Science/Biology Teacher

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Science the Science Teacher will be accountable for pupil progress and development, working together to ensure the provision of an appropriately balanced, relevant and differentiated Science curriculum for all, which is exciting and far-reaching.  

Key Responsibilities

Learning and Teaching

• Teach an appropriate lesson load, as appropriate to skills and qualifications and to the needs of the curriculum 

• To set pupils in appropriate teaching groups and to allocate staff to those groups

• To encourage pupils to pursue Science courses in post 16 places of study

• To assess and monitor pupil progress, and act on underachievement by providing intervention classes as appropriate

• To contribute to Science Club and revision sessions

School improvement and quality assurance

• To actively inspire and promote Science through the school

• Ensure internal assessments and examinations are set and administered professionally

• Liaise with the HOD on matters relating to external examinations

• Undertake professional development as agreed with school leaders

• Assist with the development and upkeep of quality wall displays to promote a lively and stimulating learning environment 

Pupil Support

• Work with individuals and small groups to deliver programmes to support learning, liaising with teachers and other staff as required 

• Meet with parents as necessary 

School ethos

• Create and maintain a positive environment, which secures good teaching, effective learning, high standards of attainment and good discipline across the department. 

• Contribute to and promote the development of a positive school ethos and achievement of the seven school values. 

• Contribute to the extra-curricular programme offering at least one club per term. 

• Perform additional duties and tasks required for the effective operation of the school as directed by the Headteacher

General responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the health, welfare and safety of pupils at all times.

• Be willing to take part in assemblies, attend staff briefings, meetings, and preparation/Inset days.

• Attend parent/teacher evenings and Senior Department and whole school events as required by the Headteacher.

• Maintain discipline and high standards of courtesy and appearance among pupils at all times, co-operating with other members of staff and using the school systems for managing behaviour.

• Uphold the policies and follow the guidelines set out in the Staff Handbook.

• Undertake an appropriate number of duties each week.

• Provide cover for the absence of a colleague when required.

• Accept any reasonable responsibility delegated by the Headteacher.

For a full Job Description, please see the attached file.

Interviews likely Tuesday 12th February 2019.

Manor House School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people for which all staff share responsibility.   We have an extensive policy regarding safer recruitment practices which ensures those unsuitable for working with children are identified at the initial stages.  All staff are subject to the standard pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS check.  

All staff have a responsibility for safeguarding the students with regular training and updates when required.