Total 4 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Preston, PR1 7LY

Service Care Education seeks a committed full-time Science Teacher to join our science department. We are looking for an enthusiastic educator to deliver engaging, practical science lessons, inspire curiosity, and support academic success across various abilities.

Employer: Service Care Education
Location: Preston, UK
Contract: Full-time, Ongoing
Reports To: Head of Science / Headteacher

Key Responsibilities:
Teaching and Learning

• Deliver engaging lessons across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, tailored to different learning needs.
• Inspire students through experiments and interactive methods, promoting inquiry and critical thinking.
• Prepare students for assessments, striving for academic excellence.
• Utilize data to adapt teaching strategies and address learning gaps.
• Maintain a safe, positive classroom that fosters participation and exploration.

Curriculum and Resources

• Contribute to the planning of a stimulating science curriculum.
• Create diverse teaching materials, incorporating experiments, models, and digital resources.
• Stay updated with advancements in science, integrating new practices and technology.

Student Support and Engagement

• Monitor student progress and implement interventions as needed.
• Offer extra support through tutoring or hands-on guidance.
• Encourage participation in science activities like clubs and fairs.
• Maintain communication with parents to support learning and development.

Professional Development and Collaboration

• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with educational trends.
• Collaborate with staff, sharing resources and teaching methods in meetings.
• Support school-wide events promoting STEM education.

Safeguarding and Pastoral Care

• Adhere to safeguarding policies to ensure student well-being.
• Provide pastoral care to support students' overall development in a nurturing environment.

Person Specification

Qualifications:

• Degree in Science (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics).
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

Experience:

• Experience teaching Science at the secondary level preferred; Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) welcome.
• Proven ability to drive student success.

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Creative, engaging teaching methods that make science accessible and exciting.
• Enthusiastic about fostering scientific curiosity and a love for learning.

How to Apply
If you are interested in this role or want further discussion, please contact Lewis O'Donnell either via email: lewis.odonnell@servicecare.org.uk or tel: 01772208962. Alternatively, if you have any friend or colleagues that might be interested, please feel free to refer them as we a have a referral scheme in place of up to £400.

Your new company
Your new school is a small secondary school with academy status located in Preston. The school is coeducational and caters for pupils aged 11-16. The school has consistently been graded as good in all areas by OFSTED and as a result, has established an excellent reputation in the local community. There is an extremely supportive senior leadership team throughout school with a clear vision towards achieving outstanding. In addition to the above, the school offers state of the art facilities and has excellent transport links.
Your new role
Joining a high-achieving department, you will be responsible for teaching Science to KS4. The role is to commence as soon as possible and will operate, full time, ongoing on a temporary basis. As the role is long term, you will be required to plan and prepare all lessons whilst differentiating in pupil ability. You will also be required to mark and assess all work ensuring that pupils are progressing in line with their target grades.
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in securing this position, it is essential that you hold a teaching qualification such as QTS, QTLS or PGCE and have experience of teaching Science to KS4. You must be able to commence the role immediately and be able to commit to the full duration of the assignment.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will be paid a competitive daily rate and will gain experience working within a successful Science department. In addition to the support from the department, you will also be supported by a dedicated HAYS consultant who will assist with any queries. You will also join our Hays Refer a Friend Scheme where you could be entitled to receiving £350 in high street vouchers.
What you need to do now
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See attached detailed job description and person specification: Staff benefits Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays. 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts

We are currently working in partnership with a 'Good' secondary school, based in Preston, Lancashire who are actively recruiting for a Science Teacher to start immediately for the rest of the academic year. This is a full timetable.


Qualifications:

* Qualified Teacher Status

* A relevant honours degree



Essential Experience:

* A minimum of 1 year teaching experience

* Experience of teaching Science up to KS4

* Evidence of good classroom practice

* Good understanding of engaging teaching methods

* Ability to engage, enthuse & motivate students

* Understanding of the use of assessment for Planning

This post is suitable for a Newly Qualified Teacher or Experienced Teacher and operates full salary portability. You must be able to provide recent reference and hold or be willing to apply for an Enhanced DBS Certificate & register this online on the update service.



To apply, please send an up to date copy of your CV online

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'