Teacher of Science with a Biology or Chemistry Specialism

Queen’s College, Taunton is one of the leading independent boarding schools based in the South West of the country, educating more than 600 boys and girls (day and boarding), aged 3 months to 18 years, and is part of the Methodist Independent Schools Trust.

Energise your teaching career; join our thriving independent school.

Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher of science seeking a new challenge? Do you crave a dynamic environment that fosters excellence and personalised learning? Is it time to consider working at Queen’s?

Make a significant impact: our smaller class sizes and dedicated resources allow you to truly personalise learning and nurture the potential of each student.

Join a collaborative community: benefit from a supportive and collaborative staff environment that fosters professional development and shared best practice.

Unleash your teaching potential: we empower our teachers with the autonomy and resources to develop innovative and engaging lessons.

Competitive salary & benefits: enjoy a competitive salary package alongside a generous benefits scheme.

Professional development: we are committed to your ongoing growth and offer a variety of professional development opportunities. 

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated teacher of science with either a biology or chemistry specialism to join our thriving science faculty in September on a permanent basis. Applications for full-time and part-time working will be considered, please make your preference clear in your application. 

What you'll do:

• Deliver engaging and challenging psychology lessons: Utilise your deep knowledge of the subject to ignite students' curiosity, encourage independent thinking, and help them achieve their full potential.
• Inspire and motivate: Foster a love of learning for science and guide students towards academic excellence.
• Contribute to the wider school community: Play an active role in the co-curricular
• programme and support the pastoral needs of students.

Who you are:

• Possess a strong understanding of science and a proven track record of excellent outcomes for students from KS3 science through to your A Level specialism.
• Have a passion for the subject and a talent for creating engaging and stimulating learning experiences.
• Be an enthusiastic and motivated individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be committed to the pastoral care of students and willing to contribute to the wider life of the school.

We welcome applications from:

• Experienced teachers seeking a new challenge.
• Early Career Teachers (ECTs) eager to launch their careers in a supportive environment.
• Applications from the state, independent and international sectors. 

If you are ready to make a positive impact on young minds and join a dynamic learning community, we encourage you to apply.

A full job description and application form can be found at https://www.queenscollege.org.uk/vacancies/

All applicants must complete the Queen’s College application form and completed forms should be emailed to vacancies@queenscollege.org.uk.

We do not accept CVs. No agencies please.

For further details about the role please contact Charlie Speyer, Head of Faculty cms@queenscollege.org.uk.

Closing date: 9am, 19 April 2024 

Interview date: w/c 22 April 2024

We are actively seeking passionate individuals who share our values and are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups in the education sector.

Queen’s College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and with the DBS.