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Job Title: Science Teacher - Maidstone
Pay Rates: £163 - £230 (dependent on experience)
Full-Time, Long-Term Contract – September 2024 – July 2025 – with the possibility of going permanent
Supply Desk are currently seeking an enthusiastic Science Teacher for a large co-educational secondary school in Maidstone, known for its excellent reputation and commitment to high academic standards. The role involves teaching biology, chemistry, and physics across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5. There is also potential for the ideal candidate to take on additional responsibilities within the department.
The ideal candidate will:
- Deliver engaging and dynamic lessons in biology, chemistry, and physics across KS3-5.
- Adapt lessons to meet the needs of diverse student abilities.
- Implement confident and positive classroom management strategies.
- Use Assessment for Learning (AfL) to monitor and support student progress.
- Be open to taking on additional responsibilities within the science department.
- Have experience teaching KS3/4 Science, with a desire to teach KS5 as well.
- Be an ECT or experienced teacher with a passion for science education.
About the School:
- A highly regarded 11-18 secondary school with a strong local reputation.
- 'Good' Ofsted rating with a commitment to continuous improvement.
- A large, modern campus with state-of-the-art facilities.
- Part of a successful multi-academy trust focused on high achievement and staff wellbeing.
- Supportive science department and senior leadership team, fostering professional development and progression.
- Opportunities for staff to take on additional responsibilities within the department.
Requirements:
- QTS or QTLS status.
- Recent experience teaching Science across Key Stages 3 and 4, with an interest or experience in teaching KS5.
- Ability to provide professional references reflecting recent teaching experience.
- Subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable), and professional reference checks.
- Provide a detailed CV including a full employment/education history with explanations for any employment gaps.
- Legal right to work in the UK.
If you would like to learn more, please contact our team at (phone number removed) or visit our website at (url removed) to explore more vacancies in the Kent area.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, join the update service, and adhere to Safer Recruitment standards. Supply Desk is REC Gold Standard regulated, placing us in the top 10% of recruitment agencies in the UK!
