Total 31 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 4RA

Are you a passionate Science Teacher looking for flexible teaching opportunities in Chesterfield? Hays Recruitment is hiring! We welcome Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced educators, including those from other agencies.
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What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and motivated teacher of Mathematics with an infectious passion for their subject and specialist subject knowledge.

You will be part of a team of seven other expert Maths teachers and will receive excellent support and opportunities for development within the academy and across the Trust.

To be successful, you must be confident in the delivery of Maths at KS3 and KS4 and have the ambition and dedication to continue to support the development of the curriculum and wider curriculum in line with current practice and research in effective teaching. You will be able to support the promotion of excellent standards of student learning, achievement, progress, attainment and behaviour through working effectively and collaboratively. Passionate about your specialist subject, you will recognise the importance and impact that this area of the curriculum has on a student’s wider life and on their future destinations and career prospects.

This is a fixed-term maternity cover post until 19 December 2025.

What the school offers its staff

Vision & Aims – The de Ferrers Trust

The de Ferrers Trust is a Multi Academy Trust comprising three Secondary Academies and four Primary Academies, currently based in Staffordshire and Derbyshire.

Our vision is to ensure the children and young people in our care have the opportunity to fulfil their potential through achieving highly, regardless of their ability or background. We aim to achieve this vision through:

• Delivering a high-quality education
• Recruiting, developing and retaining high-calibre members of staff
• Establishing and developing robust governance
• Ensuring financial probity and viability
• Developing a highly efficient Trust infrastructure and central services
• Establishing effective systems to support the sustainable growth of the Trust

CPD

The Trust believes that professional development is key to being successful and offers excellent opportunities for colleagues to grow and achieve. We provide tailored CPD and professional development, mentoring, strong support and a range of developmental opportunities across the Trust.

In Return

We strive to be an Employer of Choice and are committed to the wellbeing and development of our colleagues. You will join a supportive, warm and friendly community and enjoy an excellent benefits package, which includes:

• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Discounted gym membership
• Eyecare vouchers
• BHSF healthcare scheme

Further details about the role

If you would like to discuss the role or have any other queries, please call 01283 216765 and ask to speak to Rachel Lane, HR Officer.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint a Science teacher, ideally with Physics or Chemistry specialism who is passionate about their subject and committed to developing high standards so that the life chances of all students are enhanced. Applications are invited from enthusiastic, experienced and inspiring teachers to join our dedicated and friendly Science department.

What the school offers its staff

Netherthorpe is a thriving 11-18 school with a large Sixth Form and a commitment to raising the level of achievement of all its students. The school has a traditional ethos and enjoys an excellent reputation within the area.

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

Job Title: Science Teacher

Location: Esteem North Academy, Chesterfield site

Travel to all academy sites, and pupil’s homes on occasion, may be expected, with mileage expenses available to be claimed from the nominated base.

Grade/Scale: MPS/UPS +SEN1 Actual Salary £30,000 to £46,525 +£2,539 (Pending Teachers’ Pay Award 2024-25)

Start date: January 2025 or ASAP

Contract: Permanent, Full time

It is a really exciting time in the academy’s development as we look to expand our provision, enhance the curriculum offer and build a reputation as the alternative provider of choice in the county. We have made some really exciting appointments where recruitment presents it challenges and we are now looking to offer a full -time permanent contract for a teacher to join our academy.

We are looking to recruit an experienced and inspiring teacher to join our academy to teach science to pupils in KS3 and Biology to pupils in KS4. The staffing teams are small compared to mainstream schools and the post will suit a teacher who is willing to be flexible to meet the needs of the pupils and the academy. Both secondary Chesterfield sites will have approximately 110 pupils on roll that are not all on site at the same time and classes sizes are small with around 10 pupils. You will be an allocated form tutor.

We welcome applications from candidates who are able to teach engaging and inspiring lessons to challenging and disengaged KS3 and 4 pupils. This is a science teaching position however, experience in the delivery of other subjects will be advantageous, particularly Duke of Edinburgh, PE or maths.

