Teacher of Science

Harris Academy Riverside; Purfleet-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Academy Riverside is seeking a dedicated Teacher of Science, specialising in A Level Biology, to join our 11–18 school. The role requires QTS or equivalent and an undergraduate degree, with proven secondary teaching experience.

You will work within a committed team, plan engaging lessons, and assess student progress while upholding high expectations and inclusivity in a multi-ethnic urban context.

Qualifications

• QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree.
• Secondary teaching experience, ideally including experience in multi-ethnic urban schools and in an 11-18 setting.
• Knowledge of National Curriculum requirements at KS3/KS4; ability to write lesson plans, develop resources and assess students' work.
• Ability to work as part of a team and maintain positive relationships with staff.
• Good ICT skills, including interactive white boards.
• Ability to create a motivating and safe learning environment for all students.
• Ability to communicate positively with parents, carers and external agencies.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Ability to lead and manage own work effectively.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Able to motivate students and raise their aspirations through various strategies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Science teaching with a focus on A Level Biology within a strong department.
• Plan lessons, develop resources and assess student work.
• Collaborate with staff to support students and families.
• Maintain a motivating and safe learning environment for all students.
• Contribute to whole-school priorities and tutor responsibilities.

Skills

Effective teaching

Equality of access

Tutor duties

Lesson planning

Resource development

Assessment

ICT skills

Teamwork

Parental communication

Time management

Motivate students

Education

QTS or equivalent

Undergraduate degree

Job description

We are currently looking to appoint a dedicated and inspiring Teacher of Science, specialising in A Level Biology.

At Harris Academy Riverside, 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