Teacher of Science
Astor Secondary School, Dover, Kent, CT17 0AS31 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
4 April 2025 at 9am
Date listed
25 February 2025
Job details
Job role
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Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you a passionate and innovative Science Teacher ready to bring your love for learning to life? Astor Secondary School is seeking an enthusiastic Science Teacher to join our school and team of science specialists.
Position: Science Teacher
Contract Type: Full Time
Expected Start Date:01/09/25
Salary: Main Scale
About Us:
Astor Secondary School is not your average secondary school – we're a hub of creativity, curiosity, and academic development. Our commitment to providing a stimulating and inclusive learning environment sets us apart, and we're searching for a Science Teacher who shares our passion for making education exciting and memorable.
The Role:
As a Science Teacher at Astor Secondary School, you will have the opportunity to:
- Inspire students with your passion for science and hands-on experiments.
- Foster critical thinking and scientific inquiry through engaging and interactive lessons.
- Contribute to the development of our forward-thinking science curriculum.
- Collaborate with a supportive team of educators to create a positive learning environment.
- Showcase your creativity and innovation in the classroom.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, prepare, and deliver effective and differentiated science lessons.
- Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student participation and achievement.
- Assess and provide constructive feedback on student progress.
- Collaborate with colleagues to contribute to the development of the science curriculum.
- Participate in school events, parent-teacher events, and professional development activities.
Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching certification.
- A degree in a science-related field.
- Proven experience teaching science at the secondary level.
- Enthusiasm for implementing engaging and student-centred teaching strategies.
- A commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
If you are passionate about science education and committed to fostering a love for learning, we invite you to apply. Please complete the application form and ensure you add the names and contact information for two professional references.
Astor Secondary School is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
What the school offers its staff
Samphire Star Education Trust is a family of schools which serve the south of Kent community and beyond. We are Astor Secondary School, Barton Junior School, Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School, and White Cliffs Primary and Nursery School.
We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of our staff and students. At all levels, individuals have the opportunity to extend their interests and develop their talents through collaboration and celebration within strong and imaginative teams.
We have a well-established reputation for offering our pupils a safe and caring environment in which they can be happy and thrive as they learn. Ideas and opportunities are explored with enthusiasm through a broad and balanced curriculum throughout our Schools. All young people in our community, from the youngest to the oldest, are encouraged and supported to be the very best versions of themselves possible.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Legislation.
Applying for the job
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to hr@samphirestar.com
CVs are not accepted.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Astor Secondary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 782 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Astor Secondary School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- hr@samphirestar.com
At Astor Secondary School, we wholeheartedly believe in the power of education to transform lives and in our collective responsibility to ensure that "Achievement for All" is not just a motto, but a living reality.
The school offers a welcoming, supportive and caring environment for staff. Professional development and staff wellbeing is valued at all levels. We also offer an expanding benefits package which includes an excellent Employee Support Programme (which includes free counselling support, GP appointments and wellbeing resources), a great salary-based pension scheme, a wellbeing day in term time, a staff discount scheme, an eye-care scheme and free tea and coffee on site.
Our school is a place where we embrace diversity, celebrate individuality, and foster a culture of inclusivity.
Arranging a visit to Astor Secondary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@samphirestar.com.
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