Teacher of Science (Temp)

Teaching Vacancies; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Barnsley is seeking a qualified Science teacher who holds a relevant degree and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). The role requires strong subject knowledge, teaching experience, and the ability to engage students effectively. The position offers various wellness benefits including access to pension schemes and health services. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare. This role promises personal and professional growth within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Membership to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Access to extensive discounts platform

Gym & fitness discounts

24/7 access to online GP

Qualifications

• Good degree in Science related discipline.
• Teaching qualification with QTS.
• Secure knowledge in Science up to GCSE.

Responsibilities

• Improve learning and achievement of all students.
• Utilize a range of teaching and learning strategies.
• Communicate both orally and in writing to students and parents.

Skills

Strong and secure subject knowledge in Science

Recent and relevant teaching experience

Ability to relate to students

Understanding of curriculum developments in Science

Confidence in computer packages

Innovative problem solving

Able to communicate high expectations

Education

A good degree in an appropriate discipline related to Science

A teaching qualification with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Tools

SMART board

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Essential

• A good degree in an appropriate discipline related to Science (A/C)
• A teaching qualification together with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (A/C)
• A strong and secure subject knowledge in Science up to GCSE (A/I)
• Recent and relevant teaching experience (A/I/R)
• Experience of assessment at key stage 3 and 4 (A/I/R)
• Awareness of the strategies available for improving the learning and achievement of all students (A/I)
• A good understanding of curriculum developments in Science (A/I)
• Able to use a range of teaching and learning strategies (A/I)
• An understanding of how assessment for learning can improve student performance (A/I)
• Confidence in the use of standard computer packages and how these can be used to enhance student learning (A/I)
• Able to use student level data to raise standards (A/I)
• Able to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a team (A/I)
• Enthusiasm for your subject area (A/I)
• Creative in problem solving together with willingness to take on and try new approaches and ideas (A/I)
• Ability to relate to students in a pleasant and sympathetic manner and to recognise potential safeguarding issues (A/I/R)
• Able to communicate both orally and in writing to students and their parents (A/I/R)
• Able to communicate high expectations to all students (A/I/R)
• Willingness to share good practice across the department and beyond (A/I/R)

Desirable

• Strong ICT skills including SMART board or Promethean (A/I/R

Last updated: 31.03.2022

What the school offers its staff

Financial Wellbeing

• Membership to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Technology scheme and Vehicle Leasing Scheme*
• Access to an extensive discounts platform

Physical Wellbeing

• 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner for you & your household
• Gym & fitness discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme*
• Free annual flu jab

Mental Wellbeing

• Access to an industry leading Employee Assistance Programme
• Menopause Support Service
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings

*Subject to ensuring NMW is maintained

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), medical online and social media prohibition from teaching, right to work satisfactory references, suitability to work with children. You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.