Teacher of Science

Nicholas Chamberlaine School; Brighton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicholas Chamberlaine School in the United Kingdom is seeking an inspirational science teacher to deliver outstanding lessons across KS3 to KS5. You will provide high quality educational, extra-curricular and enrichment experiences for all students, with a focus on deep learning and strong subject understanding.

The role offers opportunities to work within a department with strong resources, a wide range of GCSE and A-level qualifications (AQA, OCR), and a commitment to student progression and

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with experience delivering science at KS3–KS5.
• Evidence of strong subject knowledge across Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
• Ability to plan and deliver a broad science curriculum with differentiation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding lessons to challenge all students and secure excellent outcomes.
• Provide high-quality educational, extra-curricular and enrichment experiences.
• Develop an ethos of learning and growth within the classroom and wider school.

Skills

Teaching

Science knowledge

Lesson planning

Assessment

Progress tracking

Education

PGCE or BEd

Science degree

QTS

Tools

Smartboards

Lab equipment handling

Job description

The leadership structure comprises of a Head of Science and Second in Science, some other TLR roles with specific portfolios, with TLR 3 roles available for projects linked to the school or department development plan.

All staff have the opportunity to teach KS3 through to KS5. The department is fully resourced with appropriate texts and ICT to support learning, i.e. such as our staff surface pro.

The current exam board of choice for KS4 isAQA, with all students completing GCSE qualifications ineither Combined Science (Trilogy) or 3 Separate Sciences. At KS5 we successfully offerOCR A levels in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. We also offer BTEC Level 3qualificationsin both Applied Science.

The Science department fully supports the Wide Horizons agenda by providing many extracurricular activities and opportunities, including our very popular weekly 'Lego' club. We are also proud to represent the school in the annualGriffin Science Symposium.

Nicholas Chamberlaine School has a growing sixth form with a broad curriculum and a dedicated centre with state of the art facilities. We provide our students with access to a wide variety of leadership and enrichment opportunities. Over 80% of our students go to University with many being accepted into Russell Group universities.

We are looking for someone to deliver: -

To deliver outstanding teaching to ensure that all students are challenged to fulfil their potential, achieve excellent outcomes and an appreciation of the subject and its wider application.

To provide high quality educational, extra-curricular and enrichment experiences for all students.

Key responsibilities

• To develop an outstanding ethos of learning, commitment, contribution and enjoyment amongst students based on our shared vision of Proud Traditions, Wide Horizons and High Achievement
• To plan, resource and deliver lessons and sequences of lessons to the highest standard to ensure that deep learning takes place and students make excellent progress
• To develop a positive culture and climate within the classroom and school that helps students to develop as learners
• To demonstrate a growth mind set and a belief in 100% achievement

Learning and Teaching

• Teach engaging and effective lessons that motivate, inspire and improve student attainment
• Enrich the curriculum with experiences e.g. speakers and visits, to enhance the experience of all students
• Exploit opportunities to improve students’ skills in literacy and numeracy and to develop their character

To deliver outstanding teaching to ensure that all students are challenged to fulfil their potential, achieve excellent outcomes and an appreciation of the subject and its wider application.

To provide high quality educational, extra-curricular and enrichment experiences for all students.

Key responsibilities

• To develop an outstanding ethos of learning, commitment, contribution and enjoyment amongst students based on our shared vision of Proud Traditions, Wide Horizons and High Achievement
• To plan, resource and deliver lessons and sequences of lessons to the highest standard to ensure that deep learning takes place and students make excellent progress
• To develop a positive culture and climate within the classroom and school that helps students to develop as learners
• To demonstrate a growth mind set and a belief in 100% achievement

Learning and Teaching

• Teach engaging and effective lessons that motivate, inspire and improve student attainment
• Enrich the curriculum with experiences e.g. speakers and visits, to enhance the experience of all students
• Exploit opportunities to improve students’ skills in literacy and numeracy and to develop their character
• Be familiar with the Code of Practice and identification, assessment and support of students with special educational
• Be familiar with the school’s current systems and structures as outlined in policy documents including the Health and Safety and Child Protection Policies and apply them consistently
• Understand how students’ learning in the subject is affected by their physical, intellectual, emotional and social development
• Be self-reflective and evaluate own teaching critically to improve effectiveness and seek out opportunities to develop own pedagogy
• Be familiar with subject-specific health and safety requirements and ensure thatlessons are planned so as to avoid potential hazards and risks

School culture

• Actively support the school’s vision, values and ethos by embracing a culture of collaboration, celebration of success and responsibility for outcomes
• Help create a strong school community, characterised by positive culture and climate to cultivate caring, respectful relationships, challenging prejudice in any form
• Believe that all students are capable of success, regardless of background
• Celebrate the achievement of individuals and teams
• Develop a stimulating learning environment and contribute to the learning environment in your departmental and pastoral areas
• Advocate student voice and leadership and use this to enhance your practice

Other professional requirements

• Participate as required in meetings with professional colleagues and parents in respect of the duties and responsibilities of the post
• Take responsibility for your own professional development
• Be a form tutor (where allocated) or support a House team and use this to role to develop the whole child

In other words, be the best teacher you can be; help students to learn, grow, and succeed