mastery Curriculum
*supportive leadership and a committed Governing Body
*a guaranteed CPD offer with real opportunities to develop as a teacher

Things to know about registering with Tradewind:

* We attract top education talent and in return offer top rates of pay
* We care about your training and development more than any other agency - which is why we can offer you more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, 25 to be exact! That's 18 more than our next nearest competitor
* Great referral scheme
* Full interview preparation and assistance - so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success
* Help with lesson planning - our support doesn't stop once we've secured you a placement
* Online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability
* Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants

The essentials:
To join us and be successful in these supply teaching roles you will need to:
* Hold QTS status or equivalent teaching qualification in Physics or Science
* This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
* Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must


Click 'Apply now' to be considered for this great position. Alternatively, for more information about the role, contact Michelle on 0117 301 7578 / michelle.withers@twrecruitment.com.
We look forward to hearing from you and helping take you on the next step of your teaching career.

Tradewind Recruitment is a Sunday Times Top 100 employer - stopping at nothing to ensure our candidates and employees come first. As a Tradewind employee, you will have access to 25 fully certified CPD courses, that's 18 more than our next nearest competitor. We have the very best people to take your call and look after you every step of the way. We pride ourselves on exceptional service and take the time to really get to know you, to ensure we have a thorough understanding of your career goals and work hard on your behalf to secure you positions with great rates of pay and plenty of development opportunities. Put simply; we listen, we learn, we deliver. Why? Because our people matter most.

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