Teacher of Science

Moulton School and Science College; Northampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

A well-resourced working environment

Professional development opportunities

Flexible Working Contracts

Cycle to work scheme

Generous Pension Scheme

Training and support

Job summary

Moulton School and Science College in Northampton is seeking a dynamic Teacher of Science to join a successful science department. The role is part-time (3 days a week) and teaches Biology, Chemistry and Physics at Key Stage 3 and 4.

You will deliver high-quality lessons, assess progress and work collaboratively with a supportive team. The post offers progression within a well-resourced school with two new science laboratories, strong CPD, and a competitive, scale-based salary from £34,823 to

Qualifications

• QTS qualified teachers with ability to teach all three sciences at Key Stage 3.
• Ability to engage and motivate students and work within a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, engaging science lessons.
• Assess progress and provide timely feedback.
• Collaborate with science department to develop resources.

Skills

Effective pedagogy

Team player

Engaging lessons

Education

QTS qualified

Job description

MOULTON SCHOOL AND SCIENCE COLLEGE

TEACHER OF SCIENCE

Part Time (3 days a week)

Teachers’ Professional Scale

£34,823 - £51,048

(£20,893 - £30,628 Pro Rata)

We are seeking to appoint, a dynamic and inspirational Teacher of Science to join our very successful science department. The successful candidate will have a passion for their subject and the ability to engage and motivate students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality, engaging lessons that ignite curiosity and foster a deep understanding of scientific principles. The ability to teach all three sciences (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics) at Key Stage 3 is essential.

The successful candidate will be:

• enthusiastic and well organised
• able to motivate and inspire students
• committed to working in a team
• have a commitment to their own personal development
• QTS qualified
• Provided with training and support

We are looking for someone who:

• has the drive and vision to grow
• enjoys being part of a team and sharing ideas and materials
• wants to make lessons fun and engaging
• enjoys learning new skills
• sets targets for improvement for individual students and as a subject area
• uses management information to assess target goals and progress

The science department is:

• a welcoming and supportive team, keen to develop and improve, both as individual practitioners and as a group
• fully equipped with resources and relevant technology, including 2 new Science Laboratories in our new building.
• successfully offering the full range of qualifications up to A Level Biology, Chemistry and Physics

Key Responsibilities include:

• To deliver engaging and high-quality lessons that enable all students to achieve.
• To support and work alongside an effective teaching team which continually enhances the quality of learning and achievement.
• Adapt lessons to ensure that there are opportunities available for all to maximise student progress
• To assess progress and provide timely feedback to support learning.

It’s not just a job, it’s a career - the benefits we offer you:

• A well-resourced and enjoyable working environment
• Professional development support to improve your practice
• A school with a strong commitment to improving performance and outcomes.
• All ECT’s start on MPS2
• Flexible Working Contracts
• Extensive CPD training which provides a range of tailored and bespoke CPD opportunities
• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Cycle to work scheme
• A supportive leadership team who are engaged in your professional development and success
• Employee Assistance Programme (Counselling, information and support)
• Generous Pension Scheme

We reserve the right to withdraw the advert if sufficient applications are received before the closing date.

Moulton School is a successful, popular and over-subscribed school on the northern boundary of Northampton. The school was graded Good in its last two Ofsted inspections, and there is a strong commitment to further improvement based on effective teaching and learning and high expectations of students. Whilst maintaining firm discipline, built around our ASPIRE ethos and school values, the school is deeply committed to supporting the development of whole child, and is one of very few schools to hold the Restorative Services Quality Mark. Our student leadership programme is also a significant strength of the school. As a member of staff at Moulton School, your on-going professional development is of crucial importance, and the school has an outstanding record of supporting colleagues into middle and senior leadership roles.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to show this commitment. The successful applicant will be expected to undertake safeguarding checks, including a criminal record check via the Disclosure & Barring Service, the cost of which will be met by the school.

Please be aware that referees will be contacted prior to interview in accordance with accepted Child Protection Procedures.