Overview
What skills and experience we're looking for
This is an exciting opportunity to join our largest and one of the school’s most successful departments. Students achieve highly and are incredibly enthusiastic about the field of science resulting in a significant number continuing to study at least one science subject at A-level. STEM subjects are an integral part of the curriculum and we are relentless in providing exciting STEM based learning opportunities in lessons and the wider curriculum.
What the school offers its staff
We take staff wellbeing seriously at Orleans Park School. Here are just some of the great benefits for all staff:
* a commitment to the professional development of all its staff to become outstanding teachers and leaders
* regular CPD sessions
* Sixth Form in dedicated buildings and facilities
* Employee Assistance Programme – supporting staff wellbeing
* Workplace pension through Teachers Pension Scheme/Local Government Pension Scheme
* Longer school holidays compared to LEA schools, with a two-week October half term
* Free onsite gym
* Free onsite parking
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free annual flu immunisation
* Protected PPA time (Teaching Staff)
* situated on a 16-acre site close to the River Thames and the centre of Twickenham in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. The borough is home to the attractions of Richmond Park, Kew Gardens, Hampton Court Palace and Twickenham Stadium.
* easy access to central London and excellent transport links for bus, train, Underground and Overground services
* close to the M3/M4/M25 with staff parking on site
* staff travel card loans
Commitment to safeguarding
In line with the statutory guidance document Keeping Children Safe in Education (2024) the school will conduct online searches after the shortlisting process for any candidates who accept an invitation to interview. The appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including references, medical clearance and an enhanced DBS Disclosure. Orleans Park is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer interview.
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