Teacher of Science

Job Title - Teacher of Science

Nuneaton Academy

Salary: £35,000 - £51-000

Start Date: TBC

The classroom teacher is responsible for delivering learning in accordance with the programme designed by the head of Department, based on senior management strategy and national guidelines. Teachers are expected to work to the National Standards for teachers

Key Responsibilities:

·        Develops and prepares learning materials

·        Delivers learning

·        Monitors and assess performance

·        Reports progress against targets

·        Manages pupil behaviour and standards

·        Manages Health and Safety

·        Contributes towards department tasks

·        Is responsive to the School’s agreed policies

·        Contributes towards the work of project groups established to guide and monitor school development

·        Contributes towards the work of project groups established to guide and monitor school development

·        Provides guidance and advice to pupils on educational and social matters, on their further education and careers

·        Communicate and consult with outside agencies, parents or guardians as appropriate

·        Participates in directed meetings related to the curriculum, pastoral arrangements or administration of the school

·        Participates in staff development programmes as agreed with the Senior Management Team and colleagues

·        Keeps up to date with relevant initiatives and development in area of expertise.

·        Looks for and uses opportunities to support the development of the whole child through spiritual, moral, social and cultural activities

Qualifications

·        Degree level qualification

·        Postgraduate professional Qualification e.g. Postgraduate Certificate in Education 2. Communication

Person Specification

·        Applies effective verbal communication skills

·        Presents information and ideas clearly, by using language appropriate to audience

·        Positively influences the opinions of others through factual discussion

·        Adapts personal style to suit individual situation and needs

·        Creates an environment of trust by delivering on promises

·        Utilises report-writing skills to accurately reflect a situation through positive language 3. Other Skills Required for Role

·        Exercises flexibility in order to accommodate changes in work priorities

·        Balances tasks and resources in the organisation of a wide range of activities

·        Provides contingencies to deal with the unexpected

·        Thinks clearly and logically in working through a problem making referrals as appropriate

·        Anticipates workload and plans ahead

·        Monitors progress against key performance indicators

·        Makes routine decisions based upon guidelines and procedures laid down in the established framework

·        Contributes towards the effective delivery of performance targets, objectives and standards set at department level

·        Leads by example in standards of behaviour in the work environment 5. Leadership/Management skills.

Assume responsibilities as agreed with their Head of Department

About United Learning

More Pay – More Time – More support

United Learning is a group of schools which aims to provide excellent education to children and young people across the country. We uniquely comprise schools in both the state and the independent sectors and currently educate over 60,000 students and employ over 9,000 members of staff.

The growing range of outstanding group-wide activities that we can provide will mean that more young people will have truly exceptional and inspiring experiences. We believe that our Group contains the most developed relationships and practical interactions between independent and state schools in the country; creating benefits for all the schools involved whilst respecting both traditions and learning from each other.

 Our Ethos Our approach to education is underpinned by a sense of moral purpose and commitment to doing what is right for children and young people. We believe in supporting our colleagues to achieve excellence and in acting with integrity in all our dealings within and beyond the Group. We believe the safety and welfare of all children and young people is paramount. We summarise this ethos as ‘the best in everyone’ underpinned by our core values:

AMBITION – to achieve the best for ourselves and others.

CONFIDENCE – to have the courage of our convictions and to take risks in the right cause.

CREATIVITY – to imagine possibilities and make them real.

RESPECT – for ourselves and others in all that we do.

ENTHUSIASM – to seek opportunity, find what is good and pursue talents and interests.

DETERMINATION – to overcome obstacles and achieve success.

Our staff are one of our most important assets, we are passionate about supporting our staff, bringing out ‘the best from everyone’.  You will work closely with your Executive Business Manager to set personal and meaningful development objectives and you will receive all support possible to achieve and surpass these objectives. You will also have the benefit of accessing a range of internal and external staff networks and fantastic CPD opportunities.

Benefits

·        Perkbox - access to resources such as a discounted shopping platform and wellness hub including discounted gym membership

·        Access to a dedicated employee assistance counselling and advice line

·        Westfield Health cash plan – claim the cost back on health services such as physio, dental treatments and optical services (eligible after 6 months service)

·        Cycle to work scheme

·        Car lease scheme

·        LGPS Pension