Teacher - GCSE Science - 14+ Academies

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

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in the UK is seeking a GCSE Science Teacher to join their 14+ Academies team. The role involves delivering engaging Science lessons to students aged 14-16, supporting their academic progress, and fostering an inclusive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have recent teaching experience and a commitment to nurturing young people’s potential.

Benefits

Annual leave up to 44 days

Pension scheme with employer contributions

CPD opportunities and courses

Wellbeing initiatives

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with students aged 14-16 is essential.
• Must have recent relevant teaching experience.
• Ability to manage learner academic progress.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging Science lessons.
• Maintain tracking of learner progress and implement interventions.
• Work within the ethos of the 14+ Academies.

Skills

Supporting young people academically

Teaching delivery in Science

Positively managing academic progress

Teamwork and initiative

Education

PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

About The Role

Leeds City College are recruiting for a GCSE Science Teacher to join our outstanding 14+ Academies team. We are seeking a passionate, talented and supportive individual to deliver GCSE Science to our learners. The ideal candidate will have recent experience teaching Science to students aged 14 to 16.

The 14+ Academies is a safe and inclusive environment that is accepting of everyone. The design and ethos of the 14+ Academies allows young people to flourish with smaller class sizes, a reduced curriculum, and focus on vocational based learning. We provide opportunities to young people to maximise their potential, raise aspirations and embrace their individuality. Relationship building is at the heart of its ethos, and a high staff‑to‑student ratio allows learners to thrive and develop holistically.

Additional Information

Please note, although the closing date for the vacancy is specified in the advert, should a suitable candidate for the role be found before this date, the advert may be closed. We therefore advise that if you are interested in applying for the role, to submit an application as soon as possible.

For more information regarding this position, please contact Niki McKenna at [e-mail].

What You Will Do

• Plan, prepare and develop schemes of work, lesson plans, teaching and learning resources, learning and assessment plans.
• Update, reflect and maintain the 14+ Academies tracking systems continuously, allowing you to recognise the need for interventions and subsequently put them in place.
• Deliver inspiring sessions across the curriculum using a wide range of teaching methods for identified modules.
• Work within the 14+ Academies ethos and culture as well as using relevant tools and concepts such as the effort descriptors and APLs (Academy Progress Levels).
• Set targets with individual learners to assist in their academic or development progress, including at Personal Progress Days and the writing of parent/carer reports.

About You

• Experience and knowledge of supporting young people both academically and developmentally, including those aged 14-16.
• Recent teaching delivery in relevant subject areas.
• Experience of positively managing learner academic progress in an education setting, including those aged 14-16.
• Ability to work positively and effectively as a member of a team and on own initiative.

Benefits

The group offers a range of excellent benefits, including:

• Annual Leave – Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidays
• Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays
• Pension Schemes With Generous Employer Contributions – Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme, People’s Pension Scheme
• CPD Opportunities – Annual staff conference plus two additional staff development days.
• Qualifications – PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management Courses.
• Employee wellbeing initiatives – Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).
• Travel and commuting – Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities – Please speak to the recruiting manager regarding flexible opportunities as these differ between roles.

About Us

The 14+ Academies are made up of the 14+ Apprenticeship Academy and 14+ P-TECH Academy. They provide an alternative environment for young people in Years 10 and 11 who require a different education environment to what is offered in a mainstream school. Learners leave their previous education establishment and join the 14+ Academies full time.

The 14+ Academies is a safe and inclusive environment that is accepting of everyone. The design and ethos of the 14+ Academies allows young people to flourish with smaller class sizes, a reduced curriculum, and focus on vocational based learning. We provide opportunities to young people to maximise their potential, raise aspirations and embrace their individuality. Relationship building is at the heart of its ethos, and a high staff‑to‑student ratio allows learners to thrive and develop holistically.

SAFEGUARDING

At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre‑employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection with children.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Group’s values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect, and equity.

Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias, and promote a diverse talent pool. To find out more about what our commitment to EDI means to us please click here to learn more about our EDI objectives.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES

We do not accept unsolicited CVs and applications from agencies and will not be liable for any fee in connection with a candidate that has been submitted speculatively through any agency that has not been expressly instructed for a particular vacancy as part of our Preferred Supplier List.