Withington Girls’ School, The Sunday Times’ North-West Independent School of the Decade 2021, is looking for a well-qualified and experienced Teacher of Physics to join this happy and outstandingly successful independent day school for girls.
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As in all subjects at Withington, excellent examination results are achieved by a combination of the pupils’ high academic ability and the intellectually stimulating and rigorous manner in which they are taught. The Department believes strongly in enrichment, diversity and extension and our lessons go beyond the requirements of the National Curriculum; in all our teaching, we aim to build confidence, independence and a love of Physics.
At Withington, we aim to promote the school’s ethos of love of learning, engagement with our school’s wide breadth of opportunity and commitment to the highest standards in all that we do for the benefit of our pupils in all aspects of their development. Our commitment is to: intellectually stimulating, innovative and supportive teaching which enables each pupil to fulfil her potential and develop the skills, knowledge and approaches needed not only for success in examinations but for life beyond school.
What We Offer You:
1. The opportunity to join our outstanding school where public examination results consistently place Withington amongst the leading schools in the UK.
2. Keen, committed and very able students who are positive and active learners.
3. A highly diverse environment where pupils come from a wide geographical area in and around Manchester and from many different social, cultural and religious backgrounds.
4. Colleagues eager to share passion and enthusiasm for their subject and an environment where the relationship between pupils and staff is a particular strength.
5. Excellent facilities, including the latest resources to support learning.
Benefits:
1. A competitive Withington Pay Scale
2. A choice of remaining within the Teacher’s Pension Scheme or taking a Defined Contribution Scheme
3. CPD opportunities
4. Free School lunches
5. Small examination class sizes
6. Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
7. Fully Funded Healthcare Plan through Simply Health
8. Cycle to Work Scheme
9. Free use of the fitness suite and classes
What You Can Offer Us:
1. A capable and highly enthusiastic teacher with excellent subject knowledge and a passion for Physics.
2. The ability to teach to highly able pupils across Key Stage 3, 4 and 5.
3. The willingness and ability to use a variety of teaching methods to suit pupils’ individual learning needs, selecting appropriate learning resources and embracing the use of new technology.
4. Commitment to contribute to extra-curricular events and activities in the department.
5. The ability to work well both independently and as a member of our team.
If you would like to apply for the role of Teacher of Physics (one-year fixed term, maternity cover), you will need to complete the School’s application form and submit along with a covering letter to:
Email: recruitment@wgs.org
Please note that only applications using the School’s application form will be considered.
Closing Date: 8am, Monday 24th February 2025
Interview Date: Tuesday 4th March 2025
Withington Girls’ School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
It is the post holder’s responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of children. You will comply with the Withington Girls’ School Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy.
Withington Girls’ School is an equal opportunities employer. It is our policy to employ the best qualified personnel and we are committed to providing equal opportunity in recruitment and employment to all individuals who meet our criteria for the role advertised.
We value the diversity of our staff and do not tolerate any form of harassment, discrimination or victimisation.
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