Total 10 science rd research job vacancies in Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4QP

What skills and experience we're looking for

Required for January 2025, an enthusiastic, well-qualified TEACHER OF COMPUTER SCIENCE to join a strong department in a vibrant and supportive school. Computer Science is taught by an enthusiastic and specialist team who embrace new challenges to build upon the department’s popularity with pupils. We are proud of the diverse curriculum that caters for the wide interests of our ambitious students. An ability to teach Maths would be an advantage. Our departmental curriculum includes courses in both GCSE Computer Science and a Technical Award in Interactive Media at KS4, along with A Level Computer Science and a Level 3 BTEC in Information Technology in the Sixth Form.

Gillingham School will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.

What the school offers its staff

An excellent induction programme exists for all colleagues who join our school and are entitled to rich professional learning and ongoing professional development. High quality research informed professional development is a professional entitlement for all colleagues. Located in an attractive rural setting but with good travel links (e.g. Bath, Exeter, Salisbury), Gillingham is an ambitious, popular school which offers excellent resources, outstanding facilities and a happy working environment.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and will require the disclosure of any criminal convictions. Gillingham School will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of Science who can deliver high-quality learning opportunities for our students across this key curriculum area. You will be joining a very passionate and effective team of 5 teachers and leaders who work collaboratively to implement a digital IB curriculum with carefully planned interdisciplinary links with other departments.

We’d like to hear from candidates who are:

• An excellent teacher who is passionate about learning and has strong subject knowledge
• Able to maintain a positive growth mindset despite challenges they may face
• Collaborative, able to build strong professional relationships
• Able to motivate and inspire students and staff to achieve their full potential
• Energetic and have a can-do attitude
• Confident and has strong career aspirations
• Committed to safeguarding and the happiness and wellbeing of everyone at the Academy
• Prepared to be involved in leading co-curricular activities either within or outside of their teaching subject
• Committed to accessing the support from the Trust to improve their digital skills in preparation for becoming Level 1 Certified Google Educators

If you are looking for a new challenge in an exceptional new Academy we look forward to hearing from you!

What the school offers its staff

The Science team is part of Turing College (STEM subjects) and works closely with all other departments, particularly Maths, PE and Technology to ensure they deliver a highly ambitious, global curriculum with cross-curricular links.

What we are offering:

• A salary commensurate with the profile of the post
• Bespoke CPD with mentoring and coaching opportunities
• The opportunity to work laterally across a number of Leigh Academies Trust schools to benchmark best practice and to be involved in teaching and learning innovation

Further details about the role

If you have any queries regarding the role or the application process, please contact Rachel Cribben (Recruitment Advisor) on rachel.cribben@latrust.org.uk or 01643 412 258.

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our commitment to safeguarding: Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust, consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Including online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of Science who can deliver high-quality learning opportunities for our students across this key curriculum area. You will be joining a very passionate and effective team of 5 teachers and leaders who work collaboratively to implement a digital IB curriculum with carefully planned interdisciplinary links with other departments.

We’d like to hear from candidates who are:

• An excellent teacher who is passionate about learning and has strong subject knowledge
• Able to maintain a positive growth mindset despite challenges they may face
• Collaborative, able to build strong professional relationships
• Able to motivate and inspire students and staff to achieve their full potential
• Energetic and have a can-do attitude
• Confident and has strong career aspirations
• Committed to safeguarding and the happiness and wellbeing of everyone at the Academy
• Prepared to be involved in leading co-curricular activities either within or outside of their teaching subject
• Committed to accessing the support from the Trust to improve their digital skills in preparation for becoming Level 1 Certified Google Educators

If you are looking for a new challenge in an exceptional new Academy we look forward to hearing from you!

What the school offers its staff

The Science team is part of Turing College (STEM subjects) and works closely with all other departments, particularly Maths, PE and Technology to ensure they deliver a highly ambitious, global curriculum with cross-curricular links.

