Total 10 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Colchester, Essex, CO6 1AA

Salary: £25,687 - £41,270 (Dependent on Experience)

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

A college in South Benfleet is seeking a passionate and skilled Teacher of Science to join their thriving Further Education team. This exciting role involves inspiring post-16 learners across Levels 1-3, fostering their passion for science, and preparing them for academic and career success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality lessons aligned with the college's Career-Focused Learning strategy.
• Plan and assess engaging lessons tailored to students' needs.
• Support learners in achieving their potential through effective supervision, pastoral care, and guidance.
• Participate in curriculum development and college events, such as open evenings and student induction sessions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the science curriculum, ensuring students benefit from innovative and relevant teaching methods.

About You:

• Qualifications: A degree in Biology or a related subject.
• Experience: Proven strategies for working effectively with Level 1-3 students.
• Skills: Strong organisational abilities, creative thinking, and the ability to motivate and support learners.

If you are a proactive educator passionate about shaping the future of budding scientists, apply today to join this dedicated team and make a real difference!

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What skills and experience we're looking for

• Degree
• QTS
• Right to work in the UK

What the school offers its staff

• A cohesive team of people who believe in working collaboratively; sharing ideas and supporting each other.
• The opportunity to further develop innovative teaching and learning strategies to ensure students achieve excellence.
• Participation in lesson studies which provide an opportunity for collaborative planning and the detailed and evaluative analysis of specific pedagogical foci.
• The chance to join a growing school with further opportunities for progression as the school reaches capacity.
• Unrivalled CPDL opportunities to further develop your skills as a classroom practitioner and to develop leadership skills as you progress.


Purpose built and well-furnished classrooms

Commitment to safeguarding

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful applicant will be expected to undertake an enhanced Criminal Disclosure.

What skills and experience we're looking for

The post is open to ECTs and we would be pleased to hear from candidates who are currently registered with an ITT programme within this subject area. There will be the opportunity to teach across the year groups from KS3 to KS4. The core purpose of the role being to provide professional leadership to students in a subject area by offering high quality teaching, resulting in high standards of learning and achievement for all students.

Personal Qualities

The successful applicant should have a degree in a relevant subject and will have achieved Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) prior to the commencement of their role.

Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have high levels of commitment. They should be able to plan, deliver and assess high-quality learning experiences for all learners in their care and deploy a range of strategies to support their personal development.

They should have an interest in new teaching and learning developments and possess high degree of integrity. Experienced candidates should be able to demonstrate a highly successful track-record of teaching the subject with strong examination outcomes, particularly at key stage four.

Responsibilities of the Post-Holder

In accordance with the job description for Classroom Teacher, the key responsibilities will be as follows:

• ensure that lessons are planned in accordance with the schemes of learning for each course
• ensure awareness of the prior learning and special educational needs of their students
• ensure high expectations are set for the achievement and behaviour of students
• ensure that relevant curriculum policies for marking, assessment, target setting, recording and reporting are enacted
• ensure that progression and continuity is achieved across the key stage and between the key stages

Pastoral

At Plume Academy all teaching staff are expected to fulfil both an academic teaching role and a pastoral role by acting as a Tutor to a group of assigned students. This involves staff in all aspects of pastoral work including guidance, safeguarding, monitoring and encouraging progress, contact with parents, writing report sand compiling student references. Tutors also deliver part of Plume Academy’s Personal Development Programme.

Wider Contribution

Teaching staff are encouraged to contribute to the academy’s rich extra-curricular programme, and all candidates will be provided with the opportunity to discuss their personal interests at interview.

As one of the largest educational establishments in Essex, there are many opportunities for career progression. Via an academy-wise coaching programme, staff are encouraged to take responsibility for their own career development, with full support and encouragement from their line managers and other relevant staff, including those responsible for staff training.

What the school offers its staff

Remuneration

Annual salary for a qualified teacher will be in accordance with the Plume Academy Teacher Pay Scale, which from appointment for a fulltime post currently involves a salary Main to Upper pay scale £31,650 - £49,084. Salaries are reviewed by national negotiation with effect from 1st September each year. Progression through the Teachers’ Pay Scale is subject to an annual performance review process.

We can offer you:

• A highly supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities to teach across KS3, 4 and 5
• Cycle-to-work Scheme
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• 24/7 Free Employee Assistance Programme (offering individual support, information and advice including financial, legal and home-life and work-related issues)
• CPD opportunities and Internal Promotion
• Up to 25% Gym Membership
• Free staff car park
• Essex Working Well Wellbeing Service (health and wellbeing support and guidance)
• Access to Workplace Health Champions
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders

Further details about the role

We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of Mathematics on a full-time permanent contract basis with effect from September 2025. The post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a very strong Mathematics Faculty in a highly successful 11-19 academy which holds good Ofsted status. The role will report to the Faculty Leader and the candidate will teach a full timetable within the subject.

