Teacher of Science
The Gainsborough Academy, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1PB8 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible/Easter 2025
Closing date
29 November 2024 at 3pm
Date listed
21 November 2024
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 Hours per week
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS
What skills and experience we're looking for
Join Our Team as a Teacher of Science!
Are you passionate about igniting curiosity and fostering a love for science in young minds? Do you thrive on creating engaging lessons that inspire students to explore the wonders of world? If so, we want you to be a part of our vibrant school community!
Key Responsibilities Include:Teaching Excellence:
- Craft captivating courses and meticulously plan engaging lessons that cater to the diverse educational needs of our pupils.
- Bring science to life in the classroom through interactive and innovative teaching methods.
- Assess, record, and report on pupil development, progress, and achievements in alignment with school policies.
- Collaborate with pupils and parents to set short-term learning targets, ensuring every student reaches their full potential.
Guidance and Support:
- Foster the well-being and progress of each pupil in your care, offering guidance on educational and social matters.
- Maintain open communication with parents, providing insights and resources for continued support and growth.
- Record and report on the personal and social needs of pupils when necessary, ensuring a holistic approach to education.
Assessment and Professional Development:
- Provide comprehensive assessments, reports, and references to support pupil development.
- Participate in appraisal and performance management frameworks to enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Continuously review and refine teaching methods, actively engaging in further training and professional development opportunities.
Discipline and Safety:
- Uphold discipline and ensure the health and safety of pupils both on school premises and during authorised activities.
- Contribute to the smooth functioning of the school by attending meetings, covering for absent teachers, and participating in pastoral care activities.
Qualifications:
- Qualified teacher status (QTS) or equivalent.
- Relevant degree in Science or Education.
- Demonstrated experience in delivering outstanding science education.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for nurturing young minds.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
What the school offers its staff
We’re Wickersley Partnership Trust (WPT) - a multi-academy trust with eight primary schools, five secondary schools, one sixth form and one Central Team under our umbrella.We’re dotted across Rotherham, South Yorkshire with one school based in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire.At WPT, students are at the heart of everything we do, and we aim to send all children into an ever-changing world, able and qualified to play their full part in it. To give them the best educational experience possible, we recognise the importance of investing in and supporting our colleagues.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
About The Gainsborough Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 690 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- The Gainsborough Academy website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- recruitment@wickersleypt.org
- Phone number
- 01709807600
The Gainsborough Academy is an inclusive and aspirational Academy based in the Lincolnshire town of Gainsborough, easily accessible from the M18, M180 and A1 motorway networks. We occupy a state of the art building with extensive grounds, learning and recreational facilities which are designed to inspire pupils and staff alike. At the Gainsborough Academy we are passionate about education and have a belief that all students regardless of their ability and background, deserve choice and opportunity.
We are working with Wickerlsey Partnership Trust. An outstanding Trust based in Rotherham.
Arranging a visit to The Gainsborough Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@wickersleypt.org.
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