What we are offering:

• A salary commensurate with the profile of the post
• Bespoke CPD with mentoring and coaching opportunities
• The opportunity to work laterally across a number of Leigh Academies Trust schools to benchmark best practice and to be involved in teaching and learning innovation

Further details about the role

If you have any queries regarding the role or the application process, please contact Rachel Cribben (Recruitment Advisor) on rachel.cribben@latrust.org.uk or 01643 412 258.

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our commitment to safeguarding: Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust, consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Including online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for aLead Practitioner - Sciencefor January 2025and warmly welcome applications from experienced teachers who are passionate about science and have a proven track record of exceptional outcomes at GCSE and A Level.

You will be joining a very passionate and effective team of teachers and leaders who work collaboratively to implement a digital IB curriculum with carefully planned interdisciplinary links with other departments.

We’d like to hear from candidates who are:

• An excellent leader who is passionate about learning and has strong subject knowledge within the science remit
• Collaborative, able to build strong professional relationships
• Able to motivate and inspire students and staff to achieve their full potential
• Energetic and have a can-do attitude
• Confident and has strong career aspirations
• Committed to safeguarding and the happiness and wellbeing of everyone at the Academy
• Prepared to be involved in leading co-curricular activities either within or outside of their teaching subject

What the school offers its staff

The Science team is part of Turing College (STEM subjects) and works closely with all other departments, particularly Maths, PE and Technology to ensure they deliver a highly ambitious, global curriculum with cross-curricular links.

We have an impressive Science department with state-of-the-art laboratories which are completely facilitated with all the practical equipment a scientist could dream of!

Further details about the role

If you have any queries regarding the role or the application process, please contact Rachel Cribben (Recruitment Advisor) on rachel.cribben@latrust.org.uk or 01643 412 258.

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our commitment to safeguarding: Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust, consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Including online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We would love to hear from you if you:

• Are an inspirational and skilled teacher of Science
• Are committed to improving pedagogical practices
• Are aspirational for career development and eager to seize additional career progression opportunities

You will also be keen to live our Twynham Learning employee values which are:

• Aim high
• Keep improving
• Don’t leave anyone behind
• See the bigger picture

What the school offers its staff

We are delighted to be recruiting for an enthusiastic Science Teacher to join our high-performing, forward thinking and cohesive department.

We teach a rigorous academic curriculum with a clear focus on supporting all students achieve positive outcomes. You will work with the Director of Science, and the wider school team to continually drive attainment and standards across the department.

We are looking for an outstanding individual who will relish the opportunity:

• To assist in the development of resources, schemes of work, marking policies and teaching strategies in an identified curriculum area
• To contribute to the school development plan and its implementation
• To plan and prepare and lessons
• To contribute to the whole school’s planning activities
• To run after school clubs
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding and Child Protection policies

What we can offer you

• An opportunity to work with wonderful children and their families as well as exceptional colleagues
• High quality continued professional development and opportunities to progress
• An exceptional CPD offer from ECT through to preparation for senior and system leadership
• The opportunity to work within Twynham Learning; a progressive multi-academy trust
• The opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful areas of the South Coast
• Automatic membership of the Teachers Pension Scheme
• Free on-site parking

Further details about the role

Any questions?

To discuss the post or your application, please contact Nikki Steele, HR Officer on 01202 662015 or email us at recruitment@twynhamlearning.com

How to apply

To apply for this vacancy, please submit a Job Application Form and Diversity Questionnaire by email to: recruitment@twynhamlearning.com

Only applications made using our own official application form will be accepted. You can download the form and questionnaire here: www.twynhamlearning.com/187/staff-vacancies

The closing date for applications is Monday 14th October 2024 at 9am. Interview date to be confirmed.

