Teacher of Science
What skills and experience we're looking for
Qualified Teacher Status.
Recognised degree or equivalent in relevant subject.
Evidence of continuing professional development.
Experience and expertise in teaching Science.
Exemplary classroom practitioner.
An awareness of curriculum issues relating to relevant subject area.
Meeting the needs of students with SEND.
Pastoral work in a school setting.
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.
Internal assessment of controlled assessment/coursework.
An ability to lead and inspire students of all abilities.
An ability to establish clear expectations and constructive working relationships amongst staff and students.
Differentiate teaching so that all students experience stretch and challenge in lessons.
Evidence of working through sequences of lessons and developing schemes of work.
Set challenging targets for students and analyse data to inform teaching.
Proven communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
An ability to work effectively as part of a team but also to be able to work independently.
An ability use ICT in the classroom to create an inspirational and creative learning environment
Confidence, flexibility, and adaptability.
Empathy for students, parents, staff, and thecommunity.
Good communication skills.
Energy and commitment.
High expectations of students and their behaviour.
Ability to share practice and contribute to subject decision making.
A commitment to equal opportunities.
Maintains high professional standards.
Enjoy working alongside young people and adults.
Be supportive of the aims and ethos of Minsthorpe Community College
What the school offers its staff
A well-resourced, forward thinking and supportive Science team.
Excellent care and support for all staff including Employee Assistance Programme.
Comprehensive induction and on-going opportunities for Professional Development.
Additional PPA time.
Free gym membership.
Free on-site parking.
Further details about the role
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented classroom practitioner with the ability to teach Science across the age and ability range. The successful candidate will have an affinity with young people and be outward thinking in their approach to teaching and learning with the enthusiasm to further develop this popular subject.The inspirational learning and teaching shown by the successful candidate should encourage students to study at Post 16 and beyond.
Minsthorpe Community College is a place where everyone plays a part in strengthening our learning community through Motivation, Commitment and Care. Our most recent Ofsted report (2023) described us as a “Good college” who “invests in staff’s development.This means that staff feel valued and are proud to work at the school ... Leader's support staff well and consider their workload and well-being."”
The successful candidate will be:
- A dynamic and energetic practitioner with high expectations.
- Passionate about their subject, able to engage and inspire our students.
- A team player who will uphold our College values of Motivation, Commitment and Care.
We provide:
- A well-resourced, forward thinking and supportive Science team.
- Excellent care and support for all staff.
- Comprehensive induction and on-going opportunities for Professional Development.
The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of our Person Specification and be subject to an enhanced DBS check. A prohibition from teaching check and an online search will also be completed for all applicants.
Minsthorpe Community College is committed to equality of opportunity and upholding the principles of the Equality Act 2010. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. Only applications submitted with a completed Minsthorpe Academy Trust Application Form will be considered.
Full-time permanent employees are provided with free membership of our state-of-the-art on-site Sports & Fitness Centre, as well as the facility of an ‘outstanding’ Children’s Centre.
Further particulars for this post can be obtained by visiting our Web Site at www.minsthorpe.cc
If you would like to arrange a visit to the college, we would be more than happy to show you around so you can get a feel for who we are. Email enquiries@minsthorpe.cc and we will arrange a convenient time for you to come and visit Minsthorpe Community College.
Please send completed application forms to Cath Green, Director of HR & Associate Teams: -
cgreen@minsthorpe.cc by midday – Monday 27th January 2025
Commitment to safeguarding
Minsthorpe Community College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.