Teacher of Science, Fixed Term Post Until August 2018

November 2017

Ref: SI/DB

Teacher of Science, Fixed Term Post until August 2018.

Dear Colleague

Thank you for expressing an interest in this opportunity at such an exciting time in the development of our School. York High School is a mixed 11-16 school serving a genuinely comprehensive intake, we take pride in our commitment to making a difference to the life chances of all of our students.

The excellent facilities and committed staff have made a significant contribution in transforming the expectations of our students and the community in the last 10 years. The school had received two ‘Good’ judgements in Ofsted Inspections since its opening, however, last year York High School was placed in special measures predominantly due to the quality of teaching. Our new appointments will have a fundamental role as we start the journey back to ‘Good’ in 2020.

The school prides itself on its honesty and openness and we would strongly encourage any prospective candidate to visit the school where you will see the following:

• A new dynamic Leadership team with a track record of success, who are leading change through a commitment to high quality teaching and professional development.
• A staff body that is committed to improvement and change through supporting each other.
• An excellent Pastoral Team supporting both students and staff.
• Classes that are well ordered and behaved.
• Students that are happy, cared for and confident.

Please do not just take my word for it, please contact me on 01904 555500 or email d.becton@yorkhighschool to arrange a visit to the school. York High School is a very special place to work where you will get the chance to make a significant difference in our pupils lives.

Applications should be made through the recruitment page of our website

Please note: Application by CV will not be accepted.

The closing date and time for applications will be 12th October at midnight.

I look forward to receiving your application.

Yours sincerely

Rod sims

Head of School

SAFEGUARDING YOUNG PEOPLE

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people is a key priority at YorkHigh School.

We have robust Child Protection and Safeguarding Policies and all staff receive training relevant to their role in line with the policy at induction, and throughout their employment at the school.

Declaration of Criminal Records, Convictions and Cautions

The post you are applying for involves regular care for, training, supervision or contact with those under the age of 18 years and is, therefore, exempt from the Rehabilitation

ofOffenders Act. This means you must discloseinformation about any spent or

unspent convictions when completing the Declaration of Criminal Records,

Convictions and Cautions attached to the Job Application included in the pack.

You must also provide information about cautions, no matter how long ago they occurred and regardless of whether the offences were committed as an adult or juvenile.

Failure to complete and sign the Declaration of Criminal Records, Convictions and Cautions declaration attached to the enclosed City of York application, will invalidate your application for this post.

References

In relation to this appointment process you should be aware your referees will be asked, “Are you aware of any Child Protection allegations or issues of a similar nature in relation to this person? If so please provide details.”

Personal Identification

If you are shortlisted for interview, you will be asked to present original documentation which confirms your identity, address and any relevant qualifications for this post, when you attend for interview. The authenticity of these documents will be verified by our HR Manager and photocopied as evidential confirmation of your identity.

DBS Enhanced Clearance

All appointments to YorkHigh School are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Clearance (On 1 December 2012, the Criminal Records Bureau merged with the IndependentSafeguarding Authority (ISA) to become the Disclosure and Barring Service)

You will be asked to complete a DBS Disclosure Application Form if you are successful in your application; Enhanced clearance is a prerequisite for employment.

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT YORK HIGH SCHOOL

York High School is an 11-16 mixed comprehensive school of approximately 800 pupils which opened in September 2007. In January 2009, we moved to our site on Cornlands Road where we are housed in an £18 million school and leisure facility fit for purpose in the 21st century.

As a community school, we work in partnership with the local authority,ensuring our school andbuildingsare at the heart of its community. We have excellent sports facilities on site including climbing centre, fitness suite, dance studio, sports hall and all weather pitch, as well as our 6 lane swimming, learner and hydrotherapy pools.Our drama and recording studios, well-appointed classrooms, modern learning resource centre, excellent ICT facilities, café style catering amenity, and central atrium offer our pupils the very best environment in which to learn and develop as individuals and as a school community.

