Head of Physics | Oxted School, Surrey, England

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate, dedicated, motivated and innovative Head of Physics to join Oxted School. We are looking for an inspirational teacher with the ability to create a nurturing learning environment, together with a commitment to bringing out the best in every student.

To start Easter 2025 or earlier if available. You will be fully supported by the senior leadership team. Our outstanding staff and students make Oxted a great place to work. When you join us, you will be supported and developed through our extensive CPD programme and given effective PPA allocation to allow for a better work / life balance. Working in our school within The Howard Partnership Trust (THPT) provides a wealth of opportunities to include excellent career progression options. Regardless of your experience or level of responsibility you will have a range of exciting opportunities to ensure you are improving your craft.

Responsibilities

We are looking for staff who are passionate about improving students\' life chances and capable of contributing to a highly effective and supportive teaching team and our extensive enrichment programme.

About Us

Our reflective and skilled staff and wonderful students make Oxted School a rewarding and invigorating place to work. The inclusive community values mean that you will be well supported by both your colleagues and the Senior Leadership Team. We pride ourselves on the high-quality professional development and career progression opportunities available to all our colleagues, and we work hard to ensure that staff wellbeing and workload are central to our approach. Our colleagues also thrive on their commitment to our wide range of extra-curricular activities, including being one of the largest Duke of Edinburgh centres in the country.

Safeguarding and Compliance

All Adults Employed By The Trust Have A Responsibility For Data Protection And Have A Duty To Observe And Follow The Principles Of The GDPR Regulations. The Howard Partnership Trust Welcomes Applications From All, Irrespective Of Gender, Marital Status, Disability, Race, Age Or Sexual Orientation. All Applicants Must Be Able To Provide Evidence Of Their Right To Work In the UK Prior To Commencement Of Employment. As Part Of Our Need To Comply With UK Immigration Rules, You Will Be Required To Provide Home Office Stipulated Documentation Prior To Interview. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be sought for the successful candidate, and further safeguarding steps may be required in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

Benefits

• Within The Howard Partnership Trust (THPT) there are career development opportunities across a large number of partnership schools.
• Electronic Vehicle salary benefit.
• Excellent benefit package including Cycle to Work, Sainsbury\'s Loyalty Discount and access to discount schemes.
• Membership to the Teachers\' Pension Scheme.
• Rewards and benefits scheme including Loyalty and Service Awards.
• Full access to the Employee Assistance Programme.

Essential Criteria

We are a values-based organisation and seek to recruit individuals who can demonstrate our values. Our values are assessed through the selection process, so please incorporate how you meet the essential criteria for the role and demonstrate our values in your supporting statement. Our values are :

Please ensure your supporting statement reflects our Values.

Safeguarding and Further Information

The successful candidate will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Howard Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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