Teacher of Science
Full time 1.0 FTE
Many thanks for your interest in the above position. Please find enclosed the following documents:
* Information about Southlands High School
* Information about the Science Department
* Person Specification
* Arranging a Visit/Application Process
Southlands High School is advertising for a Teacher of Science. This full-time role will be based at Southlands High School, however as we are part of Mosaic Academy Trust, there may be occasions when you will be required to work at other schools within the trust.
We are looking to appoint enthusiastic, self-motivated, and highly organised individual to contribute to the outstanding support, care, and guidance that the school offers its students. Applications are sought from individuals with energy, commitment, and a determination to succeed. This post is also open to Teachers with QTS status and Early Careers Teachers who are new to the profession and are in their first or second year of their induction.
Please use the MOSAIC Application form to apply. Late applications will not be considered. As part of the assessment, shortlisted candidates must be able to attend the school, in person, for an interview and to deliver a session to students. Applications will be considered as soon as they are received and the closing date will be Monday 29 December 2024, 12 noon. Interview date will be confirmed.
We would be delighted to arrange a school visit or a call to discuss the position in my detail during or after school hours.
Any offer of employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced criminal record check with barred list through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), medical clearance, references and verification of qualifications satisfactory to the Trust.
Arranging a visit:
Candidates wishing to visit the school or arrange a telephone discussion can contact Caroline Mears, mearsc@southlands.lancs.sch.uk, who will arrange a suitable time.
Application process:
To apply, please fully complete the MOSAIC Application Form (found on the School or TES Website) and email recruitment@southlands.lancs.sch.uk.
Closing date: Monday 9 December 2024, 12 noon
Interview date: To be confirmed
In line with Safer Recruitment guidelines, we will be taking up references in advance of the interviews and taking them into account throughout the interview process.
Southlands High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and adhere to the school’s child protection policies and procedures. Enhanced checks through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be required for this post.
The post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulation and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations and is also subject to medical clearance.
More information about the school can be found on the website
When completing your application, please ensure that all sections are completed, gaps in employment history are accounted for and details of awarding bodies included. You should refer to the and person specification to guide your supporting statement. Your supporting information should be no more than 2000 words. Please note that late applications and CV’s will not be considered.