Science Teacher at South Shore Academy
South Shore Academy
Blackpool
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- As soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 5 November 2023
Job overview
Teachers’ Pay Scales plus school teachers terms and conditions
Subject Teachers are essential members of the Academy Team. Post holders will strive to secure outstanding teaching, to ensure effective learning in the subject and to facilitate excellent outcomes for the pupils. They will care for and inspire pupils to believe in themselves and promote a lifelong love of learning.
They will effectively carry out the professional duties of a school teacher as set out in the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document and meet the national professional standards.
They will strive for excellence in all they do and be committed to working as a part of a team to provide first class provision for all our pupils. They will have energy, experience and passion to motivate themselves, their colleagues and the pupils to be the best they can be.
Excellent teamwork, high standards of professionalism and a capacity to work hard will be at the core of their success. They will have the ability, determination and commitment to work collaboratively with the Head of School to continue the development of the Academy.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. To be responsible for the effective teaching, learning and organisation of assigned pupils to secure good outcomes.
2. To promote the wellbeing of all pupils and maintain high expectations of behaviour in accordance with the Academy’s Behaviour Policy.
3. To develop and maintain positive professional relationships with all members of the Academy’s community.
4. To actively engage in the professional development opportunities to further develop skills and improve practice.
5. To play a full part in the life of the Academy to support its vision and ethos.
KEY FOCUS AREAS
Teaching, Learning and Outcomes
• Set high expectations that inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.
• Ensure all lessons are well planned and personalised, taking into account the different needs of pupils and their prior attainment, with clear objectives and learning outcomes identified.
• Ensure all lessons are well prepared, with equipment and resources readily available, and delivered in accordance with the Academy’s Teaching and Learning Policy.
• Ensure that literacy, numeracy and other Academy curricular initiatives are reflected in the learning experience for all pupils taught.
• Ensure feedback and marking provided to pupils, in both written and verbal form, supports pupils’ better understanding of their achievement to date and what is needed to progress further.
• Use of formative and summative assessment to identify next steps to secure pupil progress.
• Maintain accurate records of pupil progress and assessments.
• In line with Academy policy, report evaluate and analyse pupil progress towards targets to identify individual and groups of underperforming pupils.
• Work proactively with the Subject Team Leader, and colleagues within the subject team, to implement strategies to address the underperformance of individual and groups of pupils.
• Undertake assessment of pupils requested by external examination bodies, subject and Academy procedures.
• Ensure the effective deployment of additional support staff within the classroom to maximise pupil progress.
• Create and maintain an engaging, exciting and orderly learning environment.
To apply please follow the link:
https://bfet.jotform.com/231443137326854
or click apply on our academy website: https://www.southshoreacademy.bright-futures.co.uk/our-school/vacancies/current-vacancies/
About South Shore Academy
South Shore Academy is a co-educational, 11-16 secondary school in Blackpool, Lancashire. It has around 750 pupils on its roll.
South Shore Academy has recently joined the Cidari Multi Academy Trust, we are at the beginning of our journey to offering high-quality education in a vibrant, traditional learning environment. We are dedicated to nurturing ‘the best from everyone’ and helping every student achieve their full potential in an academic, caring, inclusive community
South Shore Academy was allocated a new school building through the Priority Schools Building Programme.
Headteacher
Neil Kay
Values and vision
Our vision is to establish South Shore Academy as a centre of academic excellence, supporting and challenging every pupil to achieve the qualifications and skills they need. We aim to build aspirations and empower our students to achieve their goals, fostering a culture of contribution to society.
Our core values—Dignity, Hope, Community, Wisdom, Humility, and Kindness—will shape a school culture built on genuine mutual respect. At South Shore Academy, we are committed to nurturing confident, resilient, and proud members of our community, ensuring that every student becomes an integral part of what we proudly call "Team SSA."
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