Job Description
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Do you want to work in an environment where your professional growth is as important as your students' progress?
Are you looking for a role where every day offers a new experiment in learning?
Do you thrive in a diverse, community-focused educational setting?
About the Role
This is a full-time Science Teacher position starting ASAP. The role involves delivering high-quality, engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the potential for Key Stage 5 involvement for the right candidate.This position is a temporary-to-permanent opportunity, allowing you to establish deep roots within a vibrant, multi-cultural secondary setting.
About the School
Located in the heart of Bradford, this Academy is a "Good" rated secondary school that prides itself on being at the heart of the community. It is a calm, orderly environment where relationships, routines, and reading are prioritised. With a diverse student body and a commitment to narrowing the attainment gap, the school provides a supportive atmosphere where staff are empowered through consistent lesson structures and world-class facilities.
Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
- An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).
- Strong references covering the last two years of employment.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
Essential Skills
- Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
- Adaptability: The ability to adjust teaching methods to meet diverse SEND and EAL needs.
- Communication: Excellent oracy and literacy skills to model standard English.
- Organisation: Strong classroom management and lesson-planning capabilities.
- Resilience: The ability to remain professional and calm under pressure.
- Collaboration: Working effectively within a large, multidisciplinary departmental team.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver Engaging Lessons: Plan and execute Science lessons that stimulate intellectual curiosity.
- Assessment & Feedback: Provide regular, constructive verbal and written feedback to guide student progress.
- Curriculum Development: Contribute to the design of an ambitious Science curriculum that revisits key concepts.
- Manage Misconceptions: Use tasks to identify and address student misunderstandings immediately.
- Behaviour Management: Maintain high expectations of behaviour using the school's established rewards and sanctions.
- Technology Integration: Utilise digital tools to enhance learning and accessibility.
- Data Analysis: Monitor student attainment data to identify and close learning gaps.
- Safeguarding: Actively promote the welfare and safety of all students in accordance with school policy.
- Parental Liaison: Communicate effectively with families regarding student achievement and well-being.
- Extracurricular Support: Contribute to the academy's enrichment program, such as STEM or ICT clubs.
What We Offer:
- A supportive, collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
- The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).
Could this be the ideal role for you?Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of a Science Teacher. xwzovoh For more information, please contact or call to speak to the secondary team.