What skills and experience we're looking for
The ideal candidate will:
• be a well-qualified Science teacher with a record of planning and delivering lessons that are challenging and enjoyable to pupils of all ability levels.
• have a PGCE qualification and QTS.
• be a proficient ICT user to enhance their teaching.
• have the ability to teach pupils throughout KS3, KS4 and KS5.
• be able to inspire and make positive relationships with students to encourage great learning.
• have an excellent understanding of the components that comprise outstanding teaching and learning.
• have evidence of supporting students to reach their full potential.
• be a resilient character with a strong personal drive.
• contribute to teamwork within the faculty and the school as a whole.
• have high expectations and commitment to the wider life of the school.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
• the opportunity to work in one of the highest performing schools in Cheshire East and an Ofsted rated ‘Good’ (January 2023) school.
• a pleasant, working environment in well maintained and equipped classrooms on a mature campus in the heart of Alsager in rural Cheshire East.
• to work alongside a collaborative, forward thinking Head and Senior Leadership Team whose priority is to support and develop you.
• a dedicated, hardworking and supportive Science team all passionate about their subject.
• friendly and highly motivated students who are keen to learn and take pride in their achievements.
• a comprehensive induction programme when joining the school as an ECT, including your own dedicated mentor.
• an outstanding professional development programme with the opportunity to share best practice within your own faculty and with staff from other specialisms.
• a laptop to use whilst in employment.
• a large, modern and comfortable communal staff room to relax in during your breaks.
• employee of the week scheme.
• part of the Cheshire Teaching School Hub.
• superb on-site catering at very competitive prices.
• reduced staff rate membership for state of the art gym facilities, including a swimming pool and an on-site Leisure Centre Fitness Suite.
• free on-site parking.
• good road/rail links with access to Manchester city centre and the airport in under an hour.
• children of staff who have worked at the school for two or more years are counted as part of our over subscription criteria.
Commitment to safeguarding
Alsager School is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of all students and expects all staff to share this commitment.