Teacher of Science (Biology or Chemistry specialism preferred)
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Start date September 2025.
We are seeking to appoint a teacher of Science (Biology or Chemistry specialism preferred) to join our team from September 2025 on a full-time permanent basis.
Allestree Woodlands School is a popular and successful 11-18 school, providing high quality education for 1420 students (200+ in the sixth form). The school is situated on the northern edge of the city of Derby in a very pleasant setting overlooking the Kedleston Hall National Trust estate. We work as a great team together and are committed to the continuing professional development of all colleagues.
The successful candidate will join our ambitious and improving Science Faculty which comprises Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Environmental Science. Success at GCSE is good, as is uptake into A level, with usually at least two classes per subject specialism normally entering Year 12. Many of our students go on to study science related degrees. Our aspiration is for the provision of A level to continue to grow as our results continue to improve. We are also proud of our track record in extracurricular activities (such as rocket club, the Chemistry and Physics Olympiads etc).
We offer a warm and friendly school where teachers and students have positive working relationships. All our staff benefit from Health and Wellbeing services including GP access, physiotherapy, counselling and menopause support. ECTs are well supported by highly effective mentors and would be encouraged to apply.
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If this appeals to you and you would like to lead in a caring and supportive school that believes that people are our most important resource, then we would love to hear from you. Visits prior to application are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting Kate Challands k.challands@woodlands.derby.sch.uk.
The successful applicant will join a committed, collaborative, forward thinking and successful team. The school offers a personally and professionally supportive environment.
Closing date for applications is 9:00am Tuesday 20th May with interviews provisionally planned to take place on Wednesday 21st May 2025.
Please send your completed application to k.challands@woodlands.derby.sch.uk . An email will be sent to confirm receipt.
Allestree Woodlands School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and all appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out for shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.