York High School is committed to using international links to raise aspirations and broaden the experiences of young people. We have links with schools in Tanzania, Uganda and Holland,and we used the 2012 Olympics to become the lead school in York for the International Inspirations Programmes. This year we are supporting residential trips to France, Belgium and Spain. We want our pupils to understand, and experience first-hand, the importance of our global community and the contribution they can make as citizens in a rapidly changing world.

Our schoolissituated on the west side of the historic city of York and is part of the City of York Local Authority which is small but very successful. Schools across the city work together in community and learning partnerships. We work closely with our partner primary schools in the West of the City.

Post: / Teacher of Science at YHS
Responsible to: / Subject Leader

The professional duties of all classroom teachers are set out in the current Teachers Pay and Conditions Document and the National Standards for Teaching (published May 2012, revised June 2013) as summarised below.

Teachers make the education of their pupils their first concern, and are accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct. Teachers act with honesty and integrity; have strong subject knowledge, keep their knowledge and skills as teachers up to date and are self-critical; forge positive professional relationships; and work with parents in the best interests of their pupils.

All Classroom Teachers are expected to:

1)Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils:
2)Promote good progress and outcomes for all pupils.
3)Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge.
4)Plan and teach well structured lessons.
5)Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils.
6)Make accurate and productive use of assessment.
7)Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment.
8)Fulfil wider professional responsibilities.
9)Demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct.
Full documentation is available to view at:
The National Standards for Teaching (published May 2012, revised June 2013)

Person Specification

Post: / Teacher of Science at YHS

Essential Qualities for All Posts at York High School:

Integrity

Honesty

A capacity for hard work

Commitment to high standards

Flexibility

Sense of humour

Determination

Optimism

Creativity

Qualities Specific to this Post

Essential:

An ‘Outstanding’ classroom teacher or the potential to become one.

A good degree in the curricular area.

Strong subject knowledge of the curricular area.

Ability to inspire, motivate and challenge young people.

Concern for young people and their families.

Ability to self-evaluate.

A clear understanding of how adults other than teachers contribute to the raising of standards.

Committed to fulfilling wider professional responsibilities.

Committed to working in full accordance with the National Standards for Teachers (published May 2012, revised June 2013).

YHS Science Department

Team and Roles

The Science Team at York High School currently consists of 7 members of staff including the Subject and Assistant Subject Leaders with specific curricular responsibilities, 5 teaching colleagues a Technician and an Apprentice.

Our Vision

As members of the Science Team at York High School, we work together towards our shared team goals. We are committed to:

1)Delivering good teaching and learning.

2)Promoting high standards of behaviour and rewarding pupils for their positive efforts.

3)Communicating in an effective way with young people, team members, other colleagues and parents/carers.

4)Contributing to the personal development of all the young people we teach.

5)Delivering teaching and learning which is inclusive and inspiring of all learners.

6)Working as a team and supporting one another.

7)Ensuring the success of our school.

Buildings and Resources

Within the Department we have 2 Prep Rooms, a shared Science staff Room and 7 Teaching Labs all with Interactive Whiteboards, 2 of which are joined by partition, to accommodate combined work for larger groups. The team are housed across 2 floors of the building with Science rooms clustered together in order to ensure team members are fully supported in their roles. The departmentis well resourced with a considerable range of textbooks, a substantial media library, a wide range of software and access to a wide variety of online teaching and learning resources. We also have an excellent Learning Resource Centre which supports the teaching and learning of all pupils.

Curriculum

At KS3 all pupils are setted, based on KS2 results and teacher assessments. Setsare reviewed on a regular basis. At the end of KS3, pupils will be placed into GCSE sets according to their end of KS3 results.

At KS4, all pupils are entered for GCSE Science.

CPD Opportunities

The Science Team is committed to CPD and all efforts will be made to support the successful candidate in his/her personal professional development. Team members will be encouraged to discuss personal CPD needs as part of the Appraisal Process.

Inspiring People – Achieving Excellence

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York High School, Cornlands Road, York, YO24 3WZ

Headteacher: Mr Rod Sims | Tel:(01904) 555500 | Email: | Website: