About This Role
Tes is supporting the appointment of a Teacher of Science to join a school based in West Berkshire.
Science Teacher (KS3 and KS4)
Permanent | Full-time
The School is looking to appoint a passionate, skilled and committed teacher who can deliver high-quality Science teaching and support their pupils to re-engage with learning, build confidence and make progress.
Working under the direction of the Executive Headteacher, you will help maintain a culture of excellence in learning and teaching, where every pupil is known, valued and supported. Their students are vulnerable young people with a range of needs, and they benefit from consistent relationships, strong routines and staff who remain calm, patient and relentless in their commitment to helping them thrive.
The role
You will:
Plan and deliver engaging Science lessons across KS3 and KS4, adapting learning to meet individual needs
Create a safe, consistent classroom environment and manage behaviour effectively
Identify gaps in prior learning and use assessment to plan next steps and targeted support
Work closely with colleagues, support staff and multi-agency professionals to provide a joined-up, holistic offer
Contribute to curriculum development and whole-school improvement
Support students’ personal development, wellbeing and positive attitudes to learning
Build positive relationships with families and carers, working in partnership to support progress
For KS3, Science is delivered through Oak Academy, progressing into GCSE Science via AQA. Where appropriate, standalone qualifications are offered for students with lower prior attainment.
About the School
The School is a specialist setting for learners with a range of needs including social, emotional and mental health needs, past trauma, ASD and ADHD. They have high expectations for every pupil and offer an ambitious, individualised curriculum, alongside enrichment and outdoor learning that helps pupils access learning beyond the classroom.
You will be part of a supportive and experienced team who share best practice and work closely together, including opportunities to collaborate across the Trust and West Berkshire.
What you’ll bring
Essential
Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject
Strong classroom practice, including planning and assessment
Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 effectively (or the willingness to develop this)
A calm, consistent approach to behaviour and creating a safe learning environment
Ability to adapt teaching to meet a wide range of needs and close gaps in learning
Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
A clear commitment to safeguarding and professional standards
Desirable
QTS/QTLS (or willingness to work towards QTS)
Experience in a SEN or specialist setting
Working pattern and support
Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4.00pm, with minimal after-hours commitments
Friday afternoons are protected CPD time with no students on site, plus 10 INSET days across the year
Therapeutic reflection and twice-daily briefings to support strong practice and consistency
Regular offsite outdoor learning and enrichment sessions
Hot lunch cooked on site every day
Opportunities to collaborate across West Berkshire and with their partnership school, sharing expertise and best practice
Benefits
Life insurance (death in service) – 4x basic annual salary
Health cash plan (Health Shield) (after probation, eligibility applies)
Training and development – induction and mandatory training, plus CPD, therapeutic support and further qualifications
Free holiday accommodation – company holiday home on the South Coast
Discounts – Blue Light Card plus local partner discounts
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – free, confidential 24/7 support helpline
Company pension with an award-winning provider and enhanced employer contributions
Company sick pay scheme available after 6 months’ service
Electric car scheme and Cycle to Work – salary sacrifice options
Recognition – Employee of the Month plus long service awards
Discounted driving lessons with a local instructor
Referral bonus scheme – financial incentives for successful referrals (criteria apply)
Equality and Diversity
The Trust is committed to being an organisation where people can be their authentic selves in a safe and inclusive environment.
They are actively building diverse teams, therefore they welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. They want to create an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute their best work and develop to their full potential. If you require any accessibility adjustments to support your application, please contact us.
Safeguarding and GDPR
Adherence to Safeguarding and GDPR requirements, and training on these policies and processes, is mandatory for all employees. All employees are expected to understand and promote effective Safeguarding and GDPR practices in all aspects of their employment with the Trust's Children’s Services.
Successful candidates will be required to go through a thorough safeguarding onboarding process which includes a full employment history review and an enhanced DBS check.