Total 59 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Basildon, Essex, SS13 3HL

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to appoint an inspirational, conscientious, committed Mathematics teacher to join our successful Mathematic Faculty.

The Mathematics Department at Drapers’ Academy is committed to raising the academic standards of all pupils and strives to ensure every pupil reaches their potential. Our vision for the Faculty is that our teaching instils a love of Mathematics and problem solving in every pupil, which supports them to be successful and independent adults.

Mathematics is a strong supportive faculty consisting of ten full-time members of staff with a wide range of experience. Teachers are able to teach across the key stages and training and support to be able to deliver to our A level students is provided. A level Maths is one of the most popular subjects here at Drapers’, a reflection of the confidence our students have in their teachers and their enjoyment of the subject.

Key Stage 3 pupils follow the White Rose scheme. Key Stage 4 and 5 pupils follow Edexcel’s schemes. Year 7 are taught in mixed attainment classes and pupils in all other year groups are taught in attainment sets. Pupils are offered 8 hours of teaching per fortnight in KS3 and KS4. All KS4 and KS5 pupils have access to their own Chromebooks. All KS3 and KS4 homework is set and marked automatically via Sparx Maths and other useful online tools. In KS5, we offer both A Level Mathematics and A Level Further Mathematics and our students have secured places in top universities such as Cambridge and Warwick.

The Faculty offers a variety of additional clubs, which pupils can attend, aimed at helping those in need of additional support and extending the more able. Our pupils also successfully participate in UKMT challenges.

If you are committed to striving for excellence in teaching and learning and want to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people who deserve the best that we can give, then this role is for you.

What the school offers its staff

• March 2020: Ofsted Good for all aspects including the Sixth Form
• A clear vision to deliver high standards of education and serve our community
• State-of-the-art campus surrounded by acres of countryside
• Committed, generous sponsors: The Drapers Company and Queen Mary University of London
• Fully subscribed through the school
• An environment that promotes innovation
• Class size averaging 25
• Opportunities to teach across KS3, 4 and 5
• Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme provided by the Education Support Network, offering individual support, information and advice
• Centralised detention model
• Committed and supportive Senior Leadership Team
• Proactive staff led Wellbeing Team
• Our own 6th Form area dedicated to A Level teaching
• Membership of the Havering Teacher Training Partnership and the Ambition Institute to support ECT induction, teacher training and CPD of staff at all levels
• An employer who invests in the development of staff with a commitment to ongoing professional development
• Staff access to our gym
• Close proximity to the M25 (Junction 28, Brentwood) and the A12 for ease of access from London, Kent, Essex or Hertfordshire and ample secure on-site parking
• Short bus journey from Harold Wood (Cross Rail) train station

Further details about the role

We welcome staff who wish to visit the school in advance of application. To arrange this, please contactslucey@drapersacademy.com

Applications should be made online. Full details of the post, including the link to the application form, can be found atwww.drapers-schools.com/44/current-vacancies

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early upon appointment of a successful candidate.

Closing date: 8th November 2024.

Interviews: w/c 11th November 2024.

Drapers’ Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory employment references. Employees may be asked to work in any Drapers’ Multi-Academy Trust location.

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

Due to an increase in student numbers, we wish to appoint an exceptional Teacher of Mathematics to join our successful, split-site academy as part of a as part of a thriving Mathematics department with continuously improving results.

The post is open to teachers of all levels of experience and we welcome applications from ECTs.

What the school offers its staff

The Academies provides 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 appointed Mathematics Teacher will begin their BA career at the academy site best suited to their skill set. We are able to offer opportunities to teach a wide range of abilities in KS3, KS4 (GCSE Maths / GCSE Statistics) and KS5 (Functional Skills / ALevel Maths/ ALevel Further Maths)

With an ethos of developing internal talent, there are opportunities to take on additional responsibility, driving change as we implement NCETM's Maths Mastery approach to teaching. We are able to offer further opportunities within leadership for roles including Head of Department, EBACC Lead and Raising Standards Leader.

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.

