Teacher of Science
Taunton Preparatory School
Somerset
- £48,819 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- FTE dependent on experience
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2025
- Apply by:
- 30 March 2025
Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity for an inspirational, dynamic and exceptional teacher of Science to join our team within the Preparatory School, with the ability to inspire and motivate children of all abilities, and to stimulate the pupils’ real interest and love of the Sciences throughout the School.
You will be motivated, flexible and skilled, and most of all passionate about children and their progress.
More information
This role is part time (0-6-0.8) and permanent, there may be other opportunities in future to expand the role. Applications from Early Career Teachers (ECT), with appropriate support available, would be welcome.
For more information about working at Taunton School, and to view the detailed job description and person specification for this role and visit our website. To apply, please click on 'apply for job' on the job page and complete the application form and upload a covering letter as part of your application addressed to Ms Emma Pike [Deputy Head Academic]
Closing Date
The final closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 20th April 2025. However, early applications will be considered as they come in and we reserve the right to close the process early if we find the right candidate.
For early applications prior to 5pm on Tuesday 25th March, there would be an opportunity for initial interviews on Friday 28th March, all other applications would be subject to interviews after the 20th April.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Taunton School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, nationality, religion, disability, or age. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups.
Candidates will be assessed against relevant criteria only (i.e. skills, qualifications, abilities, experience) in selection and recruitment.
If you have a disability and require any assistance with the recruitment and selection process, please contact tsrecruit@tauntonschool.co.uk
SAFEGUARDING
Taunton School operates in a regulated sector and adheres to the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) statutory guidance. We are committed to working together to safeguard children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
If you are shortlisted for interview the HR team may carry out an online search via Google to check presence and activity, as part of the School’s due diligence. As a regulated sector we are required to request references prior to interview unless your permission is not granted.
Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory safeguarding and pre-employment checks as part of the School’s due diligence, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. These include, but are not limited to, ID and Right to Work in the UK, satisfactory references, a successful enhanced DBS check, and satisfactory online searches.
This job is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subsequent amendments. You are not entitled to withhold information about convictions which would otherwise be considered as ‘spent’. All applicants must therefore declare all previous convictions and cautions, including those that would normally be considered "spent", except those that are classed as protected offences.
It is a condition of employment that the employee should not have been convicted of a criminal offence against children, nor have been dismissed from or resigned from a previous employer for misconduct of a similar nature.
Attached documents
About Taunton Preparatory School
TPS is situated in its own grounds but is adjacent to the Pre-Prep and the Senior School creating a unique sense of family, community and providing access to outstanding shared facilities.
At TPS we are passionate about a holistic education. We believe that an on-going commitment to breadth creates a life-long love of learning and prepares children to take their place in the world as responsible, caring adults who will demonstrate kindness to others. Academically, we combine modern teaching methods with the best of traditional values to create a climate where every child can flourish, and find where their particular talents lie. We are ambitious for all our children, unearthing potential and celebrating success in all its forms.
We aim to support and challenge our children. We recognise that children need to be guided but also given the freedom to think for themselves and to develop a true sense of self. Individual achievements, and the importance of team efforts, are both highly valued. Wrapped around this is the welcoming and friendly atmosphere, and the added buzz created by our thriving boarding house.
All pupils are encouraged to engage in the breadth of what we offer and to achieve their best in academic, sporting, and creative fields, while at the same time developing their interpersonal skills: a respect for each other and those around them, kindness, and a willingness to participate for the benefit of others.
To find out more, please read our prospectus:
https://issuu.com/taunton_school/docs/ts_prep_prospectus_low-res_compressed
Please note that you are wholly responsible for fact checking in respect of the information provided by schools. Please also check for the latest visa and work permit requirements that may apply. Tes is not responsible for the content of advertisements or the policies adopted by advertising schools. Tes asks that all schools follow Tes' Fair Recruitment Policy.