Full or Part Time Science Teacher

Dartford Science & Technology College; Dartford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

We wish to appoint an outstanding, inspirational and dedicated professional to join our successful school and passionate Science Team. The candidate successfully appointed to the role of Teacher of Science will be expected to:

• Align with the school values and the ethos of the Co-operative Trust
• Be research led in developing initiatives that will secure high quality teaching across all Key Stages and year groups taught

We are looking for a passionate, reliable, inquisitive Teacher of Science who can see the infinite possibilities in all our students. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent subject knowledge, enthusiasm for improving student outcomes and will enjoy being part of a team that works towards a common goal. We offer GCSE Combined Science, GCSE Triple Science (for our most able scientists) and A Level Biology, Chemistry and Environmental Science.

DSTC is recognised by Ofsted as a good school where character development is valued and students have access to a broad curriculum.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Purpose of Role: To deliver high quality science lessons and actively contribute to the successes and priorities of the curriculum area.

• Plan creative lessons in accordance with departmental schemes of learning, national curriculum programmes of study and exam specifications (if applicable).
• Be responsible for the planning, monitoring and evaluation of engaging, creative and innovative teaching and learning within and across sequences of lessons to inspire and motivate students.
• Maintain excellent classroom management by following the school’s Behaviour and Rewards Policy.
• Engage in a positive, purposeful and collaborative working atmosphere that is conducive to learning.
• Encourage and acknowledge student participation and achievement.
• Be responsible for the behaviour, uniform, attendance, punctuality and conduct of students in lessons.
• Provide appropriate stretch and challenge for all students and, in particular, Pupil Premium (PP) and High Attaining (HA) students.
• Ensure lessons are personalised (as appropriate) to ensure all students make and exceed expected progress.
• Support high standards of literacy and numeracy within lessons.
• Participate, as appropriate, in meetings at the College which relate to student progress.
• Maintain an accurate register of attendance at all times.
• Follow DSTC protocols for any absences and set appropriate cover work when needed.

Assessment, Recording and Reporting

• Keep appropriate records of students’ work in accordance with departmental policies.
• Ensure accurate and timely entry of data deadlines.
• Be responsible for the tracking of student progress to inform planning.
• Track, recognise and act on students achieving and underachieving.
• Adhere to the school’s Feedback Policy.
• Complete student reports in line with school policy.
• Attend parents’ evenings as required and keep parents informed of their child’s progress and future targets.

Performance Management and Professional Development

• Take part in the school’s staff development programme by participating in arrangements for further training and professional development.
• Continue own professional development appropriate to career stage.
• Participate in the Early Career Framework or the appraisal process to secure continued professional development.

Pastoral Responsibilities as a Form Tutor will include:

• Adhere to the tutor programme as directed by the Raising Standards Leader.
• Attend assembly with your form group unless a dispensation has been given.
• Promote the holistic progress and well-being of both individual students and the form group as a whole.
• Build good relationships with your tutees so that they will look to you for support and advice.
• Help students with individual guidance as necessary.
• Report any issues of concern to the Pastoral Leader and Raising Standards Leader.
• Maintain an accurate register of attendance and do everything possible to encourage good attendance.
• Implement all relevant pastoral policies to promote engagement in learning, behaviour for learning and pride in being a member of the DSTC community.

Closing date for applications: 12.00pm Tuesday 22 April 2025, interviews to be held soon after.

How to contact us:

Dartford Science and Technology College Heath Lane, Dartford, Kent DA1 2LY

Tel: [phone]

www.dstc.kent.sch.uk