Science Teacher

Orchard School Bristol, Bristol, Bristol, BS7 0XZ

25 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  30 June 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  2 June 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Main Scale/UPS

Science Teacher job summary

This job description is to be performed in accordance with the provisions of the School Teacher's Pay and Conditions document and within the range of teachers’ duties set out in that document. Performance of these duties is under the reasonable directions of the Headteacher made known through the staff handbook and other appropriate communications made known from time to time.

It is expected that staff at Orchard School Bristol agree with, abide by and promote the aims and objectives of the school. The school is an institution where each member is valued as part of our school community which is committed to equality of educational opportunity.

PURPOSE OF THE POST:

• To deliver a broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum to students of varying ages and abilities

• To establish a positive learning experience which supports students to achieve their full academic potential

• To monitor and support the progress and development of students

• To raise standards of attainment and contribute to closing of gaps between groups of students

• To share and support the delivery of students’ personal development and academic growth as teacher and tutor

MAJOR FOCUS OF ACCOUNTABILITIES

The Major Focus of Knowledge and Skills

Classroom teachers should demonstrate strong knowledge and understanding of:

• Their teaching subject(s)

• Principles and practices of effective teaching and learning

• Principles and practice of monitoring, assessment and evaluation

• Preparation and development of schemes of work and resources to enhance the curriculum

• The application of information and communications technology (ICT) to learning, teaching and assessment

Teaching and Learning

• Prepare and teach lessons of a high standard to the students according to their educational needs:

• Follow designated programmes of study, and lead contributions to new ones

• Secure engagement and enjoyment of learning by students in your charge

• Assess, record and report on attendance, progress, development and attainment

• Ensure effective and efficient deployment of classroom support

• Maintain discipline in accordance with school policies and procedures and demonstrate good practice in the classes taught with regard to attendance, appearance, uniform, punctuality, behaviour, homework and maintenance of a pleasant subject focused learning environment.

• Contribute to and adhere to school quality procedures, including monitoring, evaluation and review

• Contribute positively and effectively to your teams and to working relationships across the school through positive contribution in academic, pastoral and other school meetings

• Contribute to the process of curriculum development, working closely with and consulting teachers who are responsible for similar curriculum areas, ensuring continuity and progression for students in line with the school’s strategic priorities

• Organise and participate in exciting and motivating trips and events

• Communicate effectively with parents/carers and take part in liaison events with parents and agencies outside school, as appropriate

• Maintain regular and productive communication with parents about their child’s progress and behaviour and development, including attending after school parent meetings as required

• Participate in the applications of the department homework policy which includes setting and marking of homework and monitoring homework diaries.

GENERAL AND REVIEW:

A teacher and tutor will carry out the above responsibilities under the general supervision of the Headteacher or her designate.

Undertake such duties as may from time to time be reasonably assigned by the Headteacher operating within the provision of the School Teacher’s Pay and Conditions of Employment.

This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition. It will be reviewed periodically and when appropriate. It may be subject to change or modification at any time, following discussion.

PART TWO: PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

A member of staff is expected to demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct. The following statements define the behaviour and attitudes which set the required standard for conduct, whilst working at the school.

Members of staff are expected to maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour within and outside school, by:

- Treating students with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing boundaries appropriate to a staff member having regard to the need to safeguard students, in accordance with statutory provisions

- Showing tolerance and respect for the rights of others

- Not undermining fundamental British values, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect, and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs

- Ensuring that personal beliefs are not expressed in ways which could exploit students’ vulnerability or might lead them to break the law

- Members of staff must have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practice of the school in which they work, and maintain high standards in their own attendance and punctuality

- Code of conduct: The school expects all staff to ensure that their standards of conduct are, at all times, compliant with Orchard School/TiLA Code of Conduct.

Additional duties/ responsibilities

To comply with any reasonable request to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this Job Description.

Equalities

The Trust has a strong commitment to achieving equality of opportunity in its services to the community and in the employment of people. It expects all employees to understand, comply with and to promote its policies in their own work, undertake appropriate training and challenge racism and all forms of discrimination.

Health and Safety

Every employee is responsible for their own Health and Safety, as well as that of colleagues, students and the public. Employees should co-operate with management, follow established systems of work, use protective equipment where necessary and report defectives and hazards to management personnel.

Commitment to safeguarding

Trust in Learning (Academies) is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance. Our policy and practice is in line with the Department for Education’s ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ Guidance.

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About Orchard School Bristol

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 907 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Orchard School Bristol website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/orchard-school-bristol

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