Science Teacher

Job Description

We're looking for a talented teacher to join our team and help create exceptional learning experiences for every student in every classroom.

This is your chance to design engaging lessons, support young people to achieve their very best, and work alongside a team committed to making education transform lives.

About the role
As a Teacher of Science, you'll play a vital role in delivering engaging and challenging science lessons that inspire students to question, investigate and understand the world around them.

You'll teach science across a range of abilities, developing students' knowledge and understanding of biology, chemistry and physics. Through practical experiments, scientific enquiry and effective teaching strategies, you'll help students build the skills and confidence they need to succeed.

Working closely with colleagues in the science department, you'll contribute to curriculum development, share best practice and support students to achieve their full potential.

This role is about making sure every child receives an excellent education, in every classroom, every day.

Key responsibilities
You will:

• plan and teach engaging lessons with clear learning objectives, adapting your approach to meet the needs of all students, including those with SEND, high ability learners and EAL students;
• use teaching strategies that stimulate intellectual curiosity, build conceptual understanding and respond to gaps in students' work;
• give regular verbal and written feedback to guide students, helping them reflect on their progress and address misconceptions;
• create a positive classroom culture with clear routines, high expectations for behaviour, and consistent use of praise and rewards;
• work with colleagues and support staff to create effective interventions and share best practice; and
• communicate effectively with parents about their child's achievements, wellbeing and behaviour.

What we're looking for
You will have:

• a degree in a relevant discipline and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS);
• a strong understanding of what excellent teaching and learning looks like in the classroom;
• the ability to assess progress effectively and use formative and summative assessment to help students achieve;
• empathy, patience and resilience when working with young people and managing challenging situations;
• excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships with students, colleagues and parents; and
• a commitment to your own professional development and a willingness to respond to coaching and feedback.

We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, curious and ready to share their passion for science with young people. Whether you're an experienced teacher or at the start of your teaching career, we want someone who can inspire students to explore new ideas, challenge their thinking and discover what's possible through science.

About our school
Lift New Rickstones is graded 'Good' (November 2023) and has a state of the art building offering fantastic facilities for both students and staff. Over the last 8 years the school has seen a huge increase in student numbers, with the number of students on roll more than doubling. The school is a popular choice in the local area, is oversubscribed, and has added another new building to meet this demand.

Lift New Rickstones is a great place to work with a friendly and supportive team. Staff numbers have also increased and the school is proud to boast high retention rates. Development is a priority with an extensive and successful CPD (Continuing Professional Development) programme to further develop our excellent staff.

Every member of the team is a vital part of our committed and ambitious team and we have been very successful at developing teachers and leaders with progression both within, and beyond the school.

Our "Curriculum Drivers" guide everything we do, encouraging students to be safe, happy, proud and reach their full potential.

• Ambition : sits at the heart of our curriculum. We are committed to high expectations for all and to providing the right scaffolding and support so that every student, whatever their starting point, can achieve their very best.
• Character : underpins our pastoral care, our TPP approach and our behaviour systems. It is about more than rules and routines; it is about developing resilience, responsibility and integrity, helping students to learn from mistakes and grow into confident, respectful young people.
• Opportunity : ensures that all students benefit from rich personal development and enrichment, both within and beyond the classroom. We want every young person to recognise the possibilities open to them and to leave us equipped with the knowledge, experiences and confidence to take their next steps.

Who is Lift Schools?
Lift Schools is made up of 62 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 35,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives - and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

Information about the School

Lift New Rickstones, located in Witham, Essex, is a vibrant secondary school with a thriving sixth form. We are proud to be part of Lift Schools, a family of 57 schools united by the mission to provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.

At Lift New Rickstones, we prepare students for an ever changing world by equipping them with the skills, resilience, and ambition to embrace future opportunities. We believe that who you become is just as important as what you achieve, and our goal is to ensure every young person is supported, challenged, and inspired to thrive both academically and personally. Our values underpin everything we do:

-Ambition – the drive to learn, improve, and succeed. -Character – confidence, resilience, kindness, and integrity. -Opportunity – experiences that broaden horizons and open new paths.

We offer an ambitious and inclusive curriculum from Year 7 through to Year 13, delivered through high-quality teaching and exceptional pastoral care. Beyond the classroom, our students benefit from a wide range of extracurricular opportunities, including sport, the arts, leadership programmes, and trips that create lasting memories and broaden perspectives.

We are proud of our strong partnerships with parents, the local community, and further education providers, which help us ensure our students leave Lift New Rickstones prepared, confident, and proud of who they are. Everything we do is designed to make sure our students are safe, happy, and ready to succeed in the 21st century.

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 57 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

Our mission: -We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day. -With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives. -We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.