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Teacher of Science
The Telford Park School
Source: UK Teaching Vacancies API · original listing ↗
Posted 3 days ago
About this role
Main Purpose and Principal Responsibilities • To carry out the duties of a teacher as set out in the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document (STPCD) and the Teachers’ Standards. • To deliver a broad, balanced, ambitious and appropriately adapted Science curriculum that enables all students to make strong progress. • To monitor and support the academic progress, personal development and wellbeing of students as a subject teacher and Form Tutor. • To contribute to raising standards of attainment and to the wider improvement priorities of the department and school. Teaching and Learning • Teach allocated classes in accordance with students’ educational needs, setting and reviewing classwork and independent work in line with school policy. • Plan well-sequenced lessons and contribute to schemes of learning, curriculum resources and departmental planning. • Use subject knowledge, explanation, modelling, questioning and practice effectively to secure understanding and long-term learning. • Create a purposeful and inclusive climate for learning, maintaining high expectations of conduct, effort, participation and presentation. • Adapt teaching to meet the needs of all students, including disadvantaged students and those with SEND, while maintaining ambitious expectations. • Work effectively with teaching assistants and other adults supporting students. • Contribute to enrichment, intervention and revision activities where appropriate. Assessment and Progress • Assess, record and report accurately on students’ attainment and progress in accordance with school and department policy. • Use assessment information to identify misconceptions, adapt teaching and provide timely support or challenge. • Provide clear feedback that helps students understand how to improve. • Communicate constructively with parents and carers about progress, achievement and concerns. Professional Responsibilities • Contribute to departmental improvement planning, quality assurance and collaborative curriculum development. • Participate in the Trust’s continuing professional development and performance management arrangements. • Maintain up-to-date subject knowledge, curriculum expertise and understanding of effective teaching practice. • Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute positively to the wider life and ethos of the school.