Teacher of Chemistry

Teacher of Chemistry

Beths Grammar School is a large multi-cultural school on the borders between London and Kent serving a wide range of vibrant and exciting communities. We specialise in boys' education in the main school and have a large, co-educational 6th form.

The Science Department pride themselves on their collegiate ethos and professionalism. The Department is housed in the Science block with ten purpose built teaching laboratories, and two preparation rooms. Each Laboratory is equipped with a personal computer and an interactive whiteboard. There is a HOD , Subject Leaders and a KS3 coordinator. All students do Separate award Biology, Chemistry and Physics at GCSE and there are large number of students choosing to do the three subjects at A-Level.

 The Science staff are highly motivated and individualistic, employing a variety of teaching pedagogies and providing many opportunities for sharing good practice. There are many informal meetings in addition to the formal Departmental meetings, thus ensuring effective communication and consistency of delivery across all Key Stages. The department continues to achieve excellent results in each of the three subjects at both GCSE and A-Level.

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional Teacher of Chemistry up to A Level, who is looking to join a large, outstanding and dedicated team for September 2024. This post would suit an Experienced or Early Careers Teacher. 

Job Description:

Curriculum

• Plan and prepare lessons in line with departmental Schemes of Work, using appropriate teaching methods and resources.
• Set Homework as per the Homework timetable.
• Mark and monitor student’s class and homework providing constructive oral and written feedback, and setting targets for student’s progress.

·        Contribute to the development of schemes of work and departmental policies.

Students

• Set high expectations for students’ behaviour, establishing and maintaining a good standard of discipline and appearance.
• Undertake students’ supervisory duties and cover for absent colleagues in line with school procedures.
• Operate the school and Department’s Discipline Support and Rewards Policy.
• Assess and record each students’ progress, including through observation, questioning, testing and marking.
• Make every reasonable effort to ensure delivery of the school’s Home School Agreement.
• Undertake Form Tutor responsibilities as set out the in the Staff Handbook.

Monitoring

• Understand and use national, local and school data to set clear targets for student’s achievement.
• Contribute to Department monitoring of the assessment of students.

Communication

• Contribute to meetings and discussions about teaching methods, Schemes of Work and Departmental Policies.
• Keep Head of Department, Form Tutors, Heads of Year informed about student progress.

External Communication

• Maintain familiarity with statutory assessment and reporting requirements and know how to prepare and present informative reports to parents.
• Attend Parents Evening and Academic Tutoring when necessary.

Staffing

• Review own professional development and identify training needs.
• Take part in the Performance Management arrangements/
• Take part in lesson observations to share good practice.

Budgets/Resources

• Assist Head of Department to:

-         identify resource needs

-         operate stock control system

-         keep departmental areas tidy and have effective displays.

·        Follow agreed safety procedures for the department

Other Specified Responsibilities

• To undertake any duties as may reasonably be required by the Headteacher

Beths Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, online checks and an enhanced disclosure via the DBS.