We are looking to recruit an exceptional candidate to the post of teacher of science on a fixed term part time contract (0.6 Mon-Thu-Fri) from 1st Jan 2027 – 31st August 2027.
Science is taught as separate subjects (Physics, Chemistry and Biology) throughout KS3 and KS4 with many pupils studying triple science at Key stage 4. The successful candidate will be expected to deliver high quality teaching at KS3 and KS4.
Qualifications
ESSENTIAL
- First Degree or equivalent in a science subject (AF)
- QTS (AF)
DESIRABLE
- Recent relevant educational training (AF, I)
Experience
ESSENTIAL
Teaching science at KS3 and KS4 (AF)
- Form tutor experience (AF, I)
DESIRABLE
- Experience in more than one school (AF)
- Contribution to raising standards (AF, I)
- Coordination of extracurricular activities (AF, I)
- Dealing with parents (AF, I)
Knowledge and Understanding
ESSENTIAL
Up-to-date subject knowledge (AF, I, R)
- Curriculum, teaching strategies and assessment methods for science (AF, I, R)
- Outstanding teaching and learning – what it looks like (AF, I, R)
DESIRABLE
- Current educational initiatives (AF, I, R)
Abilities and Skills
ESSENTIAL
- Excellent literacy skills (AF, I, R)
- Excellent ICT skills (AF, I, R)
- Ability to teach outstanding lessons (I, R)
- Strong behaviour management (I, R)
- Ability to communicate effectively with pupils, parents, staff, governors and external agencies (I, R)
- Ability to inspire, challenge, motivate and empower others (I, R)
- Ability to think creatively to anticipate and solve problems (I, R)
- Ability to work under pressure, maintaining a sense of perspective (I, R)
- Ability to manage own time effectively (I, R)
- Excellent communication skills (I, R)
DESIRABLE
- Ability and willingness to teach a second subject (AF, I, R)
- Ability to initiate and develop ideas (I, R)
Personal Attributes
ESSENTIAL
- Resilient (I, R)
- Reliable (I, R)
- Committed (I, R)
- Honest (I, R)
- Trustworthy (I, R)
- Dedicated (I, R)
- Patient (I, R)
- Loyal (I, R)
- Good sense of humour (I, R)
- High expectations of self and others (I, R)
Other Factors
- Good attendance record (R)
- Outstanding references (R)
- A commitment to high educational standards, which maximise the achievements of all pupils (I, R)
- A commitment to equality of opportunity for all pupils (I, R)
- A belief in working in partnership and as part of an established team (I, R)
- A commitment to continuous professional development (I, R)
- A willingness to reflect upon experiences in a critical and constructive manner (I, R)
- A willingness to take on responsibility (I)
- Aspiration to become a Middle Leader within the next 5 years (I)