Science Teacher

Reed; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent school in Haywards Heath seeks a passionate Science Teacher to lead curriculum delivery across Key Stages 2 to 4. The ideal candidate will create a nurturing environment for students with special needs and ensure high standards of achievement. The role includes planning engaging lessons, monitoring progress, and collaborating with a dedicated team to enhance student learning. Competitive professional development opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive school community

Opportunities to contribute to curriculum development

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher with relevant experience.
• Awareness of national curriculum requirements for Key Stages 2, 3, and 4.
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with staff and parents.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage delivery of the science curriculum.
• Deliver engaging lessons and monitor student progress.
• Create a safe environment supporting learners with SEND needs.

Skills

Qualified Teaching Status

Highly skilled in various teaching strategies

Experience working with learners with SEND

Proficient in ICT

Education

Higher education studies in science

Job description

Overview

Science Teacher (KS3-KS4)

Annual Salary: Paid to Scale

Location: Haywards Heath

Job Type: Full-time, Term Time

Transportation: Driver (due to location)

Contract: Permanent

To start: January 2026

Join a dedicated team at a independent school, a specialist environment committed to the education and welfare of children with special needs. We are seeking a Science Teacher who is passionate about providing outstanding teaching and learning, and who thrives in a collaborative educational setting.

Responsibilities

• As the Science Teacher, you will lead, manage, and be accountable for delivering and developing the science curriculum across Key Stages 2, 3, and 4, striving to achieve the highest standards of pupil progress and attainment.
• You will ensure that each student reaches their optimum level across all science disciplines by implementing effective strategies to enhance student achievement.
• Plan and implement a comprehensive science curriculum.
• Create a safe, nurturing classroom environment that supports learners with SEND needs.
• Deliver engaging lessons, including accredited courses up to GCSE and BTEC.
• Develop and revise schemes of work and syllabuses.
• Monitor student progress and set achievement targets.
• Provide quality feedback to students.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour for learning.
• Communicate regularly with parents about student progress.
• Promote enrichment and extracurricular activities.
• Foster a strong school community reflective of key values.
• Manage the science budget in line with financial regulations and procedures.
• Ensure excellent attendance and behaviour.
• Undertake professional development and appraisal.
• Oversee teaching and learning resources.
• Implement and monitor Health and Safety policies.
• Maintain inspiring classroom displays.
• Update the department inventory annually.
• Undertake other responsibilities as directed by the Management Group.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teaching Status
• Higher education studies in science is preferred.
• Awareness of the national curriculum requirements for at least two key stages.
• Experience working with learners with SEND.
• Highly skilled in various teaching strategies and effective behaviour management.
• Proficient in ICT and able to analyse food technology progress data.
• Knowledge of the SEN Code of Practice.
• Create and maintain positive and supportive relationships with staff, parents, and stakeholders.

Personal competences and qualities

• Well-organised and proactive.
• Positive and supportive relationships with staff, parents, and stakeholders.
• Commitment to professional development.
• Uphold confidentiality and data protection principles.
• Inspire and influence others about the importance of education.
• Demonstrate school values: Mutual respect, Compassion and Kindness, Responsibility, Creativity and Innovation, Resilience, Integrity.

Safeguarding

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities, including INSET days and specialized training.
• Supportive and inclusive school community.
• Opportunities to contribute to curriculum development and school-wide initiatives.