Woodmansterne School and Sixth Form is set within a diverse and vibrant community.

As a school we benefit from a rich variety of cultures and traditions which form the bedrock of our inclusive ethos.

We are looking to employ exceptional staff who share our values and determination to provide Woodmansterne School and Sixth Form pupils with a first-class education that enables them to thrive and succeed in their learning and life.

We are looking for an excellent Teacher of Science (Biology) with:

• very high expectations of what can be achieved
• a proven track record in raising pupil attainment (particularly in Biology)
• experience at teaching KS5 (preferable)
• an understanding of how children learn and the complexities of this process
• the aspiration to work with young people, colleagues and parents
• the skills to work successfully as a team member establishing effective working relationships and flexible working practices
• experience of following direction and working in collaboration with colleagues, parents, pupils and the school community
• strong interpersonal skills
• a creative and innovative approach to school improvement
• the ability lead on the educational progress, achievement and enrichment experience trips, rewards and clubs)

Why should you come and work for us?

• We have fantastic children and families (many schools say that, but we really do)
• We have amazing new buildings (1 which is award winning) with two fantastic libraries, dedicated ICT suites, specialist food rooms, science labs, music provision and well-resourced, ICT rich learning spaces and a huge playing field
• Half-price wrap around care if your child/ren attend Play Professionals after school club provision (either at Woodmansterne or another school)
• Our exciting, enriched, curriculum is pupil-centred aimed at capturing every child’s full learning potential
• We are committed to staff well-being and have a well-being committee who arrange book clubs, get-togethers, well-being INSETs, exercise classes and well-being activities, as well as working closely with leaders to improve staff well-being
• A commitment to personalised professional development and opportunities for career growth
• We have a cohesive, friendly, highly-skilled and passionate staff body, who are completely committed to Woodmansterne’s values and ethos
• Access to Cyclescheme
• Free refreshments (tea, coffee and sugar) in our wonderful spacious staffrooms and work areas
• Delicious food cooked by our Chefs in Schools team at affordable prices
• The uniqueness of our all-through provision means exciting opportunities for cross-phase collaboration between primary and secondary
• We have strong partnerships with families, the local community, other Lambeth schools and Teaching Alliances

We expect that all Woodmansterne children leave us imbued with the confidence, resilience and skills needed to prepare them for a successful and happy future.

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