Main Pay Range/Upper Pay Range + Lift Schools Wellbeing Cash Plan + Car Scheme + Pension Scheme (TPS) + Additional Lift Schools Benefits

Permanent, Full Time

January/April 2025 Start

New Rickstones Academy is graded 'Good' (November 2023) and has a state of the art building offering fantastic facilities for both students and staff. Over the last 8 years the academy has seen a huge increase in student numbers, with the number of students on roll more than doubling. The academy is a popular choice in the local area, is oversubscribed, and has added another new building to meet this demand.

New Rickstones Academy is a great place to work with a friendly and supportive team. Staff numbers have also increased and the academy is proud to boast high retention rates. Development is a priority with an extensive and successful CPD (Continuing Professional Development) programme to further develop our excellent staff.

Every member of the team is a vital part of our committed and ambitious team and we have been very successful at developing teachers and leaders with progression both within, and beyond the academy.

Our "Curriculum Drivers" guide everything we do, encouraging students to be safe, happy, proud and reach their full potential.

Mastery: delivering excellent teaching & learning and developing excellent students who are ambitious and committed.

Character: developing students into well rounded young people who we can be confident in to "do the right thing when no-one is looking".

Perspective: how our students fit into the world around them, how they appropriately challenge wrongs, and promote what is right. Students are open minded, compassionate and promote the differences found in all of us.

We are looking for a talented Teacher of Science to join our well established team. We welcome applications from all specialisms, if you are an ECT or an experienced teacher, driven and passionate about Science we would love to hear from you.

Closing date : 30th November 2024

Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our colleagues 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

What skills and experience we're looking for

Due to an increase in student numbers, we wish to appoint an exceptional Teacher of Mathematics to join our successful, split-site academy as part of a as part of a thriving Mathematics department with continuously improving results.

The post is open to teachers of all levels of experience and we welcome applications from ECTs.

What the school offers its staff

The Academies provides 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 appointed Mathematics Teacher will begin their BA career at the academy site best suited to their skill set. We are able to offer opportunities to teach a wide range of abilities in KS3, KS4 (GCSE Maths / GCSE Statistics) and KS5 (Functional Skills / ALevel Maths/ ALevel Further Maths)

With an ethos of developing internal talent, there are opportunities to take on additional responsibility, driving change as we implement NCETM's Maths Mastery approach to teaching. We are able to offer further opportunities within leadership for roles including Head of Department, EBACC Lead and Raising Standards Leader.

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

If you have:

A passion for teaching.

A professional understanding of inclusion and strategies for engaging learners.

A commitment to safeguarding within a school setting.

…. then CCHS is the school for the next step in your career.

What the school offers its staff

Why work for The Sigma Trust, Clacton County High School?

We can offer you:

• A Competitive Salary
• Robust school CPD training programme that enables you to flourish
• Opportunities to work with colleagues across the Trust to share resources, ideas and build collaborative relationships

Employee benefits include:

• Excellent pension scheme
• A Health Cash Plan
• Free membership to Perkbox, offering discounts and savings
• Employee Assistance Programme providing free and confidential advice
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Eye care plan
• Annual free flu vaccination
• Discounted gym membership at selected local gyms
• Discounted cinema tickets
• Eligible for Blue Light Card

Please note that an integration period applies to all new staff joining the Trust, to support introduction into the organisation.

Further details about the role

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Clacton County High School for a qualified teacher of Science to join an excellent team of colleagues within the Science faculty.

Our school has its own sixth form college, Sigma Sixth, with a campus in Tendring located within a short drive away drive from the school.Although, based at a different site it is very much part of the mainstream school and, for the right candidate, there is the possibility of teaching up to key stage 5 if appropriate.

Without doubt, this is an exceptionally exciting time to join our staff, the school is highly respected within the local community and is continuing to expand.We have a recent addition to the main school site; a new build with six brand new modular classrooms and a 4-court sports hall. The sixth form college is also a very modern, bright environment with excellent facilities.

Clacton County High School is part of the Sigma Trust and works closely in collaboration with the other schools within our trust family.As a result, we are innovative and always learning from each other to ensure that we deliver an exciting and progressive educational experience for our students.We continually develop and adapt our curriculum offer, improve the facilities and encourage participation in extra-curricular activities to give our students a breadth of opportunities.

As a school, we are determined never to stand still and as a result of this commitment, we are seeking an enthusiastic member of staff to become part of our CCHS team.It is important that the successful candidate is a dedicated and inspirational teacher and a great role model to their students.

