Teacher of Science

Teaching Vacancies; Northwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Medicash Proactive Health Plan

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Counsellor wellbeing support

Professional development opportunities

Open door policy

Job summary

Rudheath Senior Academy is seeking a passionate Science Teacher to inspire curiosity and understanding. You will deliver engaging lessons, set high expectations for achievement and behaviour, and support students to reach their potential in a supportive school environment.

As part of North West Academies Trust, the role offers collaborative planning time, access to professional development, wellbeing support, and a commitment to safeguarding and excellent outcomes for every pupil.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with a passion for science and student-centred learning.
• Experience delivering engaging science lessons across key stages.
• Commitment to high standards of achievement, behaviour and attendance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging science lessons and assess pupil progress.
• Set high expectations and maintain effective behaviour in class.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop an enriching curriculum.
• Support wider school life and student well-being.

Skills

Science teaching

Classroom management

Curriculum development

Student engagement

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in science or related field

Tools

Lab equipment

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you passionate about inspiring young people to explore and understand the world through science? Do you have the enthusiasm and expertise to bring scientific concepts to life and foster curiosity, critical thinking and a love of learning?

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Science to join our successful and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Early Career Teacher or an experienced practitioner to develop their career within a school that values high-quality teaching, strong relationships and excellent outcomes for all students.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a dedicated and effective classroom practitioner with a passion for Science.
• Have high expectations of achievement, behaviour and attendance.
• Be committed to delivering engaging and challenging lessons that inspire curiosity and a love of learning.
• Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and a commitment to raising standards.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop an ambitious and enriching curriculum.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school.

What the school offers its staff

North West Academies Trust (NWAT) believes that an aspirational and inspirational education is the right of every child. Our success is driven by a commitment to relentlessly work to improve standards and outcomes for our pupils.

As specialists in providing high-quality education, we are passionate about supporting schools within their communities and helping to ensure outstanding learning opportunities for every child.

As part of NWAT we believe that the best possible education can only be provided if children are happy, well-fed and well-cared for. We understand that children learn best through experiences and that skills should be learned through fun, excitement and challenges. Residentials, swimming, inter-school sports and special days out take pride of place on all of the Trust school calendars.

For our staff, we offer:

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Enrolment to the Medicash Proactive Health Plan to help with costs of everyday healthcare.
• Access to 24/ 7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Accredited counsellor to offer wellbeing support for all staff.
• Bespoke professional development opportunities.
• Open door policy for communication across the Trust.
• Opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of NWAT.

Commitment to safeguarding

Rudheath Senior Academy is committed to providing a secure environment for pupils where children feel safe and are kept safe. As a school we recognise that safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is everyone’s responsibility, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. North West Academies Trust is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people. An enhanced disclosure from the DBS is required.