Teacher of Science

TN United Kingdom; Bury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookhaven School in Bury is seeking a dedicated Science Teacher to join their team. This role involves delivering inclusive science lessons and supporting students with various needs. The successful candidate will contribute to a nurturing environment and help students achieve their educational goals.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Electric Car Scheme

Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan

DiscountForTeachers Scheme

Free Eye Tests

Cycle to work scheme

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Passionate about inclusive education.
• Ability to deliver engaging science lessons.
• Experience with neurodivergent students is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, adaptive science lessons.
• Plan and deliver lessons in other curriculum areas.
• Support pupils to achieve individual learning goals.

Skills

Inclusive education

Engagement

Differentiation

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

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We are looking to appoint a passionate and committed Science Teacher to join Brookhaven School, a recently opened specialist secondary school for students aged 11–16 with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), and Social, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN). This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of a new and ambitious school community.

The post holder will be responsible for delivering high-quality, adaptive, and inclusive science lessons, including both non-accredited and accredited learning up to GCSE. There will also be an expectation to plan and deliver lessons for subjects other than science.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of an ambitious and nurturing school community at an exciting stage in its development. We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to inclusive, person-centred education and who is eager to make a meaningful impact in the lives of neurodivergent young people.

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver high-quality, engaging, and differentiated science lessons, including both accredited and non-accredited learning pathways (up to GCSE level).
• Plan and deliver lessons in other curriculum areas as required, with flexibility and creativity.
• Support pupils to achieve their individual learning goals through a highly adaptive, therapeutic, and relational approach to teaching.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and multi-agency partners to ensure each learner thrives.

We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and early career teachers with a passion for inclusive education and a desire to grow professionally within a supportive environment.

Brookhaven is an innovative, forward-thinking school based in Bury where all learners are empowered to achieve their dreams. We believe everyone has the potential to be extraordinary! We have a world-class team that works relentlessly to make every day a magical day of learning, tailored to every child's needs, ensuring rapid gains not only as learners across the curriculum but as individuals prepared for the next century and the world today. It is our duty and privilege as a school and community to make a difference every day.

Everything we do at Brookhaven is underpinned by our vision, values, and ethos: We believe all children should have the opportunity to be successful, regardless of their starting point. We are committed to improving, accelerating, and enabling ambitious life goals for all students.

Our aim is “To be unique by design, and awesome by outcome”.

Shaw Education Trust is a thriving group of diverse and growing schools, including Primary, Secondary, and Special Schools, all working together to improve the lives of young people in our communities. Sponsored by Shaw Trust, a charity focused on transforming lives, we are a group of dynamically excellent academies providing education to children of all ages and abilities. Our staff are dedicated to ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status.

Our Special settings cater to children and young people with a wide range of Special Educational Needs, from profound medical needs and life-limiting conditions to severe, moderate, and sensory needs, as well as social, emotional, and mental health needs that require support and understanding.

Whether you are a teacher, teaching assistant, healthcare professional, or work in facilities, admin, or operations, all our Special Schools offer a ‘family’ environment that puts children, young people, and their families at the heart of what we do.

All pupils in our Special Schools have individualized education in small classes with enhanced support to meet their needs. Supporting a child or young person with Special Educational Needs to reach their goals is highly rewarding. You will truly make a difference to their lives and their families.

Our schools span from Birmingham to Bury, supporting students from all backgrounds and socioeconomic statuses, ensuring access to high-quality education and equality for all children.

Shaw Education Trust offers the following employee benefits for Teaching and Support Staff:

• An excellent Local Government Pension Scheme (Support Staff) / Teachers Pension (Teaching Staff)
• Support Staff only: full-time, all-year employment with generous holiday entitlement from day one (37 days, rising to 39 days after 5 years, including Bank Holidays)
• Electric Car Scheme: environmentally friendly vehicles
• Access to Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan
• DiscountForTeachers Scheme: discounts and offers from major brands
• Free Eye Tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to the Institute of Education and opportunities for professional growth within the Trust

We are committed to a rewarding employment experience and offer various courses, including National Professional Qualifications and opportunities for leadership development, supported by experienced professionals and inspectors.

Safeguarding Statement

Brookhaven Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

This position is subject to vetting procedures, including online checks and a criminal record check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), requiring disclosure of all relevant criminal history.

All shortlisted candidates will undergo an online search as part of safer recruitment practices.

We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date as applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Early applications are encouraged.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer. CVs alone will not be accepted. Successful candidates will undergo an Enhanced DBS check and other relevant employment checks.