Department: Science
Reporting to: Director of Science
Responsible for: N/A
Contract type: Full or Part-time, Permanent
Salary: Teacher’s pay-scale

Are you a passionate, driven educator ready to inspire the next generation of scientists? Guildford County School, rated "OUTSTANDING" by Ofsted in both 2017 and 2023, is searching for a Teacher of Science to join our thriving, high-performing department.

What We Offer:

• Opportunities for leadership responsibilities (TLR may be available for the right candidate);

• A dynamic, supportive team that values collaboration and excellence;

• Extensive support for Early Career Teachers through a comprehensive development programme;

• Fantastic perks, including gym access, childcare vouchers, cycle-to-work scheme, and more!

Why Guildford County School?

Our pupils are eager, curious learners and our teachers are passionate about delivering exceptional lessons. With our strong academic record and commitment to staff development, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, thrive and make a real impact.

Benefits:

• Free on-site parking near Guildford town centre;

• Teachers’ pension scheme;

• Cycle to work & childcare vouchers;

• Friendly and collegial working environment;

• Leadership that supports professional growth at every stage of your career.

We Welcome Applications from:

• Passionate teachers with strong subject knowledge;

• Reflective practitioners open to new technologies and approaches;

• Both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers looking for an excellent start.

Job purpose:

The Teacher of Science will support the school’s goals of raising student achievement and ensuring high-quality learning experiences. The role includes teaching Science across all abilities contributing to the department’s continued success, and engaging in departmental collaboration, lesson planning, and ongoing professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons that inspire students to achieve their best and make excellent progress;

• Support exam preparation through setting and marking assessments and assisting with coursework moderation;

• Track and monitor student progress and contribute to developing effective learning strategies;

• Participate in departmental meetings, CPD and collaborative activities.

• Collaborate with the department to share best practices, participate in lesson observations and contribute to curriculum planning;

• Engage in extracurricular activities and support the wider life of the school.

Colleagues will also discharge their duties according to the national Teaching Standards

Additional responsibilities

• Serve as a Form Tutor, ensuring pastoral care and student progress;

• Maintain high expectations for student achievement and behaviour;

• Establish positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and other stakeholders;

• Take part in professional development, including collaborative teaching and mentoring;

• Support the safeguarding of students and adhere to all school policies, including health and safety.

Other Information:

The successful candidate will have access to staff development opportunities and is expected to participate in all aspects of school life. Commitment to safeguarding and a clear DBS check is required.

Person Specification

Qualifications:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (Essential);

• Graduate in Science or equivalent subject (Desirable).

Experience:

• Teaching in a secondary school, up to and including A-Level (Desirable)

Ability, Skills and Competence:

• Strong knowledge of the National Curriculum (Essential);

• Excellent communication, organisational, and ICT skills (Essential);

• Ability to use a range of teaching styles appropriately (Essential);

• Ability to provide effective written and verbal feedback which raises achievement (Essential);

• Ability to use data and assessments to drive achievement (Essential).

Personal Qualities:

• Passion for teaching and learning (Essential);

• Commitment to professional development (Essential);

• Ability to relate well to students and a commitment to positive and healthy outcomes for young people (Essential);

• Strong interpersonal skills and sensitivity to others (Essential).

All staff are expected to:

• Positively support equality of opportunity and equity of treatment to colleagues and students;

• Undertake duties as specified by the Headteacher not mentioned in the above;

• Help maintain a safe working environment;

• Present themselves in a smart and professional manner befitting of their profession;

• Comply with any reasonable request from the Leadership Team;

This post is classified as having substantial access to children and appointment is subject to an enhanced police check of previous criminal convictions through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Applicants are required, before appointment, to disclose any conviction, caution or bind over including ‘spent convictions’ under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar from employment – this will depend upon the nature of the offense(s) and when they were recorded.