The faculty has a strong collaborative ethos, is very supportive and well-planned schemes of learning for all courses are already in place. A faculty-based mentor will work with the appointee to support their development and induction in their first year. There is also an excellent academy-wide support and development programme for all new staff available.

The post is open to ECTs and we would be pleased to hear from candidates who are currently registered with an ITT programme within this subject area. There will be the opportunity to teach across the year groups from KS3 to KS4. The core purpose of the role being to provide professional leadership to students in a subject area by offering high quality teaching, resulting in high standards of learning and achievement for all students.

Application Process

If you are interested in the position and wish to discuss the post prior to application, please email Mrs Dorcas Ologunde, Director of HR (d.olgunde@plume.essex.sch.uk) to arrange a telephone conversation. We are very proud of our academy and what we can offer new members of our collaborative team. We will be pleased to discuss the post and provide more information about the post and the academy in general.

To apply please complete the Online Plume Academy application form (https://plumetrust.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies/Detail?campaignRef=SCH-PT-0032). This must be completed and submitted by the closing date and time stated (unaccompanied CVs or third-party application forms will not be accepted).

Closing Date: noon Monday 9 December 2024

Interviews are likely to take place the same week, however, early applicants may be taken through to interview sooner.

The Plume Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check. The Plume Academy welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Board of Trustees is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointment are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, together with the receipt of References and Health Clearances.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Role:Science Teacher

Contract:Permanent

Hours:100%

Salary:MPS/UPS

Closing Date:Monday 13th January 2025 at 12pm Midday

The William de Ferrers School is looking to appoint an enthusiastic science teacher with high ambitions for all pupils to join our dynamic and collaborative science department. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly successful and experienced department in a warm and supportive school which values the contributions and ideas of all stakeholders and strives for high achievement for all its pupils.

The successful candidate will inspire young people to aim high and give them the tools and resilience to achieve their dreams.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• The opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and ambitious school
• A commitment to a personalised progamme of CPD
• Opportunity to collaborate across Trust schools
• Access to a 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible and family friendly policies and we are open to discussing flexible working arrangements at the point of hire.
• Benefits platform which offers valuable discounts
• Access to the Teachers Pension Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Tech Scheme
• 24/7 GP

Contact us:

For more information about the school, or to arrange a visit, please contact the main office on 01245 326325.

The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed within its schools to:

• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety, and the spiritual and cultural development of children and young people;
• Promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued;
• The fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs

and expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share in this commitment.

As an equal opportunities employer, The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join The Chelmsford Learning Partnership.

In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on an application form, CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. In line with recommended practice the school will conduct searches for information on shortlisted candidates which is publicly available on-line. The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is an equal opportunities employer.

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.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and dedicated teacher of Science to join a well-led, supportive and high-performing team with a keen focus on securing progress for every student. Applications are welcome from both experienced and early career teachers able to teach throughout the age and ability range and to engender positive relationships with young people. The school offers an excellent induction for ECTs and would be able to support you through your first two years in the profession. Additional incentives may be available to teachers with relevant skills or experience and part-time arrangements will be considered.

What the school offers its staff

These are exciting times at Alec Hunter, since our November 2022 Ofsted inspection confirmed that the school continues to be ‘good’, with the report noting that “Staff morale is high. They feel valued by (the) leadership team (and)… like many pupils, enjoy being part of Alec Hunter Academy”. This vacancy arises due to the fact that we are now a growing, heavily oversubscribed school, and therefore keen to recruit a team member who will make a strong contribution to our vision for Science as a high-quality department at the forefront of the school’s journey to excellence.

Alec Hunter Academy is a mixed 11-16 comprehensive school with an established reputation as a welcoming learning community with a positive, harmonious atmosphere and a strong focus on staff wellbeing. As a member of the Saffron Academy Trust, we work in close partnership with a small family of schools in north-west Essex, including Saffron Walden County High, one of the highest performing schools in the county. Numerous opportunities for professional development exist through this partnership and our membership of several local networks.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment and Selection Policy Statement. A Disclosure and Barring Service check at an enhanced level will be required for this post. If you would like to visit the school prior to making an application, please do not hesitate to contact us to arrange this.

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.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We wish to appoint an exceptional Teacher of Science on a permanent basis, with the additional responsibility of leading the KS3 Science curriculum.

Salary £32,189 - £49,274 (Academy Qualified Teachers Scale)plus £5,000 ARA (Academy Responsibility Allowance)

The Science faculty is led by the EBACC lead who in turn issupported by three Key Stage Leads, of which you will be one, each with a specific remit for KS3 Science, KS4 Science and KS5 Science.

This is a unique opportunity to join a successful split-site academy as part of a well-established and collaborative Science department.

Reporting to the EBACC lead, the successful candidate will be an outstanding Science teacher able to teach their specialism of Biology, Physics or Chemistry to KS5, able to demonstrate impact in a position of responsibility or the potential to achieve this, and have an enthusiasm that will inspire students to outstanding outcomes.

