Teacher of Science Brecon, Wales
Job description
Dear Candidate,
Teacher of Science vacancy (all specialisms)
(A recruitment and retention can be available for an exceptional candidate)
Are you an excellent and innovative Teacher of Science who can bring the ‘spark’ into the laboratory?
Do you want to deliver authentic and exciting learning opportunities that allow pupils to make strong progress?
Are you passionate about Science?
Are you eager to learn and ensure that your practice is rooted in research and strong pedagogy?
If the answer to these questions is yes, then Gwernyfed High School is the place for you!
We are seeking to appoint a highly effective, energetic and committed Science Teacher to join our Science department. The start date can be 01 September 2023 or 01 January 2024 depending on notice requirements. This is a full-time permanent position.
Gwernyfed High School is an English-medium mixed 11-18 comprehensive school with a sixth form. It is situated in the beautiful Bannau Brycheiniog National Park. 1 hour from Cardiff, Bridgend and Hereford and within 30 minutes of Abergavenny, Brecon and the Heads of the Valleys.
We are a rapidly improving school with high aspirations and expectations for all.
Pupils’ wellbeing and progress is at the heart of everything we aim to do and our school offers excellent standards of care for all. We are an inclusive school, and every member of our school community is valued.
We expect the best from ourselves and that leads us to achieve overall success in a variety of areas. Whether pupils are more able and talented, gifted at sports or the arts, or have additional needs, we commit to ensuring the best possible learning journey for each individual, building their capacity to become skilled, life-long learners who are socially aware, healthy, active citizens.
Staff wellbeing is important to us. We run a staff wellbeing group which all staff are welcome to attend. We want all our staff to be happy and have fun whilst at work – and outside of work!
We are a sociable bunch and often organise social activities outside of school.
Interested candidates should complete the Powys County Council Teacher application form.
Please pay particular attention to the person specification as this will form the basis for shortlisting.
CV’s will not be accepted.
May I take this opportunity to thank you for your application and wish you good luck.
Best Wishes,
Kirsty Retallick
Headteacher
