Science Teacher

Purpose of Role

To be a dynamic and inspirational teacher of your specialist subject with in-depth knowledge and a real passion for this subject. Effective planning and the delivery of creative and dynamic lessons to all age groups from Key Stage 3 through to A Level is paramount as is promoting the application of your subject knowledge through a wide range of engaging, practical activities. You should have experience of teaching the exam syllabus for your subject at both GCSE and A Level and will strive to maintain the high standards already set in this subject, promoting inquisitive, reflective and independent learning and supporting all pupils to reach their own individual goals. You should be a strong team player with a practical and flexible approach to problem solving who is also keen to play a leading role in the continuing development and improvement of your subject and the implementation of a range of new learning initiatives across the school.

Role Specific Duties

• To be responsible for the teaching of your specialist subject throughout the Secondary School (Key Stage 3 – 5, if required on timetable)

• To raise awareness of and actively promote your subject across through a range of curricular, cross-curricular and extra-curricular activities

• To promote your subject as an excellent option choice at IGCSE/AS and A Level

• To ensure that your subject department is adequately resourced to meet pupil needs and course requirements and that technological resources are used appropriately. 

• To create an inspiring learning environment for your specialist subject

• To produce, enhance and constantly develop learning schemes for your specialist subject.

• To be available to support teaching staff with help and training in your specialist subject.

Job Grade Specific to role -  Grade 5

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Teacher Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to global ISP Principles and follow the criteria set out in the ISP Teacher Role Profile

• Under the reasonable direction of the Headteacher and her Senior Leadership Team, carry out the professional duties of a school teacher as set out in the current UK Teachers’ standards document: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/1040274/Teachers__Standards_Dec_2021.pdf

• Be accountable for leading, managing and developing teaching and learning in your key stage in line with age-related curriculum objectives and school policies.

• Successfully carry out the role of a form tutor, monitoring and supporting the personal and academic needs of your tutor group.

• This post receives 20% of the teaching timetable* as PPA time (8/40 periods of 40 minutes) during which staff may be asked to cover for absences when needed.

(*Please note that for non-tutors, this equates to 6/40 periods)

Strategic Responsibilities

• Support other members of staff to develop their expertise in planning and teaching in your curriculum area and in.other areas via the Leading the learning programme
   
• Record, analyse and interpret data, in partnership with the Senior Leadership Team, in order to set targets to raise levels of achievement and take action as appropriate within your own subject area

• Take responsibility for aspects of learning development in your year group and Key Stage. Contributing towards a whole school Learning Improvement Process  (LIP) and to the review and development of Learning Priorities which form part of the school’s annual School Improvement Plan (SIP) by producing subject specific policies and department-based improvement plans (DIP)

• Regularly reflect upon your performance and the impact of learning in your classroom by fully engaging in the leading the learning process (at least 6 LTL visits per year) and setting individual targets via the school’s self evaluation programme (TLSE)

Teaching Responsibilities

Effective planning, teaching and classroom management, to teach across all Key Stages ( 3- 5) within the Secondary Department in order to achieve effective progression of learning through:

• Identifying clear teaching objectives and specifying how they will be taught and assessed;

• Setting engaging tasks which challenge pupils and ensure high levels of interest

• Establishing high expectations of all pupils;

• Providing regular verbal and written feedback and setting clear targets, building on prior attainment and encouraging reflection to improve learning;

• Identifying SEN pupils (including high achievers) and ensuring their needs are met and that learning tasks are differentiated accordingly;

• Providing clear structures for lessons by setting clear objectives and maintaining pace, motivation and challenge;

• Making effective use of assessment and ensure coverage of topics, yearly objectives and exam syllabi;

• Ensure teaching strategies are used to maximise the quality and quantity of learning which takes place in the classroom;

• Monitoring and intervening to ensure effective learning and high standards of behaviour;

• Ensuring pupils acquire new learning and are also given ample opportunities to consolidate knowledge, skills and understanding appropriate to the subject taught;

• Evaluate your own teaching critically to improve effectiveness and encourage pupils to reflect and feedback on their learning experience in your subject.

Monitoring, Assessment, Recording, Reporting 

• Assess how well learning objectives have been achieved and use them to improve specific aspects of teaching;

• Regularly review and correct pupils' work and set targets for progress;

• Assess and record pupils' progress systematically and keep records to check work is understood and completed in order to monitor individual progress and inform future planning 

• Develop and apply clear criteria to when awarding grades and attainment levels to pupils

• Carefully prepare and record data to be included in pupil progress reports and to present to parents when required at formal parent consultations and in any other meetings arranged to address academic issues

   Pastoral Care and Safeguarding

• Effectively assist in the role of a form tutor when needed, attending to the pastoral needs to an allocated forms group;

• Monitor the welfare and general well-being of all students

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• Carry out termly reviews and set targets to improve progress, supported by their tutor and associate tutor;

• Address any pupil concerns by referring to the form tutors and/or Key Stage Leader

• Promote the school values and encourage and ensure compliance to school rules;

• Accurately record attendance and punctuality data and report any concerns to the Key Stage Leader/Head of Secondary;

• Assist with the preparation and delivery of the PSHE curriculum as directed by the Head of Secondary;

• Help to plan and participate assemblies during the school year

• Immediately report any safeguarding concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead or a member of the safegue¡arding team via the school Myconcern platform

Operational Responsibilities

• Adhere to and promote school policies and procedures, e.g. Behaviour for Learning, Anti-bullying, Health & Safety, Safeguarding etc. 

• Work with fellow members of staff by sharing ideas on good practice. 

• Keep up to date with developments in teaching practice and methodology

• Share playground and lunchtime duties and responsibilities with other members of the team

• Participate in continued professional development

• Be an active member of the school community to support its vision, school values and its dedication to Constantly “getting better” and promoting amazing learning opportunities

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Qualified Teacher Status (PGCE or BEd or equivalent)

• Degree level education or an equivalent professional qualification

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Essential
 

• A real passion for your specialist subject and a desire to constantly improve their pupils’ learning experience 

• Thorough knowledge of your subject curriculum in Key stages 3 - 5       

• Knowledge of a wide range of strategies to engage pupils and cater for a wide range of learning needs

• Experience of preparing pupils for official external examinations (IGCSE and /or A Level)

• A willingness to be flexible and adapt to the ever-changing needs of the school and its pupils

• Enthusiasm and commitment to the successful development of your subject department