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Teacher of Science

Cantell School, Bassett, City of Southampton

Teacher of Science

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Cantell School, Bassett, City of Southampton

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 26 Oct | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: b8cc5ca8585c4fcf920427a5093c4fb9

Location ref: Bassett, City of Southampton

Full Job Description

  • Teach Science across KS3 and KS4, including the delivery of GCSE specifications
  • Demonstrate strong subject knowledge in Science and model a passion for the discipline.
  • Create a supportive and inclusive learning environment where all students can thrive.
  • Contribute to curriculum development and the wider work of the Science Department.
  • Maintain high expectations of behaviour, progress, and achievement.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to support whole-school priorities and enrichment opportunities.
  • Demonstrate excellent organisational, communication, and classroom-management skills.
  • Support the Head of Department in the ongoing development, implementation and evaluation of the Science curriculum
  • Plan and deliver quality-first teaching, underpinned by adaptive teaching strategies to meet the needs of all learners, including students with SEND
  • Use assessment effectively to track and monitor student progress, adapting teaching in response to individual needs
  • Champion Cantell School's focus on EMPOWER skills.
  • Work closely with the SEND team and support staff to ensure appropriate scaffolding, challenge and access for all students
  • Organise and support trips, visits and workshops that build students' scientific knowledge.
  • Liaise effectively with parents, carers, support staff and external providers, including attending parents' evenings
  • Engage fully with the school's CPD programme, including training related to SEND, adaptive teaching and inclusive practice

    Is a qualified teacher (or completing training) with the ability to teach Science
  • Has knowledge of GCSE Science specifications
  • Demonstrates a strong commitment to inclusive practice and adaptive teaching
  • Is reflective, collaborative and eager to develop their practice
  • Is committed to raising aspirations and outcomes for all students, including those with SEND
  • Brings energy, creativity and a willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school, We are seeking a passionate, enthusiastic, and highly motivated Science Teacher to join our dedicated team. The successful candidate will deliver engaging and inspiring lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4. You will play a key role in fostering curiosity, developing scientific thinking, and encouraging students to achieve their full potential.
    • We will offer the successful applicant:
  • A supportive environment for ECTs, with structured mentoring and development
  • A strong commitment to professional learning and career progression
  • A culture that values adaptive teaching, inclusion and collaboration
  • Enthusiastic students with scientific curiosity
  • A welcoming and supportive staff community
    • Commitment to safeguarding

    Cantell School is proud to be a heavily oversubscribed, inclusive comprehensive school with a student intake that reflects a wonderfully diverse and vibrant local community. Our fundamental mission is to provide an exceptional learning experience for every student so that they may lead a happy and successful life now and in the future. In March 2024, we were judged outstanding in all areas by Ofsted. Whilst we are honoured to receive such an accolade, we must be clear that this does not define us. What makes us stand out in the crowd is the strength of relationships between our diverse student and staff body. It is one of the reasons why Cantell is a great place for students to learn and staff to work!, Cantell School is committed to ensuring the welfare and safety of all our children in school. We believe that our students have a right to learn in a caring, supportive and safe environment; our staff are vigilant for signs of any student in distress and are confident about applying the processes to alleviate any problems or concerns. We fully recognise our responsibilities for child protection. We have a Child Protection Policy that applies to all staff, governors, volunteers and visitors to our school.

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/teacher-of-science-127648815