Science Teacher

Tiverton High School; Tiverton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Tiverton is looking for a qualified teacher to deliver the Science curriculum, covering Chemistry, Biology, and Physics. The successful candidate will engage with students through a variety of teaching methods to achieve high academic standards, utilize assessments effectively, and contribute to the school community's success. Excellent opportunities for professional development and various employee benefits are offered, including childcare support and health welfare programs.

Benefits

Childcare benefits

Cycle to work scheme

Health and wellbeing programs

Financial wellbeing

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent qualification.
• Relevant specialist qualifications and experience (e.g BSc in a Science-related degree).
• Ability to deliver high-quality Science lessons covering a range of modules and concepts, both theoretical and practical.
• Understanding of curriculum and assessment requirements for Science.
• Enthusiasm and commitment to delivering high-quality teaching and learning in preparation for examinations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver core aspects of the Science curriculum.
• Use assessments and feedback to sustain and raise achievement.

Job description

Tiverton High School serves the beautiful and historic market town of Tiverton in mid Devon and is within easy commuting distance to the regional centers of Exeter and Taunton. We can be found just off junction 27 of the M5. We are within easy reach of areas of outstanding national beauty such as the Blackdown Hills, Dartmoor, Exmoor and close to the lovely Devon coastline.

We are hugely proud of the achievement of our students and Tiverton High School is truly at the heart of our community. We believe education should empower young people, giving them the knowledge to make sense of the world and grow into citizens who make a difference.

Job overview

You’ll be delivering core aspects of the Science curriculum, and be knowledgeable in all 3 specialisms of Chemistry, Biology and Physics, using assessments and feedback to sustain and raise achievement.

Job requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent qualification
• Relevant specialist qualifications and experience (e.g BSc in a Science-related degree)
• Ability to deliver high-quality Science lessons covering a range of modules and concepts, both theoretical and practical
• Understanding of curriculum and assessment requirements for Science
• Enthusiasm and commitment to delivering high-quality teaching and learning in preparation for examinations

Why join us?

At Tiverton High School, you’ll be an important part of a dedicated team with access to opportunities for professional growth and the ability to have a core impact on student’s academic success in a key topic.

The successful candidate may be eligible for the following benefits: caring and childcare benefits, cycle to work scheme, health and wellbeing, financial wellbeing & staff discounts.

Safeguarding Statement

Tiverton High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any formal offer of employment will be subject to a number of pre-employment checks as part of the School’s Safer Recruitment practice and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. These include ID and Right to Work in the UK, satisfactory references, a satisfactory enhanced DBS check, and a satisfactory 3rd party online & social media search.

Equal Opportunities

Tiverton High School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from appropriately qualified persons regardless of gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, nationality, religion, disability or age. If you have a disability and require any assistance with the application process, please contact us.