Teacher of Physics

USP College; South Benfleet; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

USP College is seeking a passionate Teacher of Physics to deliver engaging lessons across two campuses, with a focus on supporting students' career development in science. The role offers an opportunity to inspire and guide students while promoting a strong ethos of inclusion and excellence within a vibrant college environment.

Benefits

Funding for post-16 teaching qualification

NQT support program

Free onsite parking

Onsite canteen & coffee shop

Discounted gym membership

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Hybrid Working available

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Degree in the relevant subject or similar.
• Expertise in chosen subject area.
• Ability to keep up with curriculum developments.

Responsibilities

• Plan lessons according to student needs and curriculum requirements.
• Monitor and report student progress.
• Promote the College's strategy of Career-Focused Learning.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Creativity

Relationship Building

Education

Degree in relevant subject

Job description

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As a college, our focus is on Career-Focused Learning, ensuring that our learners' experiences and our connections with the community and employers are central of everything we do.

We are looking for a passionate Teacher of Physics, to deliver to our students over both our campuses. We are looking forward to receiving applications from teachers or industry specialists that can deliver high quality, creative and engaging lessons, with a career focus, to support and inspire our students. We strive for success by challenging, supporting, inspiring and working closely with our excellent learners.

If you are able to bring Science alive, to place it in context, linking it to their life experiences, this role would be the perfect one for you. Encouraging students to explore a wide breadth of potential careers and develop skills that enable them to progress onto HE and embark on exciting careers in the scientific field. You will have the opportunity to build positive relationships with young people and support them to achieve their long-term goals. You will be able to use your expertise and emotional intelligence to unlock barriers to your students’ progress and provide the tools, support and challenge they need to go forwards. We pride ourselves on our strong ethos of inclusion and diversity.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Promote the College's strategy of Career-Focused Learning, prioritising the learner experience and fostering relationships with the community and local/regional employers.
• Contribute to curriculum development discussions and adhere to College policies.
• Plan lessons according to student needs and curriculum requirements.
• Regularly assign and assess student work in accordance with College policies.
• Monitor and report student progress through established procedures.
• Collect and distribute resources among students as necessary.
• Coordinate with colleagues regarding student group organisation.
• Attend College events such as parents' consultation evenings and open days.
• Prepare materials and participate in Student recruitment events, including interviewing.
• Assist in the induction process for new students.
• Provide cover for absent colleagues and fulfil contractual obligations.
• Engage positively in the professional appraisal process.
• Stay updated on subject and curriculum developments and report on attended courses.
• Participate in recording student achievement in accordance with College policy.
• Ensure students are aware of emergency procedures and safety measures.
• Provide clear instructions and warnings as needed to maintain a conducive learning environment.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date information.
• Deal with challenging situations or individuals professionally and in alignment with policies and legislation.
• Manage and prioritise actions related to learner issues and concerns.
• Offer guidance and advice within established procedures, policies, and legislation.
• Always adhere to College values and behaviours.
• Ensure that safeguarding principles, including PREVENT, are embedded into curriculum and staffing practices.
• Fulfil supplementary duties as required, including evening or weekend responsibilities.
• Participate in staff Continuing Professional Development (CPD) days for industry experience.
• Engage in Student CPD days to support student development initiatives

Job Requirements:

• Degree in the relevant subject or similar
• Expertise in the chosen subject area with knowledge of additional enrichment activities.

The right candidate will have:

• Capability of taking responsibility for multi functions involving students, resourcing, and college events
• Be able to relate well to staff and students and judge the balance of support and pressure required to maximise achievement through appropriate support, guidance, and policy usage.
• An ability to keep up with developments in the curriculum areas and advise on the future direction of curriculum and its methods of delivery
• Be a creative and lateral thinker to promote Campus growth and enhance current business features
• Have the ability to resolve student conflict and deal with criticism.

We are the leading college in Essex for technological advancements in education. We are driving the path to integrating technology within our teaching methods and the student experience and development.

Our strategic career-focused approach means our relationship within our community, local and regional employers are at the heart of everything we do.

Individual Training

All staff have access to personalised training packages, whether this is to support settling in to a new role, or leadership and management training to support with progression opportunities.

Why choose us:

As a college, our strategy is to create a Career Focused, Digital Learning environment, ensuring that the learner experience and our relationship within our community, local and regional employers, are at the heart of everything we do. Providing a high achieving, focused learning environment allowing our students to achieve the grades they need for higher educations or the skills and aptitude required to secure a suitable role in their chosen career. Our college is set in the leafy suburbs of Essex, with easy access to surrounding areas and amenities, we are based in a well-connected location both by road and rail.

What we offer:

• A college environment fully dedicated to developing every student to reach their full potential, irrespective of their ability.
• A dedicated and friendly team of professionals keen to develop and learn.
• A two year funded teaching course , providing the opportunity to complete a recognised post 16 teaching qualification*
• A successful NQT support program.
• Free onsite parking.
• Onsite canteen & coffee shop.
• Cycle to work scheme*
• Discounted gym membership.
• Electric Vehicle Scheme*
• Hybrid Working available.
• Free Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7, days offering legal & financial advice, as well as general support & guidance.