Applicants should have good knowledge and experience of working with disaffected pupils in a school or other alternative setting. An affinity for pupils with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties is an essential quality for this challenging but rewarding opportunity. Applicants should be resilient, have high expectations, and a sense of humour. You must be able to build positive relationships with our pupils and think outside of the box. You will be responsible for contributing to a small staffing team to ensure that the site runs smoothly. A growth mindset and positive ethos are essential characteristics that we are looking for.

An allocated base will be named for payment of mileage and any travel calculation between sites for CPD or for engaging in off -site rewards trips etc. Candidates must have access to a vehicle and car insurance with business use included.

What the school offers its staff

Benefits include: Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Westfield Health membership, academy laptop.

For further information, please contact support@esteemnorthacademy.co.uk or visit our website https://www.esteemmat.co.uk/vacancies. Please use the relevant application form on the MAT website; CVs alone will not be accepted.

Closing date for applications: 15 October 2024 (23:59)

Interview date: TBC

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates upon application and may close the application process prior to this date

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its pupils. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

Commitment to safeguarding

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

What skills and experience we're looking for

The School:

Located in the semi-rural village of Swanwick on the Nottinghamshire / Derbyshire border and within easy reach of the M1, Swanwick Hall is an 11-18 school with over 1,000 students situated on a beautiful 23-acre site around a Grade 2 listed Hall.

At Swanwick Hall our mission is simple, we exist to provide our students with opportunities and experiences to enhance their life choices, making a positive contribution to the world we share. The school, a member of The Two Counties Trust, is rightly proud of its reputation in the community as a good school which has an excellent record of student progression and positive engagement based on mutual respect.

The role:

Swanwick Hall is looking for an inspirational Teacher of Business Studies and Computer Science. This role is perfect for an individual who is committed to students’ learning and ensuring they each achieve their full potential by consistently delivering engaging lessons. The successful candidate will join a team of effective, hardworking professionals, committed to providing an outstanding education for all students. This role will involve teaching timetabled lessons for both Business Studies and Computer Science.

The person:

We are looking for someone who has a real passion for Business Studies and Computer Science and their teaching and can demonstrate excellent subject knowledge. The ideal candidate will have a range of skills and experiences that they can bring to our school to complement our current talented team of teachers.

What the school offers its staff

Why join us?

There are many reasons to choose The Two Counties Trust as a great place to start or continue your career.

We recognise the importance of a happy, healthy, rewarded and well motivated workforce and as such we have developed our HR strategy to invest in our employees. We have removed appraisal and appraisal related pay progression, changing the focus from validation to professional growth and enabling all our employees to get better all the time.

We are fully committed to supporting your career and professional growth through a range of routes both within schools and across the Trust and we offer extensive professional learning opportunities for all employees.

We offer:

• Highly competitive pay and pay progression opportunities.
• An array of employee benefits and lifestyle options including discounted healthcare, gym membership and extensive high street retail discounts.
• Entry to a career average pension scheme.
• Opportunities to experience and share practice in our partner schools across the Trust.
• A stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment with a dedicated team of like-minded professionals.
• Excellent opportunities to develop your skills and experience and to progress your career.
• We take the wellbeing and health of employees seriously. We have a range of support mechanisms and benefits available to employees and the Trust has signed up to the Education Staff Wellbeing Charter.

The closing date for applications is: Thursday 03 October 2024 at midday.

Interviews will be held on: a date to be confirmed.

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in Regulated Activity relevant to children.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory enhanced level DBS disclosure with a children’s barred list check, two satisfactory references and successful completion of vetting procedures.

In accordance with the statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), an online search will be conducted as part of due diligence on shortlisted candidates and a social media check will be required as a condition of employment.

We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and candidates with a disability who meet the essential job criteria will be given an opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at interview.

