Specialist Humanities College
Learning to shape the future
Headteacher: Mrs J S Holland MA
TEACHER OF SCIENCE (PHYSICS AN ADVANTAGE)
REQUIRED FROM SEPTEMBER 2013
GENERAL INFORMATION
Upton-by-Chester High School is an 11-18 mixed high school with approximately 1624 on
roll, 294 in the 6th form. It serves the northern side of Chester and the outlying villages.
There are 10 forms of entry and the school is oversubscribed. Upton is a specialist
Humanities College. A feature of the vision is the expansion of international work and the
school holds the full British Council International Award. There are currently links with India,
Russia, Gambia, Turkey as well as many European countries.
OUR MISSION
Learning to shape the future
As Upton students, we will;
Act in ways that are environmentally, economically and morally responsible
Develop skills that are entrepreneurial, technological and transferable
Adopt values that are ethical, inclusive and global
Believe in our Power to make a difference
Think creatively, critically and with vision
We will ADAPT to the demands of a rapidly changing world
Our curriculum is designed to provide a broad and balanced programme of learning which is
matched to the ability, aptitude and aspirations of each individual student and which meets
with National Curriculum requirements. It is reviewed annually.
In addition to the formal curriculum we offer a broad range of additional opportunities and
educational visits and have thriving links with industry and community partners. Music,
Drama and Dance are great strengths in the school and students enjoy many extra-curricular
performance opportunities. Sporting achievements are outstanding. The school has
launched a student-led newspaper of a professional standard.
Since September 2011 we have implemented a Hall system of pastoral care. The school is
split into five groups with two forms from each year group. Care for the students within their
hall is provided by the Head of Hall, Assistant Head of Hall, 10 tutors and a number of hall
mentors who provide one-to-one support sessions for students who need extra guidance. In
addition there is a culture of older students looking after the younger ones within their hall
and there are activities and competitions so that everyone can get involved.
Upton-by-Chester High School operates the Cheshire West and Chester Council “No
Smoking” Policy.
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Upton-by-Chester High School, St James’s Avenue, Upton, Chester CH2 1NN
Tel: 01244 981240 Fax: 01244 981248
E-Mail: uptonbychesterhighadmin@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk
SCIENCE DEPARTMENT
At present the Department comprises of the following staff:
Head of Department Esther Bradbury
Head of Physics
Ceri George
Head of Chemistry
Emma Morrow
Head of Biology
Keryl Woodward
Senior Science Technician
Karen Campbell
Science Technicians
Lesley Blackwell
Brian Stevenson
Alison Wrigglesworth
Martin Bell
Andrew Caine
Misbah Chaudhry
Gillan Hale
Jenny de Costa (Maternity)
Mary Kamaluddin
Simon Langton
Rod McGregor
Susan Risi
Mathew Rutter
Nigel Skilling
Matthew Warwick
The Science Department consists of sixteen teachers, who are supported by a team of 4
specialist laboratory technicians. Science is an established subject within the school and
very popular at A-level.
In years 7 and 8 Science is currently delivered through a two year scheme of work. There
are twelve teaching groups, six in each half-year. Students are set by ability into three broad
bands, with two groups in each band. In year 9 students are taught by subject specialists
and they opt for the Science course they wish to study at GCSE. In Year 9 GCSE courses
commence in January each year. Throughout Key Stage 3, Science curriculum time is 6
hours per fortnight.
In years 10 and 11 the Department currently follows AQA and Edexcel GCSE courses with
all lessons being taught by subject specialists. All Key stage 4 groups study Science for 9
hours per fortnight The GCSE courses that the Science department deliver are; Triple
Separate Science, Triple Further Science, Dual Award Science and Btec Science.
The Science department consistently achieve high results at GCSE and A Level, with the A*
- C at GCSE (Triple Science) in 2012 demonstrating this (Physics 95%, Biology 100%,
Chemistry 98%). We require a well qualified Science teacher to teach Science in years 7
and 8 and Physics in year 9, at GCSE and at Advanced level. The successful candidate
must have:
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The personality to inspire students
Enthusiasm in encouraging students to make progress in lessons and in meeting
their full potential
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Upton-by-Chester High School, St James’s Avenue, Upton, Chester CH2 1NN
Tel: 01244 981240 Fax: 01244 981248
E-Mail: uptonbychesterhighadmin@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk
In addition, we are looking for a committed, organised teacher to join our Science team.
Candidates are invited to describe how they would interpret the above opportunities and add
any further information which they consider relevant in support of their application.
You must complete the Cheshire West and Chester Council application form.
Completed application forms should be returned to:The Headteacher
Upton-by-Chester High School
St. James Avenue
Chester
CH2 1NN
Closing date: Tuesday 4th June 2013
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Upton-by-Chester High School, St James’s Avenue, Upton, Chester CH2 1NN
Tel: 01244 981240 Fax: 01244 981248
E-Mail: uptonbychesterhighadmin@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk