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Governors are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, inspirational and highly motivated teacher to join our successful Science department to teach across the ability range at KS3 and KS4 in the subject of your specialism.
The successful candidate will be working in a team of 6 dedicated staff in a very motivating, forward-thinking environment. Our Science department consists of 7 fully equipped laboratories plus one demonstration room.
We welcome applications from Newly Qualified Teachers and experienced teachers who have a passion for education, and from applicants with the drive and commitment to deliver outstanding learning. In addition, applicants must:
•Be a qualified teacher;
•Have excellent oral and written communication skills;
•Be able to plan and deliver a creative and stimulating curriculum; and
•Have excellent classroom management skills with high expectations for achievements and behaviour.
You will work in a supportive and enthusiastic department that inspires both learners and colleagues to reach their full potential.
Our school is a ‘We Invest In Wellbeing’ Investors in People Gold Award holder, and is committed to creating a supportive working environment where staff wellbeing and professional development is prioritised. Our family friendly policies include access to flexible working arrangements and opportunities to work from home. The school operates an extensive Professional Learning Programme which is incorporated into the timetable for an additional period per fortnight for all teaching staff, and is piloting a work from home approach which allows teaching staff to be off site for approximately 20% of their non contact time. Staff also benefit from access to our on site fitness suite.
Governors and staff have very high expectations of what can be achieved in our school and we want talented individuals to join us to translate these expectations and aspirations into reality.
Islwyn High School is situated near Blackwood in Gwent. The school was purpose built in 2017 comprising a single three storey building. It’s modern design includes state of the art facilities for subjects such as Science and Technology, a full size sports hall, performance hall and music suite, as well as a floodlit 4G sports pitch and fitness suite. IT and audio visual facilities available in all classrooms reflect significant investment in the teaching and learning environment for our pupils.
Closing date for applications: - 9am Tuesday 23rd June 2026
Safeguarding Statement
Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Islwyn High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community irrespective of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion or age.