KS3 Lead for Science

The Levels School Limited; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent specialist day school in the UK is seeking a dedicated KS3 Lead for Science to join their established team. This full-time role requires a qualified teacher with experience in supporting students with specific learning differences and mental health challenges. The ideal candidate should possess strong pedagogical skills and the ability to inspire young learners. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in a nurturing environment committed to high-quality education and pastoral care.

Benefits

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

Staff Wellbeing support

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free Parking

Access to Wellbeing App

Qualifications

• Experience with students with SpLD and SEMH difficulties.
• Knowledge of current education issues related to SEND.
• Experience in working within a SEN setting.
• Ability to use multi-sensory teaching techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the KS3 Science Curriculum.
• Provide pastoral support to students.
• Work collaboratively with SENDCo and other staff.
• Inspire students with diverse learning strategies.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status

Experience teaching KS2

Knowledge of SEND

Strong communication skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

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• Option to opt into a Salary Sacrifice Pension with Employer contribution
• Ability to opt into a Salary Sacrifice Electric Car Scheme
• Strong emphasis on Staff Wellbeing and culture of support for staff
• Neuroaffirming workplace with Access to Work completed for relevant staff
• Reflective practice for Senior and Middle Leaders
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free Parking
• Access to free Wellbeing App

The Role

The Levels School is an Independent Specialist Day School offering high quality education and exemplary pastoral care to students with a range of complex, specific learning differences that may include speech, language, and communication needs. Our teaching and learning provision would also meet the needs of individuals presenting with a similar learning profile tothosewith dyslexia andotherSpeech and LanguageCommunication difficulties. Individuals with these differences often have difficulties with working memory, executive function, and speed of processing.In our experience these learners can often suffer with anxiety and have a low self-concept so we are also able to support vulnerable learners that suffer withfatigue or who may have been out of school due to anxiety

An opportunity has arisen for a KS3 Lead for Science at The Levels School full-time from September 26 (Possibility for an earlier start can be discussed at Interview). We are interested in appointing the right person to complement our staff team. An ability to offer another subject eg: ICT, Business Studies, Maths and Geography is always desirable.

Main Responsibilities

The successful candidate will need to be motivated and enthusiastic. You will be joining a committed and dedicated team that have high expectations for students and work hard to ensure they achieve their maximum outcomes.

Due to our continued growth, an opportunity has arisen for a highly skilled, dedicated teacher to become the KS3 Lead for Science at The Levels School full-time from September 2026 (Possibility for an earlier start can be discussed at Interview). We are interested in appointing the right person to complement our staff team and will adapt the role to fit the strengths of the successful candidate.

As a KS3 Leader for Science at The Levels School, you will be working under the direction of the Lead for Science and ICT and the Head teacher and alongside the SENDCo in delivering the curriculum and providing pastoral support to our students. The successful candidate will be experienced across KS3 and KS4. They will have day to day responsibility for leading, developing and delivering the KS3 Science Curriculum, including the pastoral and academic welfare of students. There is the potential opportunity for increased responsibility for the right candidate.

You will need to be a qualified Teacher with experience of SEND including knowledge of the National curriculum and the teaching of Key Stage 3 and 4. Students follow GCSE Double Science at The Levels School. The successful candidate will need to be motivated and enthusiastic with strong pedagogical skills. You will be joining a committed and dedicated team that have high expectations for students and work hard to ensure they achieve their maximum outcomes. Our students all have SpLD broadly in line with those experienced by dyslexia, ASD and other co-occurring difficulties.

Enthusiasm is as important as experience, as you will need to inspire as well as teach.

You will be able to demonstrate a range of multi-sensory teaching techniques and be prepared to go above and beyond for the young people we support. It is important that you are ambitious for our students and have a desire to problem solve and work as a cog in a small team to unpick the nature of their SEND so that strategies can be put in place to allow each student to achieve their maximum potential.

You will have the opportunity to work as part of a supportive team, working in a dynamic environment where you can make a real difference. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates from mainstream or specialist education.

The role of the KS3 Lead for Science is offered on a full time, permanent basis.

We are looking to appoint a flexible, adaptable and dedicated individual with experience in working with students with SpLD and some SEMH difficulties as a result of their barriers to learning.

Our Head Teacher wishes to appoint:

• An outstanding teacher with experience of teaching in Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4
• An inspirational teacher who is committed to providing high quality multi-sensory learning experiences for all children
• A creative teacher who is experienced in curriculum innovation and development
• Has astrong desire to learn and develop their practice
• Is a strong communicator who enjoys working collaboratively

Key Skills Required

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status
• Substantial experience teaching KS2, delivering teaching at a good or outstanding level
• Knowledge of SEND, specifically SpLD
• Knowledge of current education issues in relation to terms of practise, process and curriculum
• Have the ability to work as an integral member of a team that puts the students learning and wellbeing at the centre
• Be experienced in working within a SEN setting or with predominantly SEN pupils

We can offer:

• Opportunities for career development and wide-ranging experiences
• Excellent training and ongoing support from experienced specialist teachers both in their subject specialisms and in SEND

Please note, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a suitable number of applications.

The Levels School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone in our care. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references will be sought prior to your employment start date.

The Ideal Candidate

Key Skills Required

• To develop an understanding of how pupils of relevant age group(s) and ability learn; relevant learning strategies and methods. This knowledge could be acquired through training and experience.
• Knowledge and compliance with policies and procedures relevant to child protection and health and safety. This knowledge could be acquired through training and experience.
• To have experience with SEN teaching, including ASC, anxiety, and Attachment Disorder. This knowledge could be acquired through training and experience.

About the school/organisation

The Levels School is an independent specialist day school offering high-quality education and exemplary pastoral care to students with dyslexia and co-occurring difficulties. Our teaching and learning provision would also meet the needs of individuals presenting with a similar learning profile to those with dyslexia and other speech, language, and communication difficulties.