Teacher of Science

Woodlands; Borden; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in Sittingbourne is seeking a qualified Science Teacher to join their dedicated team. The ideal candidate should have the capability to teach Biology to at least KS4 and preferably have experience in Physics as well. This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on educational excellence and engagement. The working hours are full-time, with flexibility for part-time applicants. Interested individuals can discuss the role further with the HR Assistant.

Qualifications

• Strong competence and skills in teaching science subjects.
• Ability to teach across all Key Stages.
• Interest in contributing to educational visits.

Responsibilities

• Teach all key stages in the science department.
• Contribute to educational visits within and beyond the UK.
• Focus on pedagogical improvement and enthusiasm for the subject.

Skills

Ability to teach Biology to at least KS4

Teaching Physics (preferably)

Passion for pedagogy

Job description

Overview

Post: Science Teacher

Grade: MPS/UPS

Responsible to: Head of Department

Start date: Immediately

Working hours: Full Time (but would also accept part time applicants)

About the school

Would you like to work in a “harmonious community” where “pupils are keen to learn and respectful to all”? (Ofsted). Borden Grammar School provides students opportunities to improve life chances in a supportive environment. You would be joining a strong team of specialists, focused on pedagogical improvement and passionate about creating a love for their subject. The successful candidate should be confident that Borden is an exciting and supportive place to work.

Responsibilities and requirements

Borden is actively seeking a highly competent and skilled professional with a love of their subject. All science specialisms are highly popular and successful subjects at both GCSE and A Level, resulting from a challenging curriculum combined with a reflective pedagogy. The successful candidate will be part of a very strong department and should be able to teach all Key Stages, with the potential of offering A level if they wish to. The successful candidate will need to be able to teach Biology to at least KS4 as well as another science, preferably Physics, however, there is the ability to be somewhat flexible in the specialism. The Science department regularly leads educational visits within and beyond the UK, and the successful applicant would be expected to contribute to this expansive ethos.

The post is equally suited to somebody seeking to join the profession or looking for career development by securing a new post in a successful school. You would be joining a strong team of specialists, focused on pedagogical improvement and passionate about creating a love for their subject. The successful candidate should be confident that Borden is both an exciting and supportive place to work.

Closing details

Closing date: MiddaySunday 22nd February Interview date: w/c 2nd March

Please note we do not accept CVs.

Interested candidates are welcome to telephone the school for an informal discussion or to arrange a visit to the school - please ask to speak to Mrs K Murphy, HR Assistant, to make arrangements.