Teacher - Science (Fixed Term)
Luminate Education Group, Harrogate College, Harrogate, HG2 8QT16 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
18 November 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
2 November 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term - Until Jan/Feb 2027
Full time equivalent salary
- Commencing at £31,916 with progression to £35,912 per annum
What skills and experience we're looking for
About the Role
Harrogate College are recruiting for a Teacher to be part of the science department to deliver BTEC L3 qualifications to 16-19 year olds and Access to Health Science for adults.
The science department at Harrogate is leading the way across North Yorkshire region by offering the provision of an industry led qualification which specifically prepares the next generation of young people working in the sector.
We are a team of both industry and specialist academic teachers who ensure that each of our students is provided with an exceptional experience with outcomes to match.
Please note, this is a fixed term role until Jan 2027 at the earliest.
What You Will Do
Design and deliver innovative, industry-aligned lessons, effectively utilising digital and traditional learning resources.
Implement robust assessment strategies to provide constructive feedback that drives student achievement and high-quality outcomes.
Monitor learner progress through systematic target setting and data-driven tracking to ensure consistent development.
Cultivate a creative and inspiring environment that motivates learners to exceed their goals and refine their professional skills.
Maintain current subject expertise, proactively integrating contemporary industry trends and evidence-based pedagogical practices.
Uphold academic quality by participating in internal verification, moderation, and continuous improvement processes.
Differentiate instruction and adapt curriculum design to successfully meet the diverse needs of all learners.
Support departmental growth through active involvement in course promotion, student recruitment, and induction initiatives.
About You
An excellent communicator, confident in building engaging learning relationships that motivate students to achieve their full potential.
Able to communicate effectively and professionally with a wide range of employers and work placement teams to advocate for student progress.
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the professional roles within Early Years and Teaching Assistant sectors.
A genuine passion for inspiring and motivating young people to become the next generation of the education and childcare workforce.
Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently and use your own initiative across various settings, including work placements, remote working, and college-based days.
Ability to be adaptable and flexible in your approach to meet the diverse needs of different learners, ensuring an inclusive assessment experience.
Proficient in using technology to upload, track, and record student progress accurately (e.g., e-portfolios).
Strong administrative skills to ensure all marking and evidence meet the high standards required for moderation.
What the college offers its staff
The group offers a range of excellent benefits, including:
Annual leave:
- Curriculum and Management:44 days plus bank holidays
- Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays
Pension schemes with generous employer contributions:
- Teachers’ Pension Scheme
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- People’s Pension Scheme
CPD opportunities:
- Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days.
- Qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.
Employee wellbeing initiatives:
- Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).
Travel and commuting:
- Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for a job with us if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on college website (opens in new tab)About Luminate Education Group
- Organisation type
- FE College, ages 14 to 99
- Education phase
- Sixth form or FE college
- Size
- No information available
- Age range
- 14 to 99
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- careers@luminate.ac.uk
Luminate Education Group is a collective of education providers based in Yorkshire with one clear purpose: to make a positive difference to people's lives through genuinely transformative education and training.
We are a group of seven organisations, based in the Leeds City Region: Harrogate College, Keighley College, Leeds City College, Leeds Conservatoire, Leeds Sixth Form College, Pudsey Sixth Form College and University Centre Leeds.
Together, we are inspiring a whole generation of people and new leaders who will go on to make their own impact on the region and beyond.
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