Teacher of Science

To be an impactful teacher and tutor who nurtures, supports, and challenges all students, working with intention and determination to ensure every young person achieves their potential. Love your subject. Stay invested in it, taking your own professional development seriously. Deliver the curriculum as relevant to the age and ability group/subject/s that you teach. Be responsible for the preparation and development of teaching materials, teaching programmes and pastoral arrangements as appropriate. Do all you can to ensure that, as a result of your teaching (and tutoring), your students achieve well relative to their prior attainment, making progress as good as or better than similar students nationally and in the Academy. Be aware of pupils’ prior knowledge and plan teaching and scaffold appropriately to build on this demonstrating knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn. Have a clear understanding of the needs of the pupils you teach, including those with special educational needs; EAL; SEND; and be able to use and teaching approaches to effectively support them. Demonstrate an understanding of and take responsibility for promoting high standards of literacy including the correct use of spoken English (whatever your specialist subject) Make accurate and productive use of assessment to secure pupils’ progress. Give pupils regular feedback and encourage pupils to reflect on progress, their emerging needs, and to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study. Use formative assessment to determine what students know and adapt teaching plans accordingly. Full time, permanent position About our Academy We are unapologetically ambitious and have the highest expectations and aspirations for our students throughout Years 7 to 11. We want all students to achieve highly, but alongside academic excellence, we aim to develop young people who leave the academy with a secure sense of identity and understanding of diversity and as well-rounded confident young people who are ready and able to embrace the challenges of adult life Salary & Benefits M1 - UPS3 £34,069 - £52,835 per annum FTE Access to Teachers’ Pension Scheme CPD including Senior Leader and Knowledge Development Courses Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme Awards and Recognition Scheme Flexible working patterns Benefits Platform : Health & Wellbeing Programme : Cycle to Work Scheme Who we are looking for We are seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring Teacher of Science, who is a committed educator, brings energy to the classroom, and is eager to contribute to the wider life of our school. Relevant Subject Degree at BA or above. Qualified Teacher Status - suitable for ECTs. Evidence of applying continued professional development. Understanding of the current curriculum discussions within your subject. A thorough up to date knowledge of the range of teaching, learning and behaviour management strategies and how to implement them effectively. You will be someone who creates engaging, inclusive, and challenging lessons that motivate students of all abilities, supports high standards of behaviour, demonstrating warmth, clarity, and positive classroom management. You will be committed to raising achievement, using assessment effectively to ensure all students make strong progress, working collaboratively, building positive relationships with colleagues, students, and parents If you are a talented teacher who is excited to play a key role in a thriving Science department we would love to hear from you! About The David Ross Education Trust The David Ross Education Trust’s mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education. We broaden the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens. Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment. Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 36 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs. We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them. Apply now To complete our on-line application form, please use the ‘apply now’ tab. Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy. The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics. The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust. All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.