Teacher of Science

Shorefields; Colchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading college in Colchester is seeking a passionate and innovative Teacher to join their science department. The successful candidate will teach science at key stages 3 and 4, fostering a commitment to student learning and progress. The college offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development, and welcomes ECTs with a full support program.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive staff and governors

Enthusiastic students

Qualifications

• Well-qualified and innovative teacher.
• Able to teach science at key stages 3 and 4.
• Willing to support the Catholic ethos of the college.

Responsibilities

• Teach science at key stages 3 and 4.
• Provide the best learning opportunities for students.
• Challenge students to make exceptional progress.

Skills

Commitment to student learning

Team player

Ability to challenge students

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC5466-431S Position Type: Teacher Pay Range: Teacher Salary

Position Start Date: 01/09/2025 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 06/06/2025 Midday Date of Interviews: As soon as possible

The college is seeking a well-qualified, innovative and enthusiastic teacher to join our science department. Successful applicants would be required to teach science at key stages 3 and 4. Within the science department we have a strong record for growing talent. ECTs are welcome to apply as a full support programme will be available.

The successful candidate will be:

● committed to providing the very best learning opportunities for their students

● able to challenge all students to make exceptional progress

● a strong team player who forms excellent relationships with staff, parents and students

● willing to support the strong Catholic ethos of our college

We can offer you:

● a warm and welcoming college with excellent links to parish communities

● enthusiastic and well-behaved students who are eager to learn

● supportive, hardworking staff, governors and parents

● opportunities to further your professional development

We are a highly respected and over-subscribed Catholic college that Ofsted found to be outstanding in its commitment to the social, moral and spiritual development of all its students. Our recent section 48 inspection found the college to have many other areas of outstanding practice.

The governing body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all young people and expects all staff to share that commitment. The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check. Applications will only be accepted on the college application form.

Please contact Mr Paul Cretu, Assistant Principal, if you wish to have an informal discussion about the role on 01206 549222 or by email to [e-mail].

Applications will only be accepted on the college application form (which can be downloaded from our Website) and should be emailed to Mr Chris Brown, Business Manager, at [e-mail]. CVs will not be accepted.

For further details about the college, please go to our website www.stbenedicts.essex.sch.uk.

The closing date for applications is midday on 6th June 2025. Early applications are encouraged. If there is a sufficiently strong field, the college will choose to interview before the closing date.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Chris Brown
St Benedict's College, Norman Way
Colchester, CO3 3US Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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