Science Teacher

Role: Science Teacher (Qualified)
Contract: Full time
Hours: 8.30am - 5pm - Monday - Friday
Location: Birkenhead
Salary: £33,000 - £45,000 per annum (DOE)
Employer: Impact North West Schools Ltd

Who we are:

Impact North West Schools Ltd is a rapidly growing independent special school based in Birkenhead. Alongside our school provision, we also operate a private exam centre, supporting candidates aged 16 through to adults to complete their examinations in a calm and supportive environment.

Our mission is simple: to create a professional, welcoming and reassuring exam setting where every candidate can perform at their best.

We are proud to be:

• Rated “Good” by Ofsted

• Recognised as a Centre of Excellence by the Inclusion Quality Mark

These achievements reflect our commitment to high standards, innovation and a positive culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

The Role - Science Teacher (Qualified):

We are looking to appoint a Teacher of Science who will have a significant impact on the learning of pupils with additional needs. The role will involve working with all years, delivering a variety of high quality Science lessons. 

The successful candidate will work in a secure and supportive environment that helps pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties overcome their challenges.

The position requires a candidate who can build relationships with children with SEMH difficulties and work in collaboration with colleagues to create an inclusive and supportive environment that is conducive to learning.

Key Responsibilities - Science Teacher (Qualified):

• Teach a  Science curriculum that promotes literacy, creativity, and academic progress for all students

• Ensure that Science lessons are well-planned, sequenced, and relevant to the needs of Impact North West Schools students

• Monitor and assess student progress in Science, using data to inform teaching strategies and interventions

• Embed literacy skills across the Science curriculum, developing resources as needed

• Foster a safe, inclusive, and positive classroom environment, using trauma-informed and attachment-aware approaches

• Set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds and abilities.

• Work collaboratively with pastoral teams to address barriers to learning and promote emotional resilience

• Organise enrichment activities to inspire students and foster a love of learning

• Provide leadership and guidance to the Science department, ensuring a cohesive and effective approach to teaching and learning

What We Are Looking For - Science Teacher (Qualified):

We are seeking individuals who have:

• Flexible around the needs of the school and pupils.

• A committed Teacher and work in line with the school behaviour policy.

• Able to modify challenging behaviour in a firm but supportive manner.

• Child centred.

• Flexible with a good sense of humour.

• Strong subject knowledge and understanding of the Science curriculum, including current best practices and research.

• An ability to be flexible in the subjects that are taught.

• Excellent teaching and assessment skills, with the ability to adapt to the needs of SEMH students

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and families

• Data analysis and interpretation skills, to use assessment information to inform teaching and learning

• Commitment to continuous professional development and a willingness to share best practises with colleagues

• Ability to foster a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment, using trauma-informed and attachment-aware approaches

• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively

• To follow our safeguarding policy and ensure all students are safe at all times.

Personal Qualities:

• Commitment to ensuring the safety and welfare of children.

• Commitment to upholding and promoting the ethos and values of the school.

• Integrity, honesty and fairness.

• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively.

• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times.

• Commitment to equality.

• SEND experience is desirable.

Qualifications and training

• Good honours Degree

• QTS/QTLS/PGCE  

• Evidence of CPD relevant to this job role

Safer Recruitment Statement:

Impact North West Schools Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its school. INWS complies with the statutory legislative requirements and guidance that seeks to protect children including ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. In order to meet this, we follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. DBS Enhanced Checks are required as part of our search & selection process.

Equal Opportunities:

INWS recognises the value of, and seeks to achieve, a diverse workforce which includes people from all backgrounds.

INWS takes positive steps to create an employment culture in which people feel confident of being treated with fairness, dignity and tolerance irrespective of their individual differences.

This commitment extends beyond the relationship between and conduct of employees and potential employees, to the whole community.

INWS is committed to the elimination of unlawful discrimination and to the promotion of good relations between all.