Teacher of Science NEW Sharples School Posted today Bolton £31,650 - £49,084 per annum Expires [...]

Bolton Gin Company; Bolton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established school in Bolton is seeking an enthusiastic Science Teacher to join their dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity for both Early Career Teachers and experienced practitioners to contribute to a vibrant learning environment. The successful candidate will engage with students across various abilities and sciences, fostering a supportive atmosphere that encourages academic growth. With a strong emphasis on professional development and a variety of benefits, this position promises to be rewarding for those passionate about education and student success.

Benefits

Teachers Pension scheme

On-site parking

Employee assistance programme

Wellbeing incentives

CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven ability to deliver excellent teaching.
• Understanding of pedagogical and assessment issues.

Responsibilities

• Plan lessons to achieve outstanding student progress.
• Utilize diverse teaching methods to sustain engagement.
• Mark and monitor student work, providing feedback.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

High subject expertise

Understanding of curriculum

Assessment issues knowledge

Ability to improve student outcomes

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in Science

Job description

Gold Winner Pearson Teaching Awards ‘Secondary School of the Year 2023-24’

2024 Progress 8 score + 0.86

Teacher of Science
T1-T9 - (£31,650 - £49,084)

Permanent post - required for September 2025

Join the Sharples’ success story

Sharples School Multi-Academy Trust is an over-subscribed mixed comprehensive with over 1,200 pupils, located in the North of Bolton. The school offers stimulating and innovative learning opportunities, transforming aspirations and outcomes for all students and the local community. After being graded 'Good' in 2019, Sharples was judged as ‘significantly improved in all areas’ at its last inspection in January 2025.

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic science teacher to join our forward-thinking school. The position is suitable for either an Early Career Teacher or an experienced practitioner. Sharples School provides a supportive induction program for ECTs, and experienced teachers will find opportunities to expand their expertise and lead on teaching and learning initiatives. The role includes teaching across different abilities and sciences at Key Stages 3 and 4, with potential to take on a pastoral role as a form tutor.

Candidate requirements

• Excellent communication skills
• High subject expertise and understanding of curriculum, pedagogical, and assessment issues
• Proven ability to deliver excellent teaching and improve student outcomes

Key responsibilities

• Plan lessons to achieve outstanding student progress
• Establish high expectations for behaviour and maintain discipline through engaging teaching and positive relationships
• Utilize diverse teaching methods and resources to sustain student engagement
• Use assessment data to inform planning and maximize progress
• Mark and monitor student work, providing constructive feedback and setting targets

Benefits

As a valued member of the Sharples team, you will have access to benefits including the Teachers Pension scheme, on-site parking, the ‘Vivup’ employee assistance programme, wellbeing incentives, and CPD opportunities.

Application process

Download the application form, complete it fully, and submit with a letter outlining how you meet the requirements (no more than two sides of A4, font size 10). Send via email to [e-mail] by 9:00 am on Thursday 15 May 2025. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 21 May 2025. CVs are not accepted. Please note that we do not offer Visa Sponsorship.

Safeguarding and additional information

Sharples School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Pre-employment checks, including an enhanced disclosure, will be undertaken. An online search will be conducted on shortlisted candidates as part of due diligence, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023. The school operates a no-smoking policy.

Contact details

Hill Cot Road
Bolton
BL1 8SN
Tel: [phone]

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Recruitment Pack

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