Total 3 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 3SQ

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for someone who:

• Is committed to becoming a truly excellent teacher;
• Can teach a broad range of engaging and effective lessons that motivate, inspire and improve student attainment;
• Can plan and deliver lessons and sequences of lessons to the highest standard that ensure real learning takes place and students make superior progress;
• Is able to raise attainment and challenge students to achieve their best;
• Has a commitment to extra-curricular activities;
• Is aware of current initiatives in Science;
• Is an effective team member who can contribute positively to the work in the Science Department;
• Has a positive, cheerful outlook with a good sense of humour;
• Is able to forge good relationships with students and staff;
• Is able to work hard and remain calm under pressure;
• Has a desire to work within the Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) structure.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer the successful candidate:

• An ambitious and vibrant place to work, with enthusiastic children and staff who are passionate about learning;
• A workplace where everyone feels valued and supported;
• Opportunities for training and progression;
• The support of Acorn Education Trust, with excellent opportunities to work with experienced colleagues;
• A supportive and clearly defined induction procedure.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a talented Teacher of Science to join a highly effective team in our successful school close to the heritage city of Bath.

The successful candidate must be able to teach Science across Key Stage 3 & 4.

Further information can be found on the School website.

ECTs and experienced teachers are welcome to apply.

To apply: Please refer to the details on the School website.

What the school offers its staff

At St Laurence School we regard our staff as our most important resource. Our 2014 Investors in People report noted that:

There is a strong belief that St Laurence School is a ‘great place to work’. Everyone clearly has a high level of pride in working at the school and in what is being achieved. They feel this way because of the inspirational leadership, strong teamwork, supportive management, pleasant environment and of course, the students.

The science team comprises nine full-time and four part-time science specialist teachers with responsibility for teaching Years 7 to 13. The department is led by the Director of Science, assisted by the Heads of Biology, Chemistry and Physics. There are 12 dedicated laboratories, 3 of which are part of a new build with an additional classroom space in the new block. The standard of equipment and resources is very high. All full-time members of the department have lessons timetabled in their own laboratory and work with a dedicated technician. There are five part-time technicians.

• Further information can be found on the School website

Commitment to safeguarding

St Laurence School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Evidence of outstanding teaching ability

Clear subject knowledge, with experience of teaching A-level or clear potential to do so

Recent successful experience in the relevant faculty of a secondary school or academy

Evidence of successful impact on raising standards and improving student progress and outcomes

Sound and current knowledge and understanding of the changing curriculum at Key Stages 3, 4 and 5 and its relevance to our Academy

Commitment to the Academy’s approach to enterprise education and to enrichment

Ability to promote parental engagement and develop positive relationships with even the most challenging parents/carers

A good knowledge of effective social inclusion strategies and evidence of successfully promoting social inclusion

Experience of working in an 11-18 school or academy

Experience of working in more than one secondary school or academy

What the school offers its staff

Additional benefits of working at GWA include:

• Average class sizes of 26 in years 7 to 11

• Flexible working opportunities

• Excellent CPD opportunities

• State of the art facilities

• Leading edge ICT, including a laptop provided for all staff

• Free Health and Wellbeing Support Service

• Cycle to work scheme through Cyclescheme

• Access to EV charging on site. Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice scheme

• Easy access to the A419, and free parking

Commitment to safeguarding

Great Western Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks. All posts within the Trust are therefore subject to an Enhanced DBS and barred list check.