Our guiding principles of‘Higher Expectations, Raising Aspirations, Transforming Lives’for all students and ‘Discover Yourself, Define Your Future’for the sixth form, together with our PROUD values, permeate throughout the school and reflects the passion and drive within all staff at CCHS and our sixth form college.

We would be delighted to welcome your application if you feel inspired to be part of the CCHS experience, and have a commitment to understanding who we are, what we value and the culture we are creating. We want to recruit the best staff and invest in them believing this will lead to the best education for our students, our commitment is to both our staff and students.

Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive an overwhelming response.

Should you be successful during the shortlisting process interviews will be held face to face at the school.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

To be an effective professional who demonstrates thorough curriculum knowledge, that

he/she can teach and assess effectively, take responsibility for professional development

and raise student achievement.

To provide a high-quality learning experience and improve outcomes for all students.

Inspire trust and confidence in students and colleagues.

Demonstrate analytical thinking to improve the quality of students’ learning.

Set high expectations for students and maintain good class management.

Use Assessment for Learning strategies to provide feedback to learners and engage them

in their learning.

Contribute to the development and implementation of school policies.

(The full details can be found in the attached Job Outline and Person Specification).

Commitment to safeguarding

The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.

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.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Due to an increase in student numbers, we wish to appoint an additional exceptional Teacher Science. 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. Opportunities to teach your specialism of Biology, Chemistry or Physics to KS5 in our thriving sixth form is an option for suitably qualified subject specialists.

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 appointed Science teacher will begin their BA career at the academy site best suited to their skill set.

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

Please see job and person spec on website

What the school offers its staff

Please see information on JRCS website

Commitment to safeguarding

JRCS is fully committed to safeguarding

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are currently looking to appoint a dedicated and inspiring Teacher of Computer Science, with the possibility of a Lead Practitioner role for an exceptional candidate.

At Harris Academy Rainham, you will join a dedicated team of teachers and staff supporting our excellent students. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow, inspire and develop, this may be the role for you.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree
• Have successful teaching experience at secondary level (can be teaching practice), ideally including experience in multi-ethnic urban schools and of working in an 11-18 school
• Understand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning
• Understand the importance of high expectations and equality of access for all students, and of being a tutor
• Have knowledge of National Curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4, and of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students' work
• Be able to work as part of a team and to develop and maintain positive relationships with all staff
• Have a good level of ICT skills, ideally including innovative use of interactive white boards
• Be able to create a motivating and safe learning environment for all students
• Be able to communicate positively with parents, carers and other external agencies where necessary
• Have good written and spoken communication skills
• Be able to lead and manage their own work effectively
• Have excellent time management skills
• Be able to motivate students and raise their aspirations through a range of strategies

What the school offers its staff

Harris Academy Rainham is a very popular and oversubscribed 11-16 academy which is part of the Harris Federation. We joined the Federation in September 2016 and there are exciting times ahead.

What makes us different:

• Our values are at the centre of our school and aren't simply a slogan on a website.
• We have a firm but fair approach to behaviour. This is built on the use of consistent routines and teaching our students how to behave.
• We deliver a knowledge rich curriculum that is developed by our staff to meet the needs of our students. The knowledge we teach takes our students beyond their everyday experiences and enables them to see the world differently.
• Our leaders are role models, they lead by example, admit mistakes, welcome opinions and love honest conversations.
• We are a staff united against educational disadvantage with a fierce determination to show our students the world beyond Havering.

What we can do for you:

• Great career progression both within our Academy and the Federation.
• Excellent professional development opportunities. As a Leading edge school we have been recognised as being at the forefront of educational thinking and research is central to all we do.
• Meaningful measures to manage workload – no graded observations, early finish on a Friday, no onerous marking requirements but sensible feedback policies.
• Bespoke support and line management from excellent leaders across the school.
• Opportunities for fantastic professional growth as the school develops a sixth from.
• A school where subjects are ‘front and centre' of all we do. The subject determines our pedagogy.

In addition to the opportunities for career progression, training and development, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits.

