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Teacher of Science

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Teaching vacancies, Strood, Medway

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 9 Sep | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 1fc986d027c545f79561adc9cf9f2980

Full Job Description

Strood Academy is seeking to appoint a creative, analytical and methodical Teacher of Science to join the department from January 2025, or earlier if possible. You will be part of a vibrant, experienced, supportive science team; we believe in working collaboratively, sharing ideas and supporting each other to achieve great things and see this as the key to further developing innovative teaching and learning strategies.

The ideal candidate will be able to teach across the ability range for KS3 andKS4 and areal interest in developing teaching and learning is also important. This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher to join an academy which is committed to providing high quality professional development opportunities and support a science team on its journey to outstanding.

This is a full-time, permanent role offering MPS/UPS commensurate with experience.

What the school offers its staff

Why work at Strood Academy?

  • Our recent OFSTED inspection has confirmed that the academy continues to be judged 'Good' and is very strong in many aspects and areas. The full report can be found on our website and I would like to share a quote which reflects the culture and ambition we all have for our students.


    • 'The principal advocates a culture of high expectations, aspirations and traditional values. Leaders' high expectations are reflected in the ambitious International Baccalaureate curriculum. This provides a global perspective which encourages pupils to be inquisitive lifelong learners.

  • Centralised behaviour system and detentions - simple for teachers to follow allowing disruption-free classrooms.

  • Our commitment to the development of all staff - CPD on Wednesday afternoons and the opportunity to collaborate with staff from other schools in the LAT. Also, all staff at Strood receive regular coaching feedback through our online platform on-track.

  • Strood Academy is easily accessible by A2 and the high-speed train can allow for travel into London in less than 30 minutes.

  • We have a common sense approach to workload. All teachers are expected to feedback or live-mark. We also work closely as a Trust allowing for centralised resources to be shared across our secondary schools.


    • Commitment to safeguarding