Teacher of Engineering - Full-time

Pay: MPS/UPS depending on experience Start Date: September 2020 Due to the continuing development and expansion of this ‘outstanding’ School (OFSTED July 2015), we are looking to appoint an experienced Teacher of Engineering to join our highly successful and very popular Science department. We are interested in someone who will contribute positively to the full range of teaching in this 11 – 18 selective school. We seek: A qualified Teacher of Engineering able to teach all areas of the curriculum at AQA GCSE level An outstanding classroom practitioner who is flexible, enthusiastic and innovative Excellent subject knowledge and a rigorous approach to assessment and learning A committed team-member who will be willing to contribute to the wide school activities We will consider NQT's for this post We offer: Enthusiastic and highly able students who “attain very high standards and make excellent progress” (OFSTED) A well-resourced department fully staffed by qualified subject specialists Supportive and enthusiastic colleagues, and a positive working environment A strong relationship with the local community with fast links to London and Europe Potential for on-site accommodation Closing Date: 20/04/2020 at 23:45 Interviews: To be confirmed Information about the school Gravesend Grammar School is an 11-18 selective boys grammar school with girls admitted to the Sixth Form. The most recent Ofsted Inspection (June 2015) judged the School as ‘Outstanding’. We became an Academy on 1st August 2011 as part of The Decus Educational Trust (TDET). We have a committed staff who provide opportunity and challenge in a caring environment and strive to ensure the students achieve the very best they can at all times. We also have strong working partnerships with parents, governors and the community. The School has benefited from many improvements in recent years including the addition of new buildings. The local train station is a short walk from the School and Ebbsfleet International train station is only a 10 minute drive. This post is subject to pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check, reference checks and proof of right to work in the UK. TDET is an equal opportunities employer. Gravesend Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our School and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service. KTJ1