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The Post Teacher of Science
Salary Main/Upper Pay Scale (subject to experience)
TLR N/A
Contract type and term Full time, fixed term, 12 months in the first instance
September 2025 or sooner.
We are seeking a teacher of Science to start September 2026 or sooner. This is a 1 year fixed term contract in the first instance and we would like a colloeague with excellent qualifications, who is enthusiastic and dynamic with a strong ambition to develop their practice, someone who will work collaboratively with the team, is receptive to innovative practices, and is an inspirational and motivational practitioner.
The ethos of the department is one of engagement, enjoyment, excellent teacher/student relationships and expectations of high standards for all students. We are seeking someone who will impart a love of Science to students of all abilities and backgrounds. A sense of humour and the ability to be a team player are vital.
Salary: MPS - UPS depending on experience
Closing Date: 17 January 2025, 12.00pm
Interview Date: 20 January 2025
Other Information
At Parklands we aim to deliver an exceptional educational experience to our student community. We are proud of our reputation as a forward-thinking school that invests in the latest teaching and learning technologies and resources. Combined with an extensive pastoral support network, we foster leadership skills and develop the attributes, personal qualities, and social skills that will be essential to our students as they become adults in an ever-changing world. Indeed, in May 2023, Ofsted commented;
“Pupils feel safe and cared for as part of this welcoming and friendly school. Pupils of different ages interact well in their mixed-age tutor groups. They said that this helps them to get to know many more pupils across the school. Overall, pupils enjoy attending Parklands High School. They are happy. Leaders have high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils have positive attitudes towards their learning. They work hard and they achieve highly”
The science department is forward thinking, creative, innovative and supportive of change and new approaches. Science staff teach in 8 modern, well equipped laboratories, we have three prep rooms and are supported by a team of three technicians. The science department aspires to deliver engaging, contextual and challenging lessons that will excite students about the subject and prepare them for GCSE and beyond.
We are looking for a teacher of science who is inspired by the opportunity to work with colleagues who genuinely want to improve the experiences and outcomes for all students in their care and create a curriculum which inspires and enables students to perform at their best. Improving the quality of teaching and learning is at the heart of our school; we run extensive CPD programmes and weekly departmental Quality of Education meetings in order to provide support and challenge so that the quality of teaching at Parklands is as good as it possibly can be.
This position would suit a qualified teacher who is looking to broaden their experience in preparation for leadership or an ECT.
The successful candidate will:
- be an excellent teacher
- be a strategic and innovative thinker
- be committed to raising achievement and levels of progress for all learners
- be focused on improving teaching and learning
- be a team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- have excellent subject knowledge
- be fully invested in their own CPD
Principal responsibilities:
- To contribute to high quality teaching and learning in Science including the production of shared resources.
- To participate in the development and implementation of appropriate syllabi, materials and schemes of work reflecting the school’s published aims, policies and procedures.
- To maintain accurate and complete assessment records and use them constructively to inform learning and to report to parents as required.
- To participate in the process of student target-setting, developing and implementing schemes of work and maintaining progressive learning outcomes in lessons.
- To attend and contribute to department meetings, TLC sessions and INSET training as required.
- To contribute to the Quality of Education in the Science department.
- To participate in subject specific CPD opportunities that maximise the quality of Teaching and Learning in Science.
Additional specific responsibilities:
- To be the form teacher of an assigned form.
- To undertake the pastoral care and guidance of each individual in the form and monitor their academic progress.
- To deal with and administer all routine business connected with the form, including returns as required.
- To take responsibility for the conduct of Form time.
- To provide or contribute to reports and keep records as appropriate.
- To check and comment on reports to parents as needed.
- To keep a general eye on the personal appearance and behaviour of the form and insist on a high standard.
- To attend and contribute to assemblies when required and actively supervise the form's movement both to the place of assembly and whilst it is in progress.
- To attend House meetings.
General duties:
- To have responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the young people for whom you are responsible and all those you may come into contact with.
- To mark the register of all groups in accordance with the procedures determined by the attendance policies.
- To carry out a share of supervisory duties in accordance with published schedules.
- To share responsibility for good order and discipline in the school.
- To participate in appropriate meetings with colleagues and parents or carers.
- To participate in Appraisal and School Self Evaluation arrangements.
- To adhere to published school policies.
- To be courteous to colleagues, students and parents and provide a welcoming environment to guests.
- To discharge your duty of care for your own and others’ health and safety.