Teacher of Science

Main Purpose and Principal Responsibilities

• To carry out the duties of a teacher as set out in the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document (STPCD) and the Teachers’ Standards.
• To deliver a broad, balanced, ambitious and appropriately adapted Science curriculum that enables all students to make strong progress.
• To monitor and support the academic progress, personal development and wellbeing of students as a subject teacher and Form Tutor.
• To contribute to raising standards of attainment and to the wider improvement priorities of the department and school.

Teaching and Learning

• Teach allocated classes in accordance with students’ educational needs, setting and reviewing classwork and independent work in line with school policy.
• Plan well-sequenced lessons and contribute to schemes of learning, curriculum resources and departmental planning.
• Use subject knowledge, explanation, modelling, questioning and practice effectively to secure understanding and long-term learning.
• Create a purposeful and inclusive climate for learning, maintaining high expectations of conduct, effort, participation and presentation.
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of all students, including disadvantaged students and those with SEND, while maintaining ambitious expectations.
• Work effectively with teaching assistants and other adults supporting students.
• Contribute to enrichment, intervention and revision activities where appropriate.

Assessment and Progress

• Assess, record and report accurately on students’ attainment and progress in accordance with school and department policy.
• Use assessment information to identify misconceptions, adapt teaching and provide timely support or challenge.
• Provide clear feedback that helps students understand how to improve.
• Communicate constructively with parents and carers about progress, achievement and concerns.

Professional Responsibilities

• Contribute to departmental improvement planning, quality assurance and collaborative curriculum development.
• Participate in the Trust’s continuing professional development and performance management arrangements.
• Maintain up-to-date subject knowledge, curriculum expertise and understanding of effective teaching practice.

• Work collaboratively with
colleagues and contribute positively to the wider life and ethos of the school.