Subject Tutor Physics

Location: Farnborough, Hampshire

Working Pattern: We are looking to recruit a full time teacher but will consider applications for full time/part time patterns or job shares.

Start date: 29th August 2023

We are looking for a passionate Physics Tutor to join the high achieving department. The ideal candidate will be able to deliver inspiring lessons, bring knowledge and experience to the curriculum, and have a desire to teach beyond the specification, believing every student can succeed. Appreciation that the commitment to delivering outstanding educational and outcome goes beyond the classroom

All staff within the Trust need to have a commitment to professional development, an enthusiasm for team work and a passion for improvement.

While a teaching qualification is desirable, we will consider applications from non- qualified graduates. Graduates looking to start a career in teaching at the Sixth Form College will be allocated a reduced timetable with comprehensive support and mentoring. Future opportunities to obtain a teacher qualification will be considered.

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Physics department:

As a department we have a very strong emphasis on collaboration. We work from shared resources, set the same homeworks and use the same assessment materials. As well as a positive effect on workload this also encourages us to discuss different approaches and work as a team when things are busy. We would value the perspective a new member of staff could add to what we do.

We look to intelligently manage workload, using shared assessment methods that work to the benefit of our students whilst using teacher time efficiently. We are lucky to teach able and pleasant students, who are very enthusiastic: we have student-led Physics and Engineering Societies. We are a growing department - our cohort size is set to grow significantly next year - meaning more students will enjoy and benefit from studying A-level Physics and where it can lead subsequently.

We all get on and work well together. We are each lucky enough to have four other experienced, specialist Physics teachers to turn to for advice, and to discuss ideas with.

Key department information:

• Cohort Size: 214 first years, 156 second years.
• Number of Staff: 5 physics teachers and 2 technicians
• Management Structure: Senior Curriculum Manager supported by a Curriculum Manager
• Exam board specification: AQA A Physics A-level
• Department facilities:
• Dedicated Physics Prep Room, where technicians and teachers share the same space, plus four dedicated physics laboratories.
• Very well equipped department, for example having recently invested in a large number of Bluetooth enabled data loggers.
• Skilled technicians capable of repairing and making bespoke equipment.

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Day to Day Expectations of a Teacher

A full time teacher will have 22.5 hours per week contact with students, split over 5 Teaching groups (15 periods ) with 5 additional periods for preparation & marking.

On a Tuesday all staff are expected to attend a briefing at 8.40am and departmental meetings / all staff staff CPD after college, finishing at 5.20pm.

Throughout the year there are a number of whole college events, (open evenings, parent evenings, Interview day, enrollment) at which attendance is required.

Common resources are shared within departments and there are regular opportunities for professional development, delivering extracurricular student clubs and wellbeing / social activities.

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Learning and Teaching Expectations of a Teacher

• Develop skilled and effective teachers to implement our pedagogic priorities and deliver outstanding education and outcomes for all of our learners
• Improve progression opportunities for all our learners, raising aspirations and smoothing transition cliff edges
• Embed a culture of collaborative working and sharing good practice across all Trust academies
• Develop an innovative, inspirational workforce with outstanding opportunities for career progression

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How do we support you:

As a new member of staff you will receive plenty of support from your colleagues both from the department and from the wider college community. This will include:

• a mentor to help you through the first year (in particular);
• support from your curriculum manager and director of faculty; and
• an extensive programme for all new staff to help induct you into College life as well as to develop your approach to teaching

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How to Apply:

If you would like to have a further discussion before applying for this role please contact the HR team on team_HR@prospecttrust.org.uk.

Please complete the attached application form and equality monitoring form and email all completed applications to recruitment@prospecttrust.org.uk by 9am 15th May 2023.

Early applications are encouraged, as the Trust may at its discretion elect to both interview and select candidates before the advertised closing date.

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Other Information:

The Prospect Trust takes the control and processing of employee data very seriously and is committed to acting in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation; please read the attached applicant privacy notice which explains how your data is processed.

Prior to the interview, an online search will be conducted by HR, to identify any past or current incidents or issues that might affect your suitability to work with children and undertake this role. Please note this online search will be carried out only on publicly available information and be limited to issues relating to your suitability to work with children and/or in an educational environment. Issues that arise will not automatically be a bar to your employment at the Trust but may be discussed with you at interview. This is in line with statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified applicants, however all disabled applicants who meet our minimum criteria will be invited for an interview.

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The Prospect Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people within our care and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The job description fully sets out the safeguarding responsibilities of the post. Any future offer of employment remains subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS clearance, a health check and references.

Downloads

• Applicant Privacy Notice

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• Child Protection Policy

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• Equality Monitoring Form

  (MS Word 2007+)

• Safer Recruitment Policy

  (Adobe PDF)

• Subject Tutor Job Description

  (Adobe PDF)

• Subject Tutor Physics Application Form

  (MS Word 2007+)