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Teacher of Science
Contract type: Full time to cover a period of maternity leave
Start date: January 2022 Salary: Main Scale Suitable for ECTs: Yes
King Harold Academy is a superb place to work. Our pupils are ambitious and keen to learn and our staff are highly motivated, collaborative and supportive. We are always evolving andhave aspirations to become a beacon of excellence in the sector.
We are seeking a Science teacher who loves their subject and has the highest ofexpectations for what pupils can achieve. We are building a culture of excellence at KingHarold, in which students are taught a challenging, knowledge-rich curriculum that givesthem the currency they need to succeed in whichever path they choose.
We believe that the best teachers are those that are deeply involved in the development ofthe curriculum and have the opportunity to develop their subject knowledge within a teamof specialists.
We provide dedicated time as part of our CPD programme for teachers to dothis (both internally and externally).
Pupils' behaviour is excellent in lessons, allowingteachers the opportunity to deliver high quality lessons every day and drive exceptionalachievement.
If you're interested in building a school community that provides a transformative educationfor its students, then King Harold Academy is an exciting opportunity for you.
King Harold Academy also benefits from being part of the Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT).
As an employee of TKAT you will benefit from:
● A wide variety of opportunities for professional development, including the potential to develop your career at more than one TKAT academy;
● Opportunities to work flexibly, where possible;
● Our support for your wellbeing at work; and
● The rewards of working to improve the life chances of our pupils.
Application packs can be downloaded from our website www.kha-tkat.org. Completedapplication forms should be sent or emailed to Mrs Campbell at michaela.campbell@khat-kat.org.
If you would like to arrange an informal conversation with the Head of School prior toapplication, please contact Mrs Campbell.
Please note that CV's will not be accepted unless accompanied by a fully completedapplication form.
Health and Safety
King Harold follows the TKAT, Essex and Government COVID 19 guidelines in order toprotect students, staff and visitors to the school.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects allstaff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to thefull Safer Recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check..
Equal Opportunities
TKAT is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all suitablecandidates, regardless of any protected characteristic for example race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit. This includes applicationsfrom individuals wishing to work full time, part time or on a flexible basis.
Closing date:10th December 2021
Interviews: ASAP
Information about the School
King Harold is a vibrant 11-16 mixed comprehensive school where each student is valued. The school is part of the Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT), whose aims are to raise achievement and establish best teaching practices as an “Accredited Schools Group”.