Teacher of Science

SAMpeople; Callerton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living Wage Employer

Generous annual leave

Excellent pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Professional development

Community-focused school

Job summary

Callerton Academy, part of the Gosforth Group, is seeking a Teacher of Science to deliver high-quality lessons and foster an engaging classroom. You will plan and assess, ensuring full curriculum coverage while supporting students’ personal development and wellbeing.

You will contribute to curriculum development and work with enthusiastic students and colleagues. The post is suitable for ECTs, with a generous benefits package and professional development.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status essential
• Degree in a relevant subject essential
• Ability to relate well to students in both teaching and pastoral roles
• Good organisational skills and teamwork

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality science teaching across disciplines
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons to cover the full science curriculum
• Assess and monitor student progress to raise attainment
• Contribute to development of the science curriculum and student experience
• Support academic success and personal development

Skills

Strong communication

Pastoral skills

Organisational skills

Team worker

Education

Qualified Teacher Status essential

Degree in a relevant subject essential

Job description

We are seeking a Teacher of Science to join Callerton Academy, where you will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching and learning that enables all students to achieve their full potential. You will create a positive and supportive classroom environment, planning and delivering engaging lessons across science disciplines to ensure full curriculum coverage and meet the diverse needs of learners.

You will use a range of effective and inclusive teaching strategies to inspire curiosity and enjoyment in science, while assessing and monitoring student progress to raise attainment and inform your practice. Alongside your classroom responsibilities, you will contribute to the development of the science curriculum and wider student experience, supporting both academic success and personal development.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• A qualified teacher with a relevant degree and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• A passionate and effective classroom practitioner with a strong commitment to Science education.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues.
• The ability to relate well to students in both academic and pastoral roles and to motivate them to succeed.
• Knowledge of the KS4 science curriculum and, ideally, confidence across physics, chemistry and biology.

This role is suitable for ECT’s.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• A competitive salary- as an accredited Living Wage Employer, you’re guaranteed a wage that meets, and often exceeds, the real cost of living.
• Generous annual leave
• Benefits including; excellent pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking
• An opportunity to work with highly-skilled professionals
• Enthusiastic and motivated students
• An exciting and extensive commitment to professional development
• A school with its community at heart
• Wider career development opportunities to be involved across the Gosforth Group

The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status essential

Degree in a relevant subject essential

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Ability to relate well to students in both teaching and pastoral roles essential

Good organisational skills essential

A good team worker essential

Personal Attributes

Well motivated and enthusiastic essential

Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with students essential

Commitment to success in education essential

A commitment to child protection and safeguarding essential

An interest and commitment to the whole school community

About Us

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Callerton Academy

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Bedeburn Road
Newcastle
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE5 4JQ

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. This means certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide and you can view our Policy on the Employment of Ex-offenders on our website within Trust Policies.

Gosforth Group are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. References will be requested prior to interview for those candidates shortlisted. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, along with other relevant pre-employment checks.