Teacher of Science

Responsible to: Head of Science/Deputy Head of Science

Salary: CST Main Pay Scale M1 - M6 (£30,000 - £41,333)

UP1 - 3 (£43,266 - £46,525) can be considered for a strong candidate

Working Pattern: Full Time or Part-time. There are two roles available one full time and one part-time at least 0.5FTE

Start Date: 1st September 2024

Our mission at Bristol Cathedral Choir School is to harness the power of our community, so that we all learn, grow and develop into the best versions of ourselves. This is because at BCCS we are: Gathered together, that all may thrive. We do this by living out our three core values in all that we say and do. These are: Kindness, Courage and Hope.

Applications are invited from charismatic, enthusiastic and suitably qualified teachers for this exciting, and rewarding post within our Science department. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, as we seek to ensure our staff body reflects the diversity of our student population. The postholder will be expected to teach KS3-4 Science and will need to have the ability to teach, or the desire to learn how to teach either Biology or Physics at KS5. We welcome applications from newly qualified and experienced teachers.

Bristol Cathedral Choir School is an academy that specialises in Music. The academy became part of the Cathedral Schools Trust (a Multi Academy Trust) in 2016. It serves students from all over Bristol and welcomes those of all faiths and none. We are proud of our diverse, tolerant and respectful community, which reflects Bristol’s demographic.

BCCS is a special place, dedicated to meeting the needs and aspirations of all our students. We are rich in history, but forward looking. Academic and committed to educating the whole child. Unashamedly values driven, with passionate, talented and enthusiastic staff and governors, united by our mission to be ‘Gathered together, that all may thrive’. A school in the heart of Bristol, for all of Bristol. For those who share our values and beliefs, this is an exciting time to join us in our journey to transform lives through education.

The Science Department

The sciences are very successful at BCCS, both in regard to uptake at A level (AQA) and external examination results. The Science team is made up of well-qualified, friendly, committed, subject specialists, who enjoy working collaboratively. The school values practical work in science education; the department is well supported by three highly skilled and experienced technicians.

In Years 7 and 8 students are taught seven hours of Science a fortnight as a combined subject. From Year 9, students begin studying the GCSE course. A large number of students in KS4 study Separate Science GCSEs (AQA). Other students study GCSE Combined Science Trilogy (AQA).

Method of application

To apply please use the online application form.

Please include a letter of application in the online supporting statement section of your application.

Further information about the school can be found on our website.

Informal enquiries may be made to the HR Administrator, Daisy Jenkinson, djenkinson(at)bristolcathedral.org.uk.

Closing date: Sunday 5th May at midnight

Interviews for shortlisted applicants to take place shortly after the closing date.

Please read further documents for further details about the role including the job description and person specification.

Please note that we will only consider applications through iTrent and will not consider CVs. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The post is subject to satisfactory completion of all vetting checks including the provision of two strong references and an enhanced DBS check.

At Bristol Cathedral Choir School we recognise the strength in diversity. Our school has a wide range of cultural, socio economic and religious influences and we use this to ensure that we broaden our understanding of each other and the world.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. The trust is proud to serve a diverse student population and their communities. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Due to the high levels of applications for roles at BCCS, we are unable to register receipt of applications. Candidates will be contacted if they are successfully shortlisted for an interview. If you have not heard from us by the interview date, unfortunately you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

We reserve the right to appoint before the deadline for an exceptional candidate.