Teacher of Science

Harris Academy Billericay; Great Burstead; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Academy Billericay is seeking a dedicated Teacher of Science to join our supportive community. You will deliver engaging lessons and monitor progress across KS3 and KS4, contributing to high standards of attainment.

The successful candidate will hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree, with secondary teaching experience and a commitment to inclusive, high-quality teaching. You will work with a team of staff, communicate effectively with parents and external agencies,

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent and a relevant undergraduate degree.
• Secondary teaching experience (including practice) in an 11-18 setting.
• Knowledge of National Curriculum KS3/KS4; ability to plan, develop resources and assess.

Responsibilities

• Teach and inspire students across KS3/KS4 with engaging lessons.
• Lead and manage your own workload effectively and with time management.
• Communicate positively with parents, carers and external agencies when needed.
• Create a motivating and safe learning environment for all students.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

Teaching experience

ICT skills

Communication skills

Time management

Leadership skills

Education

Relevant undergraduate degree

Tools

Interactive white boards

Job description

We are currently looking to appoint a dedicated and inspiring Teacher of Science.

At Harris Academy Billericay, you will join a dedicated team of teachers and staff supporting our excellent students. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow, inspire and develop, this may be the role for you.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree
• Have successful teaching experience at secondary level (can be teaching practice), ideally including experience in multi-ethnic urban schools and of working in an 11-18 school
• Understand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning
• Understand the importance of high expectations and equality of access for all students, and of being a tutor
• Have knowledge of National Curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4, and of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students' work
• Be able to work as part of a team and to develop and maintain positive relationships with all staff
• Have a good level of ICT skills, ideally including innovative use of interactive white boards
• Be able to create a motivating and safe learning environment for all students
• Be able to communicate positively with parents, carers and other external agencies where necessary
• Have good written and spoken communication skills
• Be able to lead and manage their own work effectively
• Have excellent time management skills
• Be able to motivate students and raise their aspirations through a range of strategies