Teacher of science

Teaching Vacancies; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in London is looking for a qualified teacher with experience in science or related disciplines. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate students and colleagues. The school offers excellent career development opportunities, staff wellbeing programs, and a commitment to safeguarding students. Join a supportive environment where innovative practices are valued.

Benefits

Collaborative curriculum

Weekly CPD sessions

Funding for Masters programmes

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Ability to work flexibly and share workloads during pressure.
• Experience of working with diverse pupil backgrounds.
• Commitment to the school's equal opportunities policy.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status

Successful teaching experience

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to motivate

Technology usage for learning

Education

Qualifications in science or related disciplines

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

• To have qualified teacher status and appropriate qualifications in science or related disciplines.
• Successful teaching experience across a range of key stages.
• The ability to motivate students and staff (teaching and non-teaching).
• Good interpersonal skills: the ability to work well with a wide range of people and also to use initiative - taking the lead when necessary.
• The ability to work flexibly and share workloads, particularly during periods of pressure.
• Experience of working with pupils from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience of improving the quality of teaching and learning through curriculum development and high-quality resources.
• A belief in and commitment to the school’s equal opportunities policy.
• The ability to demonstrate a proactive approach in taking responsibility for the quality of own work and that of others, problem-solving, and using one’s own initiative as appropriate.
• Confident use of technology to promote learning.

What the school offers its staff

Professionally guided practices

• Collaborative knowledge-rich curriculum
• Weekly CPD enabled by early school closure
• Feedback, not marking
• Equalities-informed practices
• Centralised behaviour policy
• No written reports

Excellent career development

• Tailored opportunities for professional growth
• Regular feedback through Instructional coaching
• Funding for Masters programmes
• Leadership opportunities at every stage
• Time with your department is prioritised

Staff wellbeing

• Two-week October half term
• An innovative house system in which all staff participate
• Meetings only on Wednesdays
• Green surroundings and clean air within easy access of central London
• Eco Schools Green Flag - merit
• A range of international and national trips
• SLT open-door policy
• Community building opportunities through a calendar of staff events

Commitment to safeguarding

Safeguarding students is central to everything we do at Highlands School. We are committed to ensuring that students are safe, cared for, and taught how to keep themselves and others safe. We are alert to the signs of abuse and neglect and follow our procedures to ensure that students receive effective support and protection.