Teacher of Science - with secondary subject in Humanities or PE

Teaching Vacancies; Boston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Boston, England, is seeking a dedicated teacher to implement an inclusive curriculum that fosters student development and supports a positive learning environment. The role includes supervising Teaching Assistants and collaborating with professionals, ensuring student safety and well-being. The institution values a strong community spirit and commitment to individual student potential through tailored teaching methodologies. Opportunities for professional growth and development are also included.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Commitment to safeguarding and welfare

Qualifications

• Demonstrable ability to implement a broad and balanced curriculum.
• Proven track record in supporting student development and progress.
• Experience in collaborating with other professionals in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Implement a diverse curriculum in line with National Curriculum requirements.
• Supervise and support Teaching Assistants effectively.
• Cultivate a positive and safe learning environment.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Safeguarding children

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for pupils, incorporating the National Curriculum requirements and in line with the curriculum policies of the school.
• To facilitate, support and monitor the overall progress and development of all the pupils.
• To foster a stimulating and creative learning environment and educational experience, which provides students with the opportunity to fulfil their individual potential, and is conducive to the good management of teaching and learning.
• To share in the development of the school curriculum, courses and study, teaching materials, teaching programmes, methods of teaching and assessment and their review.
• To support and contribute to the school’s responsibility for safeguarding children and have high regard for health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Directing and supervising the work of Teaching Assistants.
• Co-operation and liaison with other professionals, including fellow staff and colleagues from external agencies (for example, Specialist teachers, LAAT support services, health professionals and social workers).

Generic Responsibilities

• Teach pupils in their assigned group according to their educational needs, including the setting and marking of work to be carried out by the students in school.
• To use a variety of a delivery methods appropriate to students’ learning styles and the varying demands of the curriculum.
• To provide a positive, conductive and safe learning environment, encouraging high standards in punctuality, presentation of work and relationships.
• To support the school special needs policy on inclusion and to assist in the identification and teaching of children with special needs within the class.
• To set high expectations for pupils’ behaviour and maintain a good standard of discipline through well focused teaching, fostering positive relationships and implementing the school’s behaviour policy.
• To play a full part in the life of the school and LAAT community, and promote its Christian ethos.
• To follow and actively promote the school’s policies.

Other

The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive. The postholder may be required to undertake other duties that may be required from time to time within the general scope of the post. Any such duties should not substantially change the general character of the post. Duties and responsibilities outside of the general scope of this grade of post will be with the consent of the postholder.

The postholder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with LAAT Equal Opportunities policies.

The postholder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the LAAT Health and Safety policies and procedures.

All employees need to be aware of the possible abuse of children and vulnerable adults and if you are concerned you need to follow the Academies’ Safeguarding Policy. In addition, employees working with children have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of students during their work.

Contact

For an informal discussion about the role, or to arrange a visit, please contact [e-mail].

To apply please go to https://thelaat.co.uk/opportunities/.

What the school offers its staff

We are on an aspirational journey under experienced and ambitious leadership.

Our vision is to be the best version of ourselves in an environment designed to be rewarding, stimulating, and challenging so that students can actualise their potential. Our strong community creates a place of opportunity which allows its students to flourish, find expression, build strength of character, and make positive decisions when faced with adversity. This is guided and discovered through a rich pastoral system which makes a real difference to students lives.

Our alumni progress onto prestigious pathways that lead students access university, apprenticeships, and impressive chosen careers, contributing significantly to the world.

We are dedicated to building opportunities for all students to not only achieve the highest academic standards but also ensure that their unique personality, talents, and interests are nurtured and developed to the full. There is a synergy between developing a well-rounded individual and a strong academic record; students maximise their potential when nurtured in a positive and enriching learning environment.

Changes to, and investment in, the physical building and the environment saw us recruit some fantastic new members of teaching and support staff. All this, combined with William Lovell's distinctive Christian ethos and strong sense of community, mean that the future is very exciting for students at the school.

Our broad and balanced curriculum is complemented by an extensive range of enrichment activities such as creative arts, sports, music, student leadership and academic master classes, amongst many others.

As a Church of England school, our underpinning values, which are deep-rooted in the Christian story, are the driving force of our academy. They resonate through everything we do, creating an inclusive culture where all faiths are valued, everybody is shown and receives Respect, Truth is modelled and encouraged, Generosity is given without expectation to receive, Forgiveness is practised, and Justice is demonstrated.

Commitment to safeguarding

The LAAT Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will require the successful applicant to undertake an Enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.