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

Education, Training and Experience

Candidates should have:

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Experience of teaching Science in a secondary school as part of present employment or block teaching practice

Education Philosophy

Candidates should have:

• A commitment to comprehensive education
• A commitment to equal opportunities
• A concern to help each child develop their full potential

Knowledge and Skills

Candidates should:

• Be a highly competent classroom teacher
• Be familiar with a variety of approaches to teaching and learning
• Have the ability to motivate and earn the respect of students
• Have an understanding of the relevant agreed syllabus for Science
• Have an ability to use data to inform student progress

Personal Qualities

Candidates should:

• Be committed to outstanding teaching and learning
• Have an enthusiasm for the subject and the ability to enthuse others
• Have a capacity for hard work
• Be able to work co-operatively with team members
• Be patient, tactful and diplomatic
• Show initiative
• Be keen to make an extra-curricular contribution
• Enjoy good relationships with students

What the school offers its staff

We recognise the importance of ensuring that all staff at Tibshelf Community School enjoy a healthy work-life balance in order to ensure they can not only provide the best teaching and learning outcomes to our students, but that the school can promote a culture of progress and wellbeing at all levels.

We work hard offering a variety of initiatives, services and events to provide a well-rounded sense of wellbeing. A happy working life and career at Tibshelf Community School is supported by some of our key wellbeing initiatives including:

• Whole Staff Induction programme
• 1-1 personalised performance management/appraisal system
• Mentors for ECTs
• Exemplary CPD programme
• Leadership Development Opportunities
• Celebration Events
• Sports & social events
• Dedicated department bases for teaching faculties
• On-site parking
• Laptops with secure home-school access for all teaching staff
• Extended access to school during our wider opening hours
• Access to the canteen and dining facilities

In addition to the above, all staff members have access to complimentary medical and wellbeing support services available 24 hours a day/7 days a week including (but not exhaustive):

• Nurse support service
• Emotional support and counselling
• Workplace assessments
• Occupational health referrals for access to Physiotherapy and workplace adjustments

Commitment to safeguarding

Tibshelf Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All staff and volunteers are required to undertake a criminal record check via the DBS before they can be appointed.

What skills and experience we're looking for

This is an opportunity for an ECT or an experienced teacher to join our Science team. We would welcome applications from teachers with specialisms in Biology, Physics or Chemistry. The successful candidate will be able to teach throughout Key Stage 3 and GCSE. In 2024 we will be opening our brand-new, purpose-built Science teaching building.

As a teacher of Science, you will provide excellent teaching of the subject and be a role model to students. You will be a qualified teacher and be fully up to date with curriculum developments. You will work closely with the Head of department on a process of continuous improvement, ensuring that the school continues to deliver even better outcomes for students.

On the application form, please focus on a detailed 'supporting statement' taking into account the person specification and indicating why you would be the best person for us to recruit to this position.

Please email the school office atpostroom@cdcollege.ukor call 01332 810528, if you would like to arrange a tour of the school prior to application and/or interview.

What the school offers its staff

Castle Donington College is a small 11-16 school. We have 640 pupils on role across five-year groups (Years 7 to 11). The College is situated on the Northwest edge of Leicestershire on the Leicestershire, Derbyshire, and Nottinghamshire border and within 30 minutes’ drive of Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, Loughborough and Burton, being close to the M1 and A50.

This is an exciting time to join Castle Donington College. In January 2019 we received an Ofsted rating of ‘Good’. We are very proud of our community and the pupils we serve. We chose to join the East Midlands Education Trust, a successful and thriving partnership of high achieving schools in January 2022. As a member of this partnership, we believe we will go from strength to strength in the next few years.

The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post, will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken during the recruitment process and this may include online searches.

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.

The closing date for applications is 9AM on Wednesday 25thSeptember 2024.

Commitment to safeguarding

The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post, will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken during the recruitment process and this may include online searches.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Job Title: Head of Science

Location: Esteem North Academy, one of the Chesterfield sites

Travel to all academy sites, and pupil’s homes on occasion, may be expected, with mileage expenses available to be claimed from the nominated base.