Commitment to safeguarding

We value diversity and inclusiveness. We want our workforce to be representative of all sections of our community, so we give equal opportunities. We don't discriminate on age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy/maternity, race/colour/nationality, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation. We'll only consider people who can evidence their right to work in the UK. We're committed to robust Safer Recruitment processes to safeguard children. We undertake enhanced criminal records checks before appointment. Candidates must disclose all unprotected spent and unspent cautions and convictions. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Sir John Colfox Academy is looking for a Teacher of Science. For more information and how to apply please click here:

https://initiolearning.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3623024?cid=3256

What the school offers its staff

The Sir John Colfox Academy is looking for a Teacher of Science. For more information and how to apply please click here:

https://initiolearning.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3623024?cid=3256

Commitment to safeguarding

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Sir John Colfox Academy is looking for a Second in Science. For more information and how to apply please click here:

https://initiolearning.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3623149?cid=3256

What the school offers its staff

The Sir John Colfox Academy is looking for a Second in Science. For more information and how to apply please click here:

https://initiolearning.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3623149?cid=3256

Commitment to safeguarding

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you a passionate educator with a flair for Science? We're seeking an enthusiastic, forward-thinking Teacher to join our successful Trust and contribute to our mission of raising the standards of education for our students.

In this full-time, permanent role, you'll be based at Brompton Academy, a highly oversubscribed secondary school serving the local community of Medway. As part of our Trust-wide environment, you'll experience open management that fosters growth and collaboration.

What the school offers its staff

At Brompton Academy, we extend a very warm welcome to all. Our Principal, along with a dedicated and passionate team of professionals, is committed to 'Transforming Lives Through Learning'. We aim to create a caring, supportive, and aspirational learning environment, guided by our REACH values of Resilience, Equality, Aspiration, Community, and Happiness.

We believe setting high expectations is central to our students' success, academically and personally. Our extensive careers programme, integrated into lessons and complemented by regular events, equips students with the skills and knowledge they need to plan for and achieve their desired futures.

Join us in offering a broad and balanced curriculum designed to meet the needs of today's students and prepare them for tomorrow's challenges and opportunities. Through a one-to-one iPad scheme and high-quality teaching, we provide the foundations for great learning in each classroom. Our extensive extra-curricular offer provides ample opportunities for students to explore their interests and talents, ensuring an enjoyable experience at Brompton Academy.

If you're ready to make a difference and shape the future of our students, join our team of dedicated professionals. Recruitment incentives are available for the right person. Explore the many employee benefits and opportunities for growth on our website: https://www.universityofkentacademiestrust.org.uk/ to find out more about Brompton Academy, please visit https://www.bromptonacademy.org.uk/

Further details about the role

HOW TO APPLY

Your application should be made after reading the job description and person specification and you will use the application to tell us how your current skills and experience fit the requirements and why you think you would be suited to this role. CVs will not be accepted. Please send your application to recruitment@universityofkentacademiestrust.org.uk

We are keen to attract top talent to our inclusive Trust and therefore we welcome applications from all people across the community spectrum regardless of their race, religion, ethnicity, sexuality, sexual orientation, disability, gender reassignment or age.

Deadline for applications:Noon on Thursday 12th September 2024.

Commitment to safeguarding

The University of Kent Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). In addition, the Trust will carry out an online search, once, as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is intended to help us identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Senior Science Technician

Term Time plus 2 Weeks (41 weeks) 37 hours per week (job share considered)

Salary: £22,075– £24,510 (FTE £25,088-£27,855)

TBOWA Support Staff Salary Scale – 20-24

Are you looking for a career in a thriving, friendly and supportive environment where staff welfare is a priority? Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people in a role that actively contributes to the faculty of science education? If so, The Bishop of Winchester Academy wants you!

We are seeking a Senior Science Technician to play a key role in enhancing the quality of science education and encourage our students to realise their full potential. You will work with a highly professional team to provide efficient and effective technical support to students, using your knowledge to gain educational-based experience.

