Teacher of Chemistry

Teaching Vacancies; Bradford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Bradford is seeking an exceptional Teacher of Chemistry to inspire and engage students aged 16-19. The role requires a commitment to delivering high-quality education and supporting the college community. A thirst for professional development and outstanding teaching potential is essential. We offer a dynamic, supportive culture with a strong focus on staff wellbeing and career progression.

Benefits

Attractive pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Access to high quality professional training

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Chemistry and Applied Science.
• Demonstrated potential for post 16 teaching.
• Record of outstanding results.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching in Chemistry.
• Engage and motivate students of all abilities.
• Support the wider college community.

Skills

Inspirational teaching

Engaging and motivating students

Commitment to raising aspirations

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are currently seeking to appoint an exceptional Teacher of Chemistry. We are also looking to increase capacity in the Applied Science department so if you have experience of teaching this subject, please let us know in your application. The successful candidate will be an inspirational teacher, able to demonstrate a passion for their subject and have the ability to engage and motivate students of all abilities in the 16-19 range. With a demonstrable record of outstanding results, you will have a commitment to raising aspirations and supporting the wider college community. If you are currently undertaking initial teacher training you will have demonstrated outstanding potential and aptitude for post 16 teaching.

What the school offers its staff

New College Bradford is a 16-19 free school which opened in September 2019, with approximately 1400 students. We believe that students at New College Bradford should enjoy high-quality teaching and learning underpinned by a culture of high expectations, challenge and support which enables our students to secure high-quality qualifications to support them into employment, training and higher education.

Working in a new, purpose-built campus, you will join a focused and driven team at the cutting-edge of teaching and learning, with an unwavering desire to make a real difference in improving the life chances of the young people of Bradford. New College Bradford primarily delivers A Levels, alongside a number of Level 3 Applied General qualifications.

New Collaborative Learning Trust (NCLT) has a dynamic, positive and supportive culture for staff and students, with an enviable reputation for staff career progression and development. You will join a focused and driven team, committed to providing the highest standards of education and service.

Why Work for Us?

• NCLT was crowned ‘Employer of the Year’ at the 2023 MAT Excellence Awards - these national awards celebrate the very best performers from over one thousand MATs across the country
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing as outlined in our staff wellbeing charter
• Access to high quality professional training, both in-house and externally, to support your professional development
• Attractive pension scheme
• Additional benefits such as a cycle to work scheme and a technology scheme
• A culture of self-reflection and improvement to meet the needs of our staff

If you believe that you have the skills and abilities to take on this role, we’d love to hear from you.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.