Science Teacher

Cambian Devon school

Paignton, Devon

16 hours per week, term-time, permanent role

Salary: £15,999.36 per annum

We now have a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring and creative Science Teacher to join our close-knit team at Cambian Devon school.

Reporting to the Senior Leadership Team, the successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of engaging and challenging lessons, ensuring that the department and the school are successful in achieving its aims. You will be an enthusiastic, flexible and determined individual who shares our values and is looking to develop their career in this specialist area.

The school

At Cambian Devon School, we provide a personalised, supportive education for students aged 7–18 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. With a small, friendly team and up to 30 students, you will have the chance to make a real impact every single day.

Who are we looking for?

While experience within a SEMH/SEN specialist provision would be desirable, we will consider applications from those who are currently working in a mainstream or college setting.

Subject specialism is essential for this post as is the knowledge of current best practice in your chosen subject.

Training and development will be provided for the successful candidate in line with the identified needs of the school, the skills of the individual and their prospective career progression.

Key Accountabilities

• Plan and teach well-structured lessons.

• Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to students’ needs to motivate them.

• Manage student anxiety effectively to ensure an enjoyable and safe working environment.

• Know and understand how to assess the relevant subject and curriculum areas you teach, including statutory assessment requirements.

Essential Criteria

• Experience of teaching.

• A dedicated work ethic to ensure the needs of all students.

• Is passionate about making learning effective and enjoyable.

• Qualified in subject specialism.

• Ability to work on own initiative.

Why work for us?

• Competitive salary.

• Opportunity to progress in your career.

• Training opportunities either face to face or online.

• Wellbeing- your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need.

• You will be a part of a dedicated team of professionals who will offer you clear guidance and mentor you in to this role.

• Supportive management and senior leads.

• We offer full induction, paid for DBS, friendly family atmosphere and the opportunity to progress with one of the UK`s biggest care provide.

Cambian is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.

Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.