Science Teacher (Maternity Cover 1 Year)
DAVISON C.E. HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS
TEACHER OF SCIENCE (1 FTE) – 1 YEAR MATERNITY COVER
to teach girls of all abilities across the 11 – 16 age range
Required for September 2025
Davison CE High School for Girls is a successful 11-16 school. Our most recent full OfSTED report, In July 2024, resulted in the school being categorised as ‘Outstanding’ across all areas of inspection. We are really proud to have achieved this recognition and comments such as:
‘Davison School provides an exceptional education for its pupils.’
‘Pupils love of learning is evident through their confident attitudes and commendable behaviour.’
In addition to this, our even more recent Section 48 SIAMS inspection report (November 2024) described our school as follows:
‘Davison Church of England High School for Girls is an exceptionally good example of an effective Church school. This is because leaders at all levels are determined that the school is driven by its deeply embedded Christian vision. As a result, students and adults are enabled to fulfil their potential and thrive in this caring and nurturing environment.’
We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic colleague who can demonstrate their ability as an excellent classroom practitioner to join our exciting and forward-thinking Science department.
We invite applications from ECTs starting their career and experienced teachers of Science, who may view this exciting opportunity as an ideal position for career progression, working with a dedicated and supportive team.
Davison CE High School for Girls is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.
The successful candidate will be confident in using their knowledge and expertise to monitor progress, give regular feedback and encourage our students to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and are described as having ‘exemplary’ behaviour in our most recent OFSTED inspection.
We require a Science specialist who:
- has a passion for science and is able to make lessons relevant and fun
- is eager to learn, develop and push the boundaries of science teaching
- is able to enthuse and engage students
- possesses excellent ICT skills
- is committed to enrichment/extra-curricular activities
We are a school, which sets high standards for both students and staff. We would offer the successful applicant:
- a comprehensive individual CPD programme
- excellent ICT facilities and resources
- confident, resilient, welcoming students
- a very supportive staff – full of fun and enthusiasm
- an on-site term time nursery with very competitive rates
- Employee Assistance Programme & Schools Advisory Service
- Social and wellbeing activities
Davison CE High School for Girls is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory reference and DBS check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
Potential candidates are warmly invited to contact the school for an informal discussion, at any point before the closing date. If you think you may be interested in submitting an application but would like to know more, please contact Chris Hallworth, our Subject Leader of Science in the first instance: c.hallworth@davisonhigh.school or on the telephone number below.
All applications must be submitted on a WSCC Teaching Staff Application Form which can be found on our school website: https://www.davison.w-sussex.sch.uk/
Please send your application to Mr Chris Keating, Headteacher, Davison CE High School, Selborne Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 2JX. Tel: 01903 233835. Email: hr@davisonhigh.school
Closing date for applications: 9am Friday 21st February 2025Interview date: Thursday 27th February 2025
The school reserves the right to appoint at any time during the recruitment process