What the school offers its staff

The Academies provide staff with the most appropriate and effective personalised support to ensure that their professional development needs are fully met and that there is a high level of challenge in the opportunities they are offered. All staff take ownership of their own learning journey and are given opportunities to reflect on their own practice, as well as supporting others through being members of Teacher Learning Communities. There is an open-door culture that encourages teachers to 'drop in' on colleagues, therefore promoting good practice within the schools. We are committed to SSAT Embedding Formative Assessment CPD programme for the next two years, as well as encouraging staff to further their expertise and leadership through both internal and external programmes, including the full suite of NPQ courses. We have a very strong record of developing staff from ITT to Headship. We have an excellent track record of providing promotion and responsibility opportunities to staff that aspire to leadership.

Further details about the role

Our academy operates across two sites.The Lower Academy specialises in the teaching of our Key Stage 3 students, whilst The Upper Academy specialises in teaching Key Stage 4 and 5. The appointed candidate will initially be based at our Lower Academy in order to carry out their KS3 ARA duties.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Basildon Academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect their staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to DBS checks.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We wish to appoint an exceptional Teacher of Science on a permanent basis, with the additional responsibility of leading the KS5Science curriculum.

This is a unique opportunity to join a successful split-site academy as part of a supportive team. The post is open to teachers of all levels of experience and we welcome applications from ECTs. Ability to teach your specialism of Biology, Chemistry or Physics to KS5 is highly desirable, but not essential.

The Science faculty is led by the Head of Faculty who in turn issupported by three Deputy Heads of Faculty, of which you will be one, each with a specific remit for KS3 Science, KS4 Science and KS5 Science.

What the school offers its staff

The Academies provide staff with the most appropriate and effective support to ensure that their professional development needs are fully met and that there is a high level of challenge in the opportunities they are offered. We have a weekly CPD programme for all and a very strong record of developing staff. We have an excellent track record of providing promotion and responsibility opportunities to staff that aspire to leadership.

Further details about the role

Our academy operates across two sites. The Lower Academy specialises in the teaching of our Key Stage 3 students, whilst The Upper Academy specialises in teaching Key Stage 4 and 5.The successful candidate will begin their BA career at the site most suited to their skill set.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Basildon Academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect their staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to DBS checks.

Salary: M1-6/ UPR + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Hours: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Start date: April 2025

With you in our classrooms, we can change lives.

We're looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Science Teacher to join our incredible and warm team at Maltings Academy in Witham, Essex.

You are somebody who can:

• Engage and motivate pupils to enable them to thrive in the classroom.
• Collaborate with colleagues, to deliver outstanding teaching to every child, in every classroom, every day.

You are somebody who has:

• QTS.
• Experience of teaching at secondary school level.
• The dedication and enthusiasm to teach Science.
• This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of young people.

About our school:
Maltings is an 11-16 academy based in Witham, Essex. Situated between the cities of Chelmsford and Colchester, the academy has 900 students on roll and benefits from a purpose-built building that was constructed in 2011. There are excellent transport links to London which enables our staff and young people to take full advantage of the wealth of opportunities that London provides. Free car parking facilities are available on site.

The role is due to commence April 2025. This is a Permanent position.

Closing date: 2nd December

Interview date: Tuesday 10th December

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Temporary Science Teacher
Temporary (Until the end of the year)
Job Description:We are seeking a passionate and qualified computer science teacher to join an enthusiastic and nurturing team on a temporary basis. This role will take the successful candidate through to the end of the year. This is a well established school in the Portsmouth area where they provide education for students, not just for academic progress but to help develop them into self-reflective learners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and effective science lessons to students
• Plan and prepare lessons in line with the curriculum
• Assess and monitor student progress
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in school activities

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• A current DBS check registered on the update service, or willingness to undergo a new DBS check
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for teaching Science
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to inspire and motivate students

How to Apply:
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Science Teacher -ASAP – Moseley

Start date – January 2025

Full Time position (Part Time considered)

Pay rates vary between £130 to £195 per day depending on experience

TeacherActive is proud to be working in partnership with secondary school based in Moseley that prides itself on delivering a high standard of teaching that helps engage and inspire students to achieve their full potential.

The school also looks incorporate a strong enrichment programme for their students such as sport, art and drama.

The full-time role starts January 2025 and the school is looking to interview immediately.

The successful candidate would be working across KS3 and KS4 teaching Science.

Your role is to follow and implement the relevant schemes of learning whilst working closely with the Head of Faculty.

The Senior Leadership Team and the Head of Department will offer excellent support and will provide an encouraging and supportive environment.

TeacherActive has a long-standing relationship with the school and a proven track record in delivering the right candidate for each role.

Applicants need to have the following:

• QTS
• Experience teaching Science
• Excellent classroom management
• A real desire to make a positive difference to the pupils that you work with
• Instructors/unqualified teachers are also encouraged to apply as well as educators working towards QTLS.

Early Career Teachers are also encouraged to apply.

All our supply staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of Tax and National Insurance.

To apply please contact Alex on 0121 200 3224 or email alex.thacker@teacheractive.com

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.