Further details about the role

The purpose of your role will be:

• To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate.
• To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a teacher/form tutor
• To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential
• To contribute to raising standards of student attainment
• To share and support the academy's responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth

Your main areas of responsibility will fall under the areas of:

• Operational and strategic planning (including lesson planning, developing resources and syllabuses, and contributing to the departmental plan)
• Curriculum planning
• Staff development (including continuing professional development and engaging fully in the Performance Management Review process)
• Quality assurance (including contributing to the process of monitoring and evaluating the subject area)
• Management of information (including maintaining appropriate records and tracking student progress)
• Communications with students, parents and other stakeholders
• Pastoral system (including being a form tutor to a selected group of students)
• Teaching, ensuring a high quality learning experience for students

Commitment to safeguarding

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We require a Teacher of Mathematics on a permanent basis from January 2025.

The post:

As a selective school we have an appreciable number of very able students including several Oxbridge applicants. The ideal candidate would also be an energetic and enthusiastic mathematician who is able to inspire and motivate all our students. A commitment to the development and effective deployment of ICT in Mathematics is expected, as well as a dedication to continuing to develop professional skills.

Teaching at Southend High School for Boys is an immensely fulfilling experience where students are readily engaged via creative and challenging lessons. This post will suit a teacher keen to play a full part in the life of the school.

The most recent Ofsted inspection (2024), which deemed the school to be outstanding in all categories, commented most favourably on staff-student relationships, and on the positive attitudes of the boys.

About you:

We are seeking an imaginative and qualified specialist able to demonstrate expertise at all age levels to join a friendly and successful department.

We would welcome applications from teachers of all experiences, such as ECT’s and those seeking to progress to teaching Further Mathematics at A level in the future, as well as teachers looking to start their training. It is a necessity for any teacher applying to be able to teach A level Mathematics.

The ability to stretch and motivate our students, work with other staff and be a good team member is very important.

Application process:

Please view the job pack for full information prior to applying.

CV's alone cannot be accepted, therefore please complete the application form and submit it to the school by no later than midday on the closing date. Please be aware that we reserve the right to call for interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview (likely to be held on 24th October).

Contact:

Please contact recruitment@shsb.org.uk for further information.

What the school offers its staff

Benefits:

The successful candidate will be eligible for the following benefits upon commencement of employment:

• Auto-enrolment into a contributory pension scheme (TPS for teachers and LGPS for support staff)
• Free on-site parking
• Access to excellent catering facilities when the kitchen is operational
• CPD through internal and external providers
• Access to Occupational Health
• Annual eye care vouchers
• Free use of the sports facilities

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

To provide efficient technical support to the Science department. In particular to prepare, store, maintain, clear materials and equipment used in Science lessons in accordance with Health and Safety regulations.

What the school offers its staff

We offer the following benefits:

• Newly built sports hall with fully fitted gym available for staff use,
• Swimming pool available for staff use,
• Banked cover/TOIL scheme allowing staff to build time to take some term time days off,
• The Headteacher is passionate about staff workload and wellbeing and holds regular wellbeing meetings with staff,
• We offer a significant number of paid development opportunities within departments and also across the school.

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

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

Have teaching skills which lead to excellent results

Take a lead role, working closely with the senior leadership team and other lead practitioners in developing, implementing and evaluating policies and practice that lead to school improvement

Ensure the HDHS standard of learning across the school in liaison with the Senior Lead Practitioner and Deputy Headteacher through coaching and mentoring staff

Lead structured monitoring and evaluation of all aspects of teaching and learning through lesson observations, feedback to teaching staff, work sampling and learner interviews, providing written reports to the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team as necessary

(The full details can be found in the attached Job Outline and Person Specification).

We're looking for you if you have:

Qualified Teacher Status in the UK

Accredited Lead Practitioner status or the desire to work towards Accredited Lead Practitioner status

Successful teaching experience within the secondary sector

Impact on the quality of teaching and learning delivered by others

What the school offers its staff

Employee benefits include:

Excellent pension scheme

A Health Cash Plan

Free membership to Perkbox, offering discounts and savings

Employee Assistance Programme providing free and confidential advice

Cycle to Work scheme

Eye care plan

Annual free flu vaccination

Discounted gym membership at selected local gyms

Discounted cinema tickets

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

TEACHER OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

Contract term: Permanent (suitable for an ECT)

Start date: January 2025

Contract type: Full Time

Salary: GBP £31,350 - £47,839 per year *Please note the salary detailed does not include the 2024 pay award*

This is a brilliant opportunity to work in a department that comprises 5 dedicated computer suites and 2 specialist Media rooms. As a school, we are passionate about Teaching & Learning and actively embrace digital technology and AI. If you are looking to work in a 'good with outstanding school' Ofsted 2013, with fantastic facilities then Roding Valley could be the place for you.

