Part-Time Science Teacher for a Secondary School in Portsmouth
Are you a passionate and motivated Science teacher who thrives on challenge? Teaching Personnel is seeking an exceptional Science Teacher to join a dynamic and ambitious secondary school in Portsmouth, which is part of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated individual to make a real impact on students aged 11-16, helping them unlock their full potential in a stimulating and supportive learning environment.
About the School:
The school is committed to providing a high-quality education that fosters academic excellence and personal development. It promotes an inclusive learning environment where students from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to develop critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Teachers are supported in delivering engaging lessons that challenge students to think independently and aspire to high standards.
The school caters to students of all abilities and backgrounds, providing a rewarding opportunity for a teacher who enjoys working with young people who need that extra support to overcome obstacles and succeed. The school’s focus on academic achievement, along with a wide range of extracurricular activities, helps students grow into well-rounded individuals.
The Role:
The successful candidate will:
- Teach Science across KS3 and KS4, delivering engaging lessons that foster curiosity and a passion for the subject
- Adapt lesson plans to suit a wide range of abilities, ensuring that all students, including those who find Science challenging, are supported and encouraged
- Implement creative strategies to motivate disengaged students, helping them reconnect with the subject and see the relevance of Science in everyday life
- Assess and monitor students' progress, providing clear, constructive feedback to help them improve
- Work collaboratively with colleagues in the Science Department and across the school to ensure that all students are supported to achieve their best
- Be an enthusiastic, resilient educator who is ready to make a difference in a school that values innovation, inclusivity, and student success
The Ideal Candidate:
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Has experience teaching Science at KS3 and KS4, with a proven ability to achieve results in challenging environments
- Is a creative, reflective practitioner with strong classroom management skills and the ability to inspire and engage all learners
- Has a passion for Science and the ability to communicate this to students of varying abilities
- Demonstrates a flexible, resilient approach and is willing to take on the challenge of helping students exceed their expectations
- Enjoys working in a collaborative and forward-thinking school environment, contributing new ideas and approaches to teaching
Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel:
By joining the school through Teaching Personnel, candidates will benefit from:
- Dedicated Recruitment Consultant: A personal consultant who will support them throughout the placement, ensuring a smooth transition into the role and ongoing guidance.
- Flexibility: The option to choose placements that suit their personal and professional needs, with part-time hours to help balance work and life.
- Competitive Pay Rates: Market-leading pay rates that reflect experience and dedication.
- Continuous Professional Development (CPD): Access to a wide range of free and discounted CPD courses, including behaviour management, safeguarding, and subject-specific training, helping to enhance teaching skills and develop professionally.
- Career Development: Opportunities for both short-term and long-term placements, including the possibility of temp-to-perm roles, offering a pathway to permanent employment within the school.
- A Rewarding Teaching Experience: The chance to make a real difference in the lives of students who need that extra motivation and support, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to succeed.
Apply Today:
Teaching Personnel invites passionate educators who are ready for a challenge to apply for this exciting opportunity.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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