Grade/Scale: MPS/UPS +SEN1 +TLR2a Actual Salary £30,000 to £46,525 +£2,539 +£3,214 (Pending Teachers’ Pay Award 2024-25)

Start date: January 2025

Contract: Permanent, full time

We are looking to offer a full-time permanent contract for an inspiring teacher and leader to join our academy as Head of the secondary Science curriculum. The role will include a teaching timetable for KS3 and KS4. The staffing team will consist of 3 staff members which includes this new role. The Head of Science will take responsibility for the quality of the science curriculum and ensure that planning provides engaging lessons for our pupils and that lessons are fully resourced. The Head of Science will ensure that the curriculum is sequenced, that pupils make progress and achieve outcomes. We deliver GCSE Biology only and all 3 sciences at KS3. You will keep up to date with exam regulations and ensure pedagogical approaches to learning are relevant. You will be able to articulate the subject and lead on Deep Dives. Our sites are small compared to mainstream and house around 100 pupils. Classes may have up to around 10 pupils and you will be an allocated form tutor.

We welcome applications from candidates who are able to teach engaging and inspiring maths lessons to challenging and disengaged KS3 and 4 pupils.

Applicants should have good knowledge and experience of working with disaffected pupils in a school or other alternative setting. An affinity for pupils with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties is an essential quality for this challenging but rewarding opportunity. Applicants should be resilient, have high expectations, and a sense of humour. You must be able to build positive relationships with our pupils and think outside of the box. A growth mindset and positive ethos are essential characteristics that we are looking for.

An allocated base will be named for payment of mileage and any travel calculation between sites for CPD or for engaging in off -site rewards trips etc. Candidates must have access to a vehicle and car insurance with business use included.

What the school offers its staff

Benefits include: Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Westfield Health membership, academy laptop.

For further information, please contact support@esteemnorthacademy.co.uk or visit our website https://www.esteemmat.co.uk/vacancies. Please use the relevant application form on the MAT website; CVs alone will not be accepted.

Closing date for applications: 14 September 2024 (23:59)

Interview date: TBC

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates upon application and may close the application process prior to this date.

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its pupils. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

Commitment to safeguarding

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an individual who:

• Has a minimum of A-level Science or equivalent qualifications.
• Has the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Has good organisational and planning skills including prioritising tasks.
• Is able to work as part of a team and be flexible to the needs and priorities of the school
• Is proficient with IT

What the school offers its staff

In return, as part of the Spencer Academies Trust, we can offer you:

• A GOOD school (OFSTED 2012, 2017 and 2022)
• A friendly, supportive and professional team of staff
• A commitment to provide Continuing Professional Development

Commitment to safeguarding

Spencer Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students and all posts are subject to enhanced DBS with children’s barred list checks and completion of Level 2 safeguarding training.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an individual who:

• Has a minimum of A-level Science or equivalent qualifications.
• Has the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Has good organisational and planning skills including prioritising tasks.
• Is able to work as part of a team and be flexible to the needs and priorities of the school
• Is proficient with IT

What the school offers its staff

In return, as part of the Spencer Academies Trust, we can offer you:

• A GOOD school (OFSTED 2012, 2017 and 2022)
• A friendly, supportive and professional team of staff
• A commitment to provide Continuing Professional Development

Commitment to safeguarding

Spencer Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students and all posts are subject to enhanced DBS with children’s barred list checks and completion of Level 2 safeguarding training.

Science Teacher Position at an AP in Chesterfield

Are you a passionate and dedicated Science Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity in the Chesterfield area? Our client, a reputable AP school, is seeking a qualified Science Teacher to join their team.

Position: Science Teacher
Location: Chesterfield
Salary: £145 - £205 per day

Key Responsibilities:

Plan and deliver engaging Science lessons tailored to the needs of students in an AP setting
Support students with social, emotional, and mental health challenges to achieve academic success
Collaborate with colleagues to create a positive learning environment


Requirements:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a Science specialism or experience of teaching Science in the UK.
Experience working with students with challenging behaviour is desirable but not essential
Strong communication and interpersonal skills


If you are a Science Teacher with a passion for making a difference in the lives of students and meet the requirements above, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity.

What skills and experience we're looking for



We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Mathematics specialist to join our dedicated Mathematics team.



The faculty prides itself on maintaining above-national-average GCSE results. We follow a well-resourced scheme of learning and offer AS level Further Maths.