The successful candidate will:

• have the vision to fully develop and support the Business, Economics, Computing and Media faculty.
• be an inspirational communicator and have the skills to both challenge and encourage students to achieve their potential.
• be committed to securing positive student outcomes at Key stage 3, 4 and 5.
• have the ability to think creatively and encourage student engagement. It is an exciting time in the history of the school with the further development of the sixth form, expansion of pupil numbers, a new building which has provided a state-of-the-art learning environment and two new all-weather sports facilities.

Closing date:Noon on Friday 18th October 2024Interviews will take place on: w/c 21st October 2024

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.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• an outstanding ECT provision and support
• a friendly and supportive working environment
• a comprehensive induction programme and the opportunity to engage in further professional development
• Bike to work Scheme
• freshly made food on-site delivered through our excellent canteen facilities

"RVHS is a great place to work as it combines the freedom to be creative in your teaching alongside the support which ensures you are best able to do your job."

You will be joining a school with enthusiastic and dedicated leaders at senior and middle leadership levels and a commitment to the professional development of staff. RVHS is keen to embrace an approach that is centred on teaching and learning and academic attainment for our students.

RVHS is an 11-18 school in Essex, that enjoys a good reputation in the local area and benefits from excellent transport links, including being adjacent to Loughton tube station (Central Line).

For further information see the website www.rodingvalley.net Informal discussions with the Deputy Headteacher, Ms. P Larkin, are welcome, please contact her on recruitment@rodingvalley.net to arrange.

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

INTRODUCTION

The Mathematics Department at Westcliff High School for Boys (WHSB) has been a strong Department for many years. It has had consistently good results in GCSE and Advanced Level Mathematics, and the introduction of the GCSE in Further Mathematics to the top half of Year 10 and 11 has produced encouraging results. The Department has a high uptake of mathematics at A Level, approximately 80% of Year 12, with about 40% of the same cohort opting to study Further Mathematics.

The Department offers a variety of additional clubs which pupils can attend, aimed at helping those in need of additional support, or extending the more able. This includes a particularly effective mentoring scheme, in which Sixth form students mentor those lower down the School. Pupils in Years 8, 11, and 13 will also sit the respective Junior, Intermediate, and Senior Mathematics Challenges organised by the UKMT, and students often progress to the follow-on rounds at all levels. The Department also offers a range of activities for Enrichment Days, including Problems and Puzzles for Year 11, and Mathematics in real life at the Nuclear Races.

CURRICULUM

A new Year 7-9 syllabus has been designed by the Mathematics staff at WHSB to encourage independent learning, alongside improving examination technique. The Department uses a range of assessment and investigations to introduce, consolidate and extend pupils’ understanding of Mathematics. It does not attempt to accelerate pupil’s learning, but instead it encourages them to develop a more in-depth understanding of the principles they are currently learning.

The Edexcel GCSE 9-1 Curriculum dovetails neatly with the course studied by pupils in Years 7-9, both consolidating parts of it that have previously been covered to GCSE Level but also extending other parts so pupils can access the level 9 grade.

The AQA Further Mathematics curriculum is studied by the highest attaining four (out of seven) classes after they have completed the GCSE 9-1 syllabus. The pupils start this course in January of Year 10 and finish it by March of Year 11, allowing time for revision of both GCSE Mathematics and Further Mathematics material.

In the Sixth Form, students can choose to study Edexcel A Level Mathematics if they attained a Level 7, 8, or 9 in GCSE Mathematics. Sixth Form students study a mix of the Year 1 and Year 2 material from both Pure Mathematics and Applied Mathematics.

