Science Teacher

EduTalent Group; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

EduTalent Group is recruiting a passionate Science Teacher for a special school in West Sussex. You will lead the delivery of a broad science curriculum across Key Stages 2-4, support learners with SEND, and foster an engaging classroom environment. Join a supportive team in a values-led school promoting a nurturing community.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development and training

Supportive leadership team

Beautiful school grounds

Chance to make a real difference

Inclusive school environment

Qualifications

• Experience teaching science to pupils aged 7–19.
• Strong subject knowledge and passion for science education.
• Understanding of the National Curriculum and SEN Code of Practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an inclusive science curriculum across Key Stages 2, 3 and 4.
• Support pupils to achieve across all science disciplines.
• Manage the science department’s budget and resources.

Skills

Classroom management

Differentiation skills

Effective use of ICT

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Team-oriented approach

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

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EduTalent Group are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a forward-thinking special school in West Sussex for a passionate and committed Science Teacher to lead and deliver a broad, balanced and engaging science curriculum across Key Stages 2–4.

As the Science Teacher, you will lead the subject across the school, delivering high-quality and inspiring science lessons that meet the needs of all learners, including those with special educational needs (SEND). You will be responsible for planning, implementing and evaluating a science curriculum that supports academic progress and nurtures curiosity and enthusiasm for the subject.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver a rich and inclusive science curriculum across Key Stages 2, 3 and 4.

Support pupils to achieve their optimum level across all science disciplines, including GCSE and BTEC qualifications.

Develop differentiated schemes of work to meet the needs of individual learners.

Use assessment data effectively to set targets, track progress and inform planning.

Provide a safe, nurturing and structured classroom environment tailored to pupils with SEND.

Provide high-quality feedback to pupils to ensure rapid and sustained progress.

Set individual learning targets and monitor pupil outcomes against them.

Manage the science department’s budget, resources and equipment.

Maintain high standards of behaviour and promote a positive learning ethos.

Liaise regularly with parents/carers to report on progress and well-being.

Support enrichment and extra-curricular activities, including off-site learning.

Promote the school’s values and contribute to a caring, respectful and inclusive community.

Ensure science learning spaces are stimulating, well-maintained and reflective of pupils’ achievements.

Implement the school's Health & Safety policies including risk assessments where appropriate.

Participate in INSET days and ongoing CPD to further your professional development.

Requirements

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience teaching science to pupils aged 7–19

Strong subject knowledge and passion for science education

Understanding of the National Curriculum and SEN Code of Practice

Ability to support students with SEND in a nurturing and structured environment

Excellent classroom management and differentiation skills

Effective use of ICT for teaching and assessment

Strong communication and organisational skills

Team-oriented approach with a commitment to safeguarding

Relevant SEND qualifications (e.g., trauma-informed practice, autism awareness)

Experience teaching in a special school setting

Experience organising and delivering extra-curricular activities

Knowledge of specific SEND categories: SEMH, Cognition & Learning, Communication & Interaction

• Opportunity to work in a small, inclusive school with a strong sense of community
  
  
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative staff culture
  
  
• Ongoing professional development and training, including INSET and SEND CPD
  
  
• A chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs
  
  
• Beautiful school grounds in a rural West Sussex setting
  
  
• Contribution to a values-led school environment focusing on respect, compassion, resilience and creativity
  
• Salary in line with the pay scale

Job Description

EduTalent Group are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a forward-thinking special school in West Sussex for a passionate and committed Science Teacher to lead and deliver a broad, balanced and engaging science curriculum across Key Stages 2–4.

As the Science Teacher, you will lead the subject across the school, delivering high-quality and inspiring science lessons that meet the needs of all learners, including those with special educational needs (SEND). You will be responsible for planning, implementing and evaluating a science curriculum that supports academic progress and nurtures curiosity and enthusiasm for the subject.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver a rich and inclusive science curriculum across Key Stages 2, 3 and 4.
  

• Support pupils to achieve their optimum level across all science disciplines, including GCSE and BTEC qualifications.
  

• Develop differentiated schemes of work to meet the needs of individual learners.
  

• Use assessment data effectively to set targets, track progress and inform planning.
  

• Provide a safe, nurturing and structured classroom environment tailored to pupils with SEND.
  

• Provide high-quality feedback to pupils to ensure rapid and sustained progress.
  

• Set individual learning targets and monitor pupil outcomes against them.
  

• Manage the science department’s budget, resources and equipment.
  

• Maintain high standards of behaviour and promote a positive learning ethos.
  

• Liaise regularly with parents/carers to report on progress and well-being.
  

• Support enrichment and extra-curricular activities, including off-site learning.
  

• Promote the school’s values and contribute to a caring, respectful and inclusive community.
  

• Ensure science learning spaces are stimulating, well-maintained and reflective of pupils’ achievements.
  

• Implement the school's Health & Safety policies including risk assessments where appropriate.
  

• Participate in INSET days and ongoing CPD to further your professional development.
  

Requirements

Essential:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching science to pupils aged 7–19

• Strong subject knowledge and passion for science education

• Understanding of the National Curriculum and SEN Code of Practice

• Ability to support students with SEND in a nurturing and structured environment

• Excellent classroom management and differentiation skills

• Effective use of ICT for teaching and assessment

• Strong communication and organisational skills

• Team-oriented approach with a commitment to safeguarding

Desirable:

• Relevant SEND qualifications (e.g., trauma-informed practice, autism awareness)

• Experience teaching in a special school setting

• Experience organising and delivering extra-curricular activities

• Knowledge of specific SEND categories: SEMH, Cognition & Learning, Communication & Interaction
  

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a small, inclusive school with a strong sense of community
  
  
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative staff culture
  
  
• Ongoing professional development and training, including INSET and SEND CPD
  
  
• A chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs
  
  
• Beautiful school grounds in a rural West Sussex setting
  
  
• Contribution to a values-led school environment focusing on respect, compassion, resilience and creativity
  
• Salary in line with the pay scale

Requirements
Essential: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Experience teaching science to pupils aged 7–19 Strong subject knowledge and passion for science education Understanding of the National Curriculum and SEN Code of Practice Ability to support students with SEND in a nurturing and structured environment Excellent classroom management and differentiation skills Effective use of ICT for teaching and assessment Strong communication and organisational skills Team-oriented approach with a commitment to safeguarding Desirable: Relevant SEND qualifications (e.g., trauma-informed practice, autism awareness) Experience teaching in a special school setting Experience organising and delivering extra-curricular activities Knowledge of specific SEND categories: SEMH, Cognition & Learning, Communication & Interaction