Teacher of Chemistry with leadership responsibility
Ref: SCH-TATLP-0597 26 day(s) remainingAdditional Information
Contract Type: Permanent Hours per Week: 32.50 Weeks per Year: 52.143 Pay Grade: Teachers Main Pay Scale | M1 - M6The Role
Are you passionate about inspiring young minds through the wonders of chemistry? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where innovation and professional growth are celebrated? Join The Royal Sutton School, part of the highly regarded Arthur Terry Learning Partnership (ATLP), and play a pivotal role in shaping the future for our students and community.
The Royal Sutton School is a vibrant, inclusive secondary school located in the heart of Sutton Coldfield. With state-of-the-art facilities, including modern science laboratories and dedicated STEM resources, we are committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences that empower every student to achieve their potential.
More than just a school, we are a supportive community where staff, students, and families work together to create a culture of respect, ambition, and success. Our shared values are at the core of everything we do, and our staff are instrumental in fostering this environment.
We are seeking to appoint a qualified Teacher of Chemistry who is able to:
Deliver engaging and inspiring chemistry lessons, making the subject relevant and exciting for students.
Build confidence and resilience in learners of all abilities.
Lead and contribute to the science department’s collaborative and innovative culture.
Take on leadership responsibilities to drive departmental or whole-school improvement.
What you will need to succeed:
Be an experienced, qualified Teacher of Chemistry.
Share our passion for wanting the very best for our students and schools.
Be committed to keeping our students safe.
Be highly motivated and passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people.
Possess emotional intelligence with the ability to build strong working relationships.
What you will get in return:
Professional development through training, mentoring, and progression opportunities.
A competitive salary.
An Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits package.
Competitive pension scheme (Teachers’ Pension Scheme).
Professional Development & Wellbeing Days.
What you need to do now:
At The Royal Sutton School, we believe in creating a learning journey that inspires young minds to reach their full potential. If you are ready to share your passion for Chemistry and make a real difference, we want to hear from you!
To apply, please complete an online application form. To arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact Terri Richards, Deputy Headteacher, terri.richards@trss.bham.sch.uk or call 0121 378 1946
Closing Date: 17th January 2025 at 9.00am
*Interviews will take place as soon as suitable applications are received, we therefore reserve the right to close the advert earlier.
Qualifications
| Qualification Title | Grade | |
|---|---|---|
| Qualified Teacher Status | pass |
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Safeguarding Information
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement of the role.
We will carry out an online search about you for information that is publicly available online. This will include social media accounts you may hold. This will only be carried out on shortlisted candidates and before interview. This processing of data will be conducted under the legal basis of Article 6(e) public task in line with the guidance laid out in para 226 of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2024. Any data collected during this search will be retained in line with our retention schedule which is available on request.
Please find a link to our safeguarding policy which we would encourage you to read prior to applying to work in our organisation ATLP safeguarding and child protection policy 2024/2025
The Royal Sutton School
The Royal Sutton School
Reddicap Heath Road
Sutton Coldfield
Birmingham
B75 7DY
Terri Richards
terri.richards@trss.bham.sch.uk