Students can also choose to study Edexcel A Level Further Mathematics if they have attained a Level 8 or 9 in GCSE Mathematics. To date, students study the traditional Core Mathematics 1 and Core Mathematics 2 alongside the optional units of Further Pure Mathematics 1, Further Mechanics, Further Statistics, or Further Decision, depending on other subject choices.

EXAMINATION RESULTS

Results in all public examinations are strong and those who choose to continue their Mathematics studies at University generally do so at established Universities, including the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge.

In Summer 2023, pupils at Westcliff attained 87.7% 7, 8, and 9 grade in Edexcel GCSE Mathematics, of which 99.4% was 9 to 5. In AQA Level 2 Further Mathematics, 86.6% attained 7, 8, or 9 grades.

In Advanced Level Mathematics, 68.5% of students at Westcliff attained A*, A or B, and in A Level Further Mathematics 72.7% of students at Westcliff attained A*, A or B.

Year 12 do not take a public examination in Mathematics or Further Mathematics but instead take internal examinations.

JOB DESCRIPTION

TEACHER OF MATHEMATICS

Job Purpose:

The teacher is required to carry out the general professional duties of a school teacher under the reasonable direction of the Head of Department and Headmaster and to perform such particular duties that from time to time which may reasonably be assigned him/her by the Headmaster. Teachers on the Upper Pay Scale (UPS) will be expected to make broader contribution to the School as a normal part of their work.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The following responsibilities are included in the professional duties which the teacher is required to perform:

General Duties:

• to support and promote the School’s general purposes, ethos and Learner Profile;

• to be familiar with and respect and follow the School’s Policies and Procedures;

• to maintain a good understanding of whole School Evaluation and Development Planning;

• to act as a role model to pupils through always being punctual and well prepared and to maintain appropriate professional relationships and an atmosphere conducive to learning;

• to attend School and Year Assemblies and to carry out a share of supervision duties in accordance with published rotas;

• to contribute actively to the maintenance of the School as an orderly community by upholding the provisions of the School’s Rules and the Pupils’ Code of Conduct;

• to maintain good order and discipline among the pupils, safeguarding their welfare both on School premises and when engaged in authorized activities elsewhere;

• to participate in staff and other meetings relating to the School’s curricular, pastoral or administrative arrangements;

• to assist with covering or taking other classes as and when required (e.g. staff illness) and being available for examination invigilation;

• to communicate and co-operate on educational issues with persons or bodies outside the School as appropriate;

• to contribute to the extra-curricular life of the School as appropriate and attend and support School and House events wherever possible.

Teaching:

• to ensure that lessons are planned in appropriate detail (considering pupils’ prior attainment) and are prepared and delivered in accordance with the Learner Profile, departmental Schemes of Work and regulatory standards, reinforcing the need for high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils;

• to take account of pupils’ educational needs (differentiating where appropriate), to teach in a manner appropriate to a Grammar School (as outlined in the School’s Guide to Outstanding Teaching), including the setting and marking of work, to be carried out by the pupils in School and elsewhere (homework), according to agreed schedules;

• to assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of pupils in accordance with the School’s policy, in order to ensure pupils fulfil their potential. This record of assessment should be available to the Head of Department or Directors of Studies on request;

• to regularly mark pupils’ work, giving appropriate feedback and keeping records of marks;

• to provide mark lists, grading lists, written reports, internal comments or references relating to individual pupils as the School may require;

• to communicate with Head of Department and Form Tutor regarding the progress of individual pupils, as necessary;

• to attend Parent Evenings to discuss the progress of pupils and use such occasions to offer constructive advice on what pupils need to do to improve their progress;

• to participate, within the guidelines laid down by the Head of Department, in the evaluation and development of appropriate methods of teaching, syllabuses and materials, writing Schemes of Work as reasonably requested and contributing to the development of departmental policy;

• to assist with displays and publishing of pupils’ work;

• to utilise ICT as an effective tool to aid teaching and other classroom resources as appropriate;

• to assist with departmental voluntary activities, societies, trips and initiatives.

