Teacher of Science
Sackville School, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 3TY11 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
22 April 2025 at 9am
Date listed
21 March 2025
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time, part time: Full time FTE 1. Part time variable
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS
Additional allowances
Possible TLR and possible recruitment allowance for an outstanding candidate
What skills and experience we're looking for
CORE PURPOSE:
To develop and enhance the teaching and learning of your subject.
To raise the levels of attainment and progress of all students in your subject.
TEACHING:
Deliver high quality lessons that meet the needs of all students.
Ensure subject knowledge is up to date and refreshed as necessary.
Participate in all internal CPD sessions and attend external CPD as required to develop pedagogy.
Participate in the appraisal review process following the completion of the ECT induction process.
MONITORING STUDENTS’ EXPERIENCE:
Attendance:
Ensure effective practice in accordance with the school policy.
Behaviour:
Effectively manage students’ behaviour in accordance with the school Culture for learning policy, applying appropriate departmental rewards and sanctions, including promoting the use of restorative approaches to behaviour management and establishing positive relationships with students and families.
Records:
Ensure that students’ records are accurate, updated and accessible e.g. attendance registers, internal communications, and reports.
Reporting:
Complete effective report writing to parents, as identified in the school calendar.
Record attainment and progress data as required.
Attend parent/carer Consultation and Information Evenings as required.
Uniform
Monitor the standard of uniform in accordance with school policy and deal with any uniform variations.
CURRICULUM:
Attend subject meetings.
Contribute to the planning for departmental improvement and cross curricular links.
Contribute to the development and regular revision of appropriate schemes of learning showing adaptive teaching and assessment in accordance with school guidelines.
Contribute to the wider life of the school through extra-curricular activities.
Liaise closely with Community Teams and Form Tutors to monitor student progress and agree interventions to raise achievement.
ASSESSMENT:
Contribute to the clear and effective methods of assessment in line with national and school policies.
Use all relevant prior and current performance data to monitor individual student progress in your classes.
Ensure KS3, KS4 and KS5 attainment targets are met using all appropriate strategies for improvement and student support.
HEALTH AND SAFETY:
To ensure the health and safety of all students and to report concerns to the line manager promptly.
SAFEGUARDING
Follow all school safeguarding procedures and policies.
What the school offers its staff
Sackville School is a vibrant and inclusive school with a strong sense of community. Our students are well-behaved, ambitious, and a pleasure to work with, while our dedicated staff and supportive families create an environment where everyone thrives. Our motto, 'Together We Achieve,' is at the heart of everything we do.
We set high academic standards, and our students make excellent progress at Key Stage 4 and in our Sixth Form. Many secure places at Oxbridge and Russell Group universities, while others successfully pursue apprenticeships, employment, or training that aligns with their aspirations. As a truly comprehensive school, we celebrate all pathways to success.
Pastoral care is central to our ethos. Every member of staff plays a vital role in supporting students’ well-being and personal development. Our Communities system fosters a strong sense of belonging, ensuring that every student is known, valued, and supported to reach their full potential.
Beyond the classroom, we offer a broad and enriching curriculum. Trips, clubs, charity work, and competitions enhance our students’ experience. Opportunities for art, drama, music and sport are all very strong at Sackville, alongside opportunities to participate in a number of STEM related activities.
As an SSAT ‘Leading Edge’ school, we are recognised for our excellence in professional learning, curriculum design, research engagement, and leadership with moral purpose. High-quality teaching and learning drive our success, and we offer extensive opportunities for professional development through collaboration within our Federation of schools and national networks such as SSAT, Challenge Partners, and PiXL. This includes taking a lead role in the delivery of coaching and leadership training across Sussex.
“Our vision is to provide a safe and inclusive community where every student reaches their full potential and develops a love of learning by living our values every day”. We believe that every student has unique talents, and it is our responsibility—regardless of our role in school—to provide the opportunities, challenges, and support that enable them to flourish.
Are you an inspirational teacher or leader with the ability to motivate and inspire both students and colleagues? Do you share our philosophy of high aspirations and expectations for all? Do you believe in the power of positive and collaborative relationships between students, families, and school to overcome barriers to learning?
If so, we would love to hear from you.
Further details about the role
Teacher of Science
Required for September 2025, Full or Part time MPS/UPS
We are seeking an enthusiastic and talented Teacher of Science to join our large, thriving, and fully staffed faculty. This is an exciting opportunity to teach across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, inspiring students to achieve their full potential. For suitably experienced candidates, there is the possibility of a Teaching and Learning Responsibility (TLR). If this interests you, please indicate it in your application letter.
About the Science Faculty
Our Science faculty is a large and thriving team, fully staffed with subject specialists. The department is well-resourced, featuring a dedicated suite of specialist classrooms and IT resources. Collaboration is at the heart of our approach, with joint planning, CPD opportunities, and strong team support. At Key Stage 4 we offer: AQA Double and Triple Science. Our Key Stage 5 curriculum includes: OCR Biology, AQA Chemistry, and AQA Physics (including Astrophysics and Medical Physics), plus the AQA Level 3 Extended Certificate in Applied Science
Why Join Sackville School?
Sackville School is a popular and oversubscribed 11-18 mixed comprehensive with 1,650 students on roll. We are committed to fostering a supportive and ambitious environment where both staff and students thrive.
We take pride in: ✔ Strong academic results, including consistently above-average Progress 8 scores and a proven track record of A-Level success ✔ A welcoming and collaborative school culture, built on strong relationships and mutual respect ✔ A commitment to investing in our staff, with bespoke CPD opportunities and a thorough induction programme for new colleagues
We welcome applications from:
Experienced teachers looking for a new challenge in a dynamic and well-established department
ECTs seeking excellent training, mentoring, and career development opportunities
Application Details
Closing Date: Tuesday, 22 April 2025 (9:00 am) Interview Date: Thursday, 1 May 2025
We encourage early applications, as we reserve the right to shortlist and interview before the closing date.
Join us and be part of a school that is passionate about fighting for every child and ensuring all students develop a lifelong love of learning.
Further details are available on our website www.sackvilleschool.org.uk or from Mrs K Dawson PA to the Headteacher, on 01342 414900. An application form, safer recruitment form and letter of application addressed to the Headteacher, should be sent to hr@sackvilleschool.org.uk
Sackville School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is covered by the Protection of Children Act and any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service. It should be noted that it is a requirement of the Governors of Sackville School that candidates should, whenever possible, name as referees current and former employers (via Heads or Principals where employment at educational institutions is concerned).
Commitment to safeguarding
Sackville School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is covered by the Protection of Children Act and any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service. It should be noted that it is a requirement of the Governors of Sackville School that candidates should, whenever possible, name as referees current and former employers (via Heads or Principals where employment at educational institutions is concerned).
Applying for the job
Please complete the online application.
CVs are not accepted.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Sackville School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1653 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Sackville School website
- Email address
- hr@sackvilleschool.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01342 410140
Sackville is an oversubscribed, vibrant and highly successful community of learners with strong results and high staff morale. We are an open, inclusive and fully comprehensive school.
Arranging a visit to Sackville School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@sackvilleschool.org.uk.
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