We are looking to appoint a talented and highly skilled Teacher of Science to join our popular and successful team here at Penkridge Middle School from September 2024. The ideal candidate will have a range of skills and experiences that they can bring to our school to complement our current talented team of teachers. You will teach Science across the school from years 5-8, delivering outstanding lessons and working as part of a team on curriculum development initiatives within the department. You will be joining our friendly and forward-thinking school at a very exciting time; a school that genuinely values the well-being of all and one that is committed to supporting your ongoing professional development. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to develop a strong understanding of the journey from KS2 to KS3 and beyond, working alongside experienced primary, middle and secondary teachers. Applications are welcomed from enthusiastic, and qualified Teachers; we are looking for someone who has a real passion for Science and their teaching and can demonstrate excellent subject knowledge. This role could suit an ambitious, early career teacher (ECT) or an established practitioner seeking a new and exciting challenge. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a truly collaborative environment, where they will be encouraged to share ideas and work closely with colleagues to develop engaging and inspiring lessons. Visits to the school are welcomed. Please contact Amy Griffiths (Office Manager) via email a-griffithspenkvalley.co.uk or by telephone on 01785 413400 to arrange a call or visit. The successful candidate will: Be able to inspire, enthuse and motivate students to ensure that they achieve their full potential Be a passionate teacher who contributes effectively to whole school improvement Be able and willing to make a full contribution to the life of the school Have high expectations of themselves and others Be a good communicator with excellent interpersonal skills Be flexible and a good team player In return we offer: The opportunity to progress your career with our tailored ECT/professional development programme Enthusiastic and engaged students and a culture of high aspirations A dedicated faculty that work collaboratively Being part of Penk Valley Academy Trust: Penk Valley Academy Trust is the local academy Trust for the following schools: Marshbrook First School, Princefield First School, St John’s First School, St Mary & St Chad CE First School, Penkridge Middle School, Wolgarston High School and The Rural Enterprise Academy. The Trust’s vision and ethos is encapsulated in our motto ‘Learning Together’. Our main aim is to work collaboratively and take collective responsibility for ensuring that every child and young person in our Trust receives an excellent education, achieves high outcomes and realises their potential. All members of staff work incredibly hard to provide the very best education for every child in our care. Employee benefits Access to first class CPD opportunities Genuine opportunities for career progression - with 7 schools within the academy Professional assistance - you will have access to an Employee Assistance Programme Pension - automatic enrolment into Teachers Pension Scheme Discounted gym memberships Cycle to Work Scheme Free will writing service The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and responsibility. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. All staff working in the School during the school day will have contact with children and will therefore be in regulated activity. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.