As Senior Science Technician you will be welcomed into an experienced team of professionals to:

• To liaise with science teaching staff, ensuring that they are supported in delivering high quality practical science lessons
• To be the line manager for the Science Technicians
• Support the continued development of the Science Technicians through performance management
• Prepare apparatus and equipment for practical lessons
• Ensure the maintenance and servicing of science machinery, equipment and apparatus
• Assist with creating inspiring teaching displays throughout the department
• To be responsible for the control and management of chemical stocks and equipment under the supervision of the Head of Science. This includes placing orders, receiving new stock, maintaining and updating inventories, keeping records of expenditure and undertaking routine stock checks
• To work with colleagues in the science department to create, develop and maintain health and safety records, including risk assessments, COSHH information, practical procedures and records of safety checks
• To participate in internal and external training as required

What the school offers its staff

The Bishop of Winchester Academy is a thriving Church of England school, recently recognised by Ofsted as prioritising ‘wider opportunities alongside achievement so that pupils “live life to the full.”’ (Ofsted 2023). Operating from recently refurbished facilities, our shared mission to improve the life chances of all of our students is at the very centre of our work.

We put the welfare of our staff at the heart of everything we do and can offer you:

• Generous employer pension contribution at 23% basic salary
• Career development with a bespoke CPD programme
• Excellent newly refurbished facilities with free onsite parking and good local public transport links
• Close proximity to beaches and the Jurassic Coast to assist your work life balance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme

To apply for this Senior Science Technician role, please visit the vacancies section of our website to complete an application form: https://www.tbowa.org/staff/-vacancies/support-staff. Please email completed application forms to recruitment@tbowa.org, addressing your covering letter to Mr Paul McKeown, Principal.

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

Are you a passionate educator with a flair for science? We're seeking an enthusiastic, forward-thinking Teacher to join our successful Trust and contribute to our mission of raising the standards of education for our students.

In this full-time, permanent role, you'll be based at Brompton Academy, a highly oversubscribed secondary school serving the local community of Medway. As part of our Trust-wide environment, you'll experience open management that fosters growth and collaboration.

At Brompton Academy, we extend a very warm welcome to all. Our Principal, along with a dedicated and passionate team of professionals, is committed to 'Transforming Lives Through Learning'. We aim to create a caring, supportive, and aspirational learning environment, guided by our REACH values of Resilience, Equality, Aspiration, Community, and Happiness.

We believe setting high expectations is central to our students' success, academically and personally. Our extensive careers programme, integrated into lessons and complemented by regular events, equips students with the skills and knowledge they need to plan for and achieve their desired futures.

Join us in offering a broad and balanced curriculum designed to meet the needs of today's students and prepare them for tomorrow's challenges and opportunities. Through a one-to-one iPad scheme and high-quality teaching, we provide the foundations for great learning in each classroom. Our extensive extracurricular offer provides ample opportunities for students to explore their interests and talents, ensuring an enjoyable experience at Brompton Academy.



What the school offers its staff



The successful applicant will be coming to a multi-academy trust-wide supportive learning environment, characterised by open management, and in the knowledge that they will enjoy the full support and care of the pragmatic (and down to earth) leadership team. We have a dynamic, innovative team of professional staff who want to make a difference to the lives, aspirations, and opportunities of our young people. We would encourage applicants to visit the UKAT website to view the many employee benefits on offer: https://www.universityofkentacademiestrust.org.uk/careers-with-ukat

Brompton Academy is an extremely popular oversubscribed academy with a 400+ Adult learner education programme. We have fantastic new buildings, with outstanding facilities, and Apple technologies for all, enabling us to enhance and support cutting edge learning strategies required for continuous improvement. Brompton Academy is proud of its comprehensive website and would encourage applicants to visit for further information: http://www.bromptonacademy.org.uk



Further details about the role

How to apply

Your application should be made after reading the job description and person specification, and you will use the application to tell us how your current skills and experience fit the requirements and why you think you would be suited to this role.CVs will not be accepted.

We are keen to attract top talent to our inclusive Trust and therefore we welcome applications from all people across the community spectrum regardless of their race, religion, ethnicity, sexuality, sexual orientation, disability, gender reassignment or age.



Commitment to safeguarding

The University of Kent Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). In addition, the Trust will carry out an online search, once, as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is intended to help us identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online.