Teacher of Biology (KS5 specialist)
Liverpool Life Sciences UTC
Liverpool
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 15 October 2018
Job overview
LIVERPOOL LIFE SCIENCES UTC CUC Building, Greenland Street, Liverpool, L1 0BS Teacher of Biology (KS5 specialist) Start date: ASAP
Salary: MPS
Closing date: 9am Monday 15th October 2018
Why did you become a teacher of science?
If part of your response is a passion for science and sharing that with young bright minds then you need to consider the Liverpool Life Sciences UTC.
The Life Sciences UTC continues to be a beacon for science teaching in the UK and its work with leading universities and business partners makes it one of the most rewarding places to teach the subject you love. This role is ideal for teachers with the ability to deliver an exceptional learning experience to students in a culture and environment that allows for growth and development of both students and staff.
Science teachers at the UTC are encouraged and given time to explore their own areas of research in our state of the art innovation labs, engage students in unique ways in our basement aquaponic urban farm, inspire the next generation of engineers in our 3d printing labs or access our business and university partners to take learning to a whole new level.
We are looking to add an inspirational teacher to our exceptional science team to specialise in KS5 Biology but to also be competent at KS4.
With one of the largest sixth forms in the region we and as a member of the Northern Schools Trust, the UTC offers fantastic opportunities for staff to develop their careers within the context of a group of exceptional schools.
Application Forms and further details can be downloaded from http://northernschoolstrust.co.uk/current-vacancies/
and please watch our Teacher recruitment video at https://youtu.be/jxt1LCrkQek
This UTC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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About Liverpool Life Sciences UTC
- Liverpool Life Sciences UTC
- 41 Greenland Street, Liverpool
- Mersyside
- L1 0BS
- United Kingdom
The Life Sciences UTC is a high performing, non-selective specialist Science and Healthcare College for students aged 14-19. As the first of its kind in the UK, we have demonstrated that it is possible for education to work hand in hand with industry and higher education to ensure life changing opportunities for students. As we go into our 5th year, we are now one of the biggest local sixth form providers in the Liverpool City Region.
We have secured a good Ofsted, with Outstanding for our behaviour, welfare and personal development. Our results are improving. We are making solid progress with a comprehensive intake of students and are pushing harder for ever better results. Most importantly, we ensure decisions we make about the learning programmes for our students are entirely driven by their future career plans and we do everything possible to support them to achieve their goals. The school has an economically diverse student intake, a fact reflective of the local community, and exists on a newly-renovated and updated site with a wide range of modern teaching and recreational facilities.
Principal
Jillian Davies
Values and Vision
As a University Technical College, Liverpool Life Sciences UTC has a strong focus on preparing students for careers in a small number of specific industries. To this end, the school works closely with its primary sponsor as well as a number of external healthcare and technology companies including Unilever, Novartis and a local NHS trust. The curriculum at the college has extensive options for both vocational and academic study, with older students having a range of BTECs and A-levels to choose from.
Ofsted
“Most teachers have very good subject knowledge and a firm understanding of the courses they are delivering. They plan effective lessons to engage most pupils in their care. Many teachers have a passion for their subject which is communicated strongly to pupils in their care. All teachers have access to good quality professional development. There is a continued focus on improving the mastery of teaching skills.”
The full report into Liverpool Life Sciences UTC can be found here.
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