Chemistry Teacher

Liverpool College; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent academy in Liverpool seeks a teacher for the Science department to deliver high-quality teaching and ensure all students progress. The ideal candidate will maintain professional standards and values while supporting the moral and spiritual development of the students. No specific formal qualifications are listed, but a commitment to safeguarding the welfare of students is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective teaching and learning strategies for student progress.
• Maintain school ethos and core values inside and outside the classroom.
• Evaluate teaching and learning strategies and resources employed.
• Be accountable for students' attainment and progress.
• Ensure a duty of care to safeguard students' welfare.

Job description

Overview

About the School Liverpool College is a mixed ability 4-19 Academy of some 1660 pupils. The College is situated on a leafy 28-acre campus located in the Mossley Hill area of Liverpool adjacent to Sefton Park. The College was founded in 1840 and became an all-through academy for pupils aged 4 to 19 years old in September 2013. The College also offers state boarding provision. It has been described as one of the most over-subscribed schools in the North of England. Liverpool College is a diverse, multi-faith inclusive school drawing pupils and staff from every community in the Merseyside region. The College is guided by its motto: Not Only the Intellect but also Character. The mission focuses on the education of the whole child (Purpose, Passion and Challenge) and Learning with Character. Liverpool College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and is an equal opportunities employer. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed, with an aim to have a workforce representative of the school community. This description presents the School’s values and context; for more information see https://www.liverpoolcollege.org.uk.

Liverpool College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. The successful applicant will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

At Liverpool College, we pride ourselves on being an inclusive workplace. We champion equality, anti-racism, diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, has a sense of belonging and is empowered to be their best.

Role Overview

To work as part of the Science team and science faculty to deliver high quality teaching in order for all students to make good progress in school. Working under the direction of The Head of Science, the teacher has the following responsibilities:

Responsibilities

• To provide effective teaching and learning strategies that allows all children to progress.
• Maintain the positive ethos and core values of the school, both inside and outside the classroom.
• To support school policy.
• To evaluate the teaching and learning strategies and resources deployed.
• To be accountable for students' attainment, achievement and progress in the classes taught.
• To ensure a duty of care at all times to safeguard and promote the welfare of all students.
• To contribute to the moral and spiritual development of students.
• To maintain high professional standards of attendance, punctuality, appearance, conduct and courteous, positive relations with students, parents, colleagues and visitors.
• To actively support and promote positive professional and curriculum links across all educational phases of the College.
• To actively engage with the performance management process and continue with personal and professional development.
• To adhere to school policies and procedures as set out in the staff handbook and other documentation available.
• To liaise with parents/carers and outside agencies when necessary.

Qualifications

The description provided does not specify formal qualifications. The responsibilities indicate the role of a teacher within the Science department, under the Head of Science.