Job Description
The role
The core purpose of this post is to contribute to the overall development of this strong, stable department through teaching all three sciences at Key Stage 3 and 4 with the ability to offer a specialism at GCSE and A Level.
NQTs and experienced teachers are welcome to apply.
The school:
- Graded an "Outstanding" Secondary school by Ofsted in 2014
- The school is located in East London within close proximity to a tube station.
- Will consider an NQT
- Will consider either Chemistry or Biology specialist
Key responsibilities:
- To actively contribute to the teaching of Science across all age and ability ranges
- To remain informed of current developments in the subject area, to participate in INSET and to initiate change where appropriate
- To devise innovative, challenging schemes of work
- To consistently plan and deliver good and outstanding lessons, ensuring that a variety of teaching resources are utilised
- To set and mark internal examinations and tests as required
- To demonstrate good knowledge of a wide range of teaching methods and to implement these in the classroom
- To be fully committed to and actively contribute to the department enrichment activities programme
- To possess excellent ICT skills and use these as a tool in the teaching of Science
- To monitor the quality of teaching; based on evidence, self-evaluation and development, ensuring a consistent and continuous focus on achievement and aspiration
- To maintain an organised and effective learning environment in the classroom and shared areas
- To take responsibility for own professional development in discussion with the Head of Dept.