To be successful, you will be committed to creating and securing high standards of learning, achievement, progress, attainment and behaviour, as well as having a positive impact on the academic results throughout the department. You will have a passion for teaching Maths and a desire to motivate and engage students. The faculty has an ethos of building strong relationships with students to provide exceptionally high standards of teaching along with the best possible learning environment and educational resources that students, parents and the local community are proud of.



The Mathematics Faculty has 12 qualified teachers with a mix of age and experience. The Mathematics GCSE and A level results and Progress 8 have improved to above the national average; this trajectory is projected to continue.



We are housed in a 10-room purpose-built Mathematics block which has interactive Promethean screens in each room. The academy continually invests in CPD to ensure teaching is good or better.



What the school offers its staff



Vision & Aims – The de Ferrers Trust



The de Ferrers Trust is a Multi Academy Trust comprising three Secondary Academies and four Primary Academies, currently based in Staffordshire and Derbyshire.



Our vision is to ensure the children and young people in our care have the opportunity to fulfil their potential through achieving highly, regardless of their ability or background. We aim to achieve this vision through:



• Delivering a high-quality education
• Recruiting, developing and retaining high-calibre members of staff
• Establishing and developing robust governance
• Ensuring financial probity and viability
• Developing a highly efficient Trust infrastructure and central services
• Establishing effective systems to support the sustainable growth of the Trust













CPD



The Trust believes that professional development is key to being successful and offers excellent opportunities for colleagues to grow and achieve. We provide tailored CPD, mentoring, strong support and a range of developmental opportunities across the Trust.



In Return



We strive to be an Employer of Choice and are committed to the wellbeing and development of our colleagues. You will join a supportive, warm and friendly community and enjoy an excellent benefits package, which includes:



• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Discounted gym membership
• BHSF healthcare scheme
• Eyecare voucher scheme
• Access to a fully fitted fitness suite, located on-site at The de Ferrers Academy













Further details about the role



If you would like to discuss the role or have any other queries, please call 01283 216837 and ask to speak to the HR Team.



Commitment to safeguarding

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and motivated Science teacher with an infectious passion for the subject to join us.

Applications from ECTs are most welcome. This is an exciting opportunity for you to create innovative and exciting learning opportunities for our students.

The successful candidate will be committed to creating and securing high standards of learning, achievement, progress, attainment and behaviour, as well as having a positive impact on the academic results throughout the department. You will have a passion for teaching Science and a desire to motivate and engage students. You must be confident in the delivery of Science and have the ambition and dedication to continue to develop the curriculum in line with current practice and research in effective teaching.

You will be joining a thriving and passionate Faculty whose vision is to equip our students with the powerful scientific knowledge they need to share the same passion as their teachers.

For any ECT applications, we offer an excellent Early Careers Teacher programme, and you will be fully supported through your ECT years by a mentor and dedicated Assistant Principal.

If you are an ECT looking to join a supportive and nurturing environment, we would love to receive an application from you.

This is a full-time or part-time role for 32.5 or 26 hours per week.



What the school offers its staff



Vision & Aims – The de Ferrers Trust



The de Ferrers Trust is a Multi Academy Trust comprising three Secondary Academies and four Primary Academies, currently based in Staffordshire and Derbyshire.



Our vision is to ensure the children and young people in our care have the opportunity to fulfil their potential through achieving highly, regardless of their ability or background. We aim to achieve this vision through:





• Delivering a high-quality education
• Recruiting, developing and retaining high-calibre members of staff
• Establishing and developing robust governance
• Ensuring financial probity and viability
• Developing a highly efficient Trust infrastructure and central services
• Establishing effective systems to support the sustainable growth of the Trust















CPD



The Trust believes that professional development is key to being successful and offers excellent opportunities for colleagues to grow and achieve. We provide tailored CPD, mentoring, strong support and a range of developmental opportunities across the Trust.



