Science Teacher

Humberston Academy is now recruiting for a Science Teacher with responsibilities to be negotiated with the successful applicant if appropriate. Are you a an outstanding, ambitious, inspirational Science teacher? Would you like to be part of an organisation that consistently achieves academic outcomes in the top 10% nationally?

There may also be a possibility of a TLR (2.1 £3017.00) to a suitable candidate to lead on enrichment or Head of Year 7 and Primary Liaison plus a Recruitment and Retention allowance of £3,000, plus a possible relocation allowance.

Interviews to be held Tuesday the 30th May 2023.

About the Role

The successful applicant will be part of a department that has performed consistently above national average in all examinations delivered. The department thrives on good humour and teamwork, delivering a knowledge rich curriculum in well-resourced classrooms with a student centred philosopy.

The successful applicant will be part of a team that has a variety of specialised teachers, all offering support and guidance to each other, which creates a positive and hardworking ethos. They are eager to access the most up to date research and always go above and beyond to ensure all students meet their potential.

Applicants are required to be driven, motivated and enthusiastic to deliver Science up to KS4.

At Humberston Academy we are passionate about providing a traditional curriculum which not only develops life skills but prepares each student for adulthood and a successful career.

Students in the academy show a real enthusiasm for science and are acutely aware of the link between the subject and the world of work.

About our Academy

Humberston Academy is an oversubscribed ‘outstanding’ academy located in an affluent area of North East Lincolnshire. As well as being an Ofsted graded outstanding academy, Humberston Academy achieved ‘World Class Schools’ status in December 2019 and re-accredited in 2022. Humberston Academy continues to deliver incredible opportunities to young people with a specific focus on STEM enrichment and favourable links to the apprenticeships industry as well as traditional route towards higher education.

Humberston Academy has also been appointed as the Teaching School Hub for the local region which will allow all colleagues to access leading edge career professional development in order to enhance the standard of teaching as well as the opportunity to deliver CPD to colleagues locally in our profession.

At Humberston Academy we are committed to equality, inclusion and diversity. We are incredibly proud to have been awarded the Rainbow Flag award in 2022. In addition to this Humberston Academy prides itself on sharing important environmental values with all our stakeholders. This has allowed us to achieve Eco School Status in 2021. The successful applicant will be expected to buy in to our ethos and culture as a member of Team Humberston.

Salary & Benefits

• M2-UPS3 (£28,000 - £43,685)
• TLR (2.1 £3017.00) to a suitable candidate to lead on enrichment or Head of Year 7 and Primary Liaison
• Teachers' Pension Scheme
• Professional development programme
• ECT Scheme including ongoing coaching and mentoring for all teachers [include if applicable to role]
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Rewards and Recognition Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

• High standards of teaching and learning
• A good degree in a specialist subject teaching qualification
• Nationally recognised teaching qualification
• High level skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to teach Science across Key Stages 3-4
• A strong classroom teacher, demonstrating ability to innovate
• Understanding of the importance of a knowledge rich Science curriculum
• Able to showcase evidence of the use of technology in teaching and learning
• Be flexible and responsive to a changing educational environment
• Contribute to whole school initiatives
• Committed to working co-operatively with young people; able to communicate sensitively, imaginatively and effectively with them
• Able to communicate effectively with parents to represent the Academy positively and feedback information as appropriate
• Willing to contribute to the professional development regionally as a Teaching Schools Hub and as hub for NMAPS SCITT H
• Have high expectations of what students and staff can achieve
• Fully supportive of the aims and ethos of Humberston Academy

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. 

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click on ‘apply now’.

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.