Pastoral Care:

Teachers will act as Form Tutors under the direction of a Progress Leader and Head of School/Director of Sixth Form and they will:

• be ‘in loco parentis’, responsible for the welfare of pupils in the Form and the first point of contact for those seeking help or guidance or wishing to express concern;

• take an interest in the personal circumstances and development of each pupil in the designated Form Group, in his/her happiness and security, and to be available for advice or consultation with parents as well as provide comments on Reports, and to handle correspondence;

• promote the academic progress and well-being of individual pupils and any Form Group, class or group, ensuring consistent feedback is given, which guides pupils. Discussing Reports and supporting self-evaluation activities with the designated Form Group;

• providing tutees with guidance and advice on educational, careers and social matters, monitoring their welfare and making relevant records and reports (including reference and personal profiles) in accordance with the School’s policies. If necessary, directing pupils to sources of more expert advice on specific questions;

• ensure that the Form Group’s Pupil Planners are kept up to date and to ensure they are used effectively by pupils including as a means of parent(s)/School communication;

• promote the Learner Profile and high standards of behaviour, attendance, punctuality and attitudes to work.

• ensure that pupils’ dress and appearance conform to the requirements set out in the Code of Conduct;

• encourage pupils to develop their interests and talents through participation in extra-curricular activities and the broader life of the School;

• discharge effectively a range of Form administrative duties.

Personnel and Continuing Professional Development:

• to attend and participate in Staff INSET and training courses and events, as requested;

• to contribute, as requested, to the selection, appointment and professional development of staff, including the induction of new teachers;

• teachers on the Upper Pay Scale will be expected to make a greater contribution to the School’s Appraisal and CPD arrangements as part of their normal working arrangements.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• The above responsibilities are subject to the general duties and responsibilities contained in the written Statement of Conditions of Employment (the Contract of Employment).

• The postholder is required to support and encourage the School’s ethos and its objectives, policies and procedures as agreed by the Governing Body.

• To uphold the School's policy in respect of child protection and safeguarding matters.

• The postholder shall be subject to all relevant statutory requirements as detailed in the most recent School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document.

• The postholder may be required to perform any other reasonable tasks after consultation.

• This job description allocates duties and responsibilities but does not direct the particular amount of time to be spent on carrying them out and no part of it may be so constructed.

• This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition of the post. It will be reviewed at regular intervals and it may be subject to modification at any time after consultation with the postholder.

• All staff members are required to participate in the School’s Appraisal Scheme.

What the school offers its staff

ACCOMMODATION AND FACILITIES

The Mathematics Department is well-equipped and all students have textbooks for their various courses. The Mathematics Department subscribes to a variety of teaching and education resources to aid learning. The Mathematics and Music Building houses seven Mathematics classrooms, all of which are equipped with projectors and standard whiteboards.

The classrooms are spacious, light, and air conditioned. The Mathematics Building is adjacent to the Year 7 playground and staff occasionally make use of the outdoor space when conducting investigations with their classes.

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.

Main Pay Range/Upper Pay Range + Lift Schools Wellbeing Cash Plan + Car Scheme + Pension Scheme (TPS) + Additional Lift Schools Benefits

Permanent, Full Time

January 2025 Start

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New Rickstones Academy is a great place to work with a friendly and supportive team. Staff numbers have also increased and the academy is proud to boast high retention rates. Development is a priority with an extensive and successful CPD (Continuing Professional Development) programme to further develop our excellent staff.

Every member of the team is a vital part of our committed and ambitious team and we have been very successful at developing teachers and leaders with progression both within, and beyond the academy.

Our "Curriculum Drivers" guide everything we do, encouraging students to be safe, happy, proud and reach their full potential.

Mastery: delivering excellent teaching & learning and developing excellent students who are ambitious and committed.

Character: developing students into well rounded young people who we can be confident in to "do the right thing when no-one is looking".

Perspective: how our students fit into the world around them, how they appropriately challenge wrongs, and promote what is right. Students are open minded, compassionate and promote the differences found in all of us.

We are looking for a talented Teacher of Science to join our well established team. We welcome applications from all specialisms, if you are an ECT or an experienced teacher, driven and passionate about Science we would love to hear from you.

If this advert, our website, and the job description sound of interest to you, Laura Bailey, our Head of Science, welcomes you to contact her for an informal discussion about the position at

Closing date : 13th October 2024

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 57 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives - and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

Our mission:

1. We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.
2. With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives.
3. We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.

We offer you:

Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.

Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.

Generous Benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.

Lifestyle Perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our colleagues 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.

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