In Return



We strive to be an Employer of Choice and are committed to the wellbeing and development of our colleagues. You will join a supportive, warm and friendly community and enjoy an excellent benefits package, which includes:





• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Discounted gym membership
• BHSF healthcare scheme
• Eyecare voucher scheme
• Access to a fully fitted fitness suite located on site at The de Ferrers Academy















Further details about the role



If you would like to discuss the role or have any other queries, please contact the HR Team on 01283 216837.



Commitment to safeguarding

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

What skills and experience we're looking for



Would you like to work in a school where “pupils thrive,” where there is an “excitement about learning,” where “conduct is exemplary” and where “high expectations are set by staff and pupils live up to them?” (Ofsted February 2022).



If so we are seeking to appoint an excellent classroom practitioner in Science with a passion for ensuring that all children have access to a high-quality curriculum. The successful candidate will be required to teach across the full age and ability range of the school.



We welcome applications from recently qualified and experienced teachers as well as those aspiring to lead and contribute to the wider curriculum area.



What the school offers its staff



Noel-Baker Academy is a rapidly improving school centred around a dedicated team of people who are working together to achieve our mission of delivering an unashamedly academic and knowledge rich education to our students.



Everything we do at NBA is underpinned by our passionate belief that outstanding schooling is the right of every child, and a determination that such a vision is achievable. We believe in and aspire to provide an inclusive education for all. That is, high expectations of and for all pupils, an insistence on excellent behaviour, equal access to an academically rigorous curriculum taught by highly skilled subject specialists and a sharp focus on high value enrichment opportunities that will enable all students to excel. We will never accept that family background, socio-economic circumstances or prior attainment will inevitably limit young people’s potential and so the profile of our intake will always be a reason for our provision, and never an excuse for our outcomes.



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.

Job Title: Science Teacher
Location: Esteem North Academy, Hasland site or the new Chesterfield/surrounding area site
Travel to all academy sites, and pupil’s homes on occasion, may be expected, with mileage expenses available to be claimed from the nominated base.
Grade/Scale: MPS/UPS +SEN1 Actual Salary £30,000 to £46,525 +£2,539
Start date: ASAP or September 2024
Contract: Permanent, Full time

We are looking to recruit an experienced and inspiring teacher to join our academy to teach science to pupils in KS3 and Biology to pupils in KS4. The staffing teams are small compared to mainstream schools and the post will suit a teacher who will take ownership of their subject and is willing to be flexible to meet the needs of the pupils and the academy. The Hasland site has approximately 120 on roll that are not all on site at the same time and classes sizes are small with around 10 pupils. You will be an allocated form tutor.
We are rapidly expanding and increasing pupil capacity; hence we are acquiring an additional site. We hope to be ready to open this site summer or September 2024. This site will also offer education to pupils in KS3 and 4 and will be based in the Chesterfield/surrounding area. The ability to teach a second subject would be beneficial. It would be very useful if candidates had experience of teaching other subjects such as maths or Duke of Edinburgh. It is likely that successful candidates may be timetabled to also teach Duke of Edinburgh.

We welcome applications from candidates who are able to teach engaging and inspiring lessons to challenging and disengaged KS3 and 4 pupils. Applicants should have good knowledge and experience of working with disaffected pupils in a school or other alternative setting. An affinity for pupils with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties is an essential quality for this challenging but rewarding opportunity. Applicants should be resilient, have high expectations, and a sense of humour. You must be able to build positive relationships with our pupils and think outside of the box. You will be responsible for contributing to a small staffing team to ensure that the site runs smoothly. A growth mindset and positive ethos are essential characteristics that we are looking for.

An allocated base will be named for payment of mileage and any travel calculation between sites for CPD or for engaging in off -site rewards trips etc. Candidates must have access to a vehicle and car insurance with business use included.

Benefits include: Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Westfield Health membership, academy laptop.

For further information, please contact support@nedsc.derbyshire.sch.uk or visit our website https://www.esteemmat.co.uk/vacancies. Please use the relevant application form on the MAT website; CVs alone will not be accepted.

Closing date for applications: 22 April 2024 (23:59)
Interview date: TBC
We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates upon application and may close the application process prior to this date

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its pupils. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.