training and education
Safeguarding & Prevent
Randstad is delighted to be partnering with a high-performing secondary academy in South London that is dedicated to transforming the lives of young people through scholarship and aspiration. The school is renowned for its exceptional behavior systems and its commitment to providing a world-class education for a diverse student population.
Job description
- Deliver engaging and inspiring Science lessons that challenge students to think critically and explore the world around them.
- Develop and implement a knowledge-rich curriculum that goes beyond the everyday experience of students.
- Collaborate effectively with a strong pastoral team to foster a culture of high expectations and personal growth.
- Maintain accurate records, assessments, and progress reports to ensure every student is on the path to success.
- Contribute to the development of the Science department, sharing best practices and innovative teaching strategies.
- Create a calm, positive, and purposeful classroom environment by consistently applying the academy's "firm but fair" behavior policy.
- Utilize structured pedagogy and scaffolded support to make complex scientific concepts accessible to all learners.
- Participate in the academy's vibrant community life, including house events and student enrichment initiatives.
Requirements
We're looking for you, if:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification is held.
- A strong degree in a Science discipline (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics) is possessed.
- A passion for social mobility and a belief that every child can achieve greatness regardless of their background.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambitious environment where high standards are the norm.
- A commitment to professional growth and a willingness to engage with research-informed pedagogical practices.
- Strong classroom management skills, with the ability to maintain a focused and respectful learning atmosphere.
- Experience or a desire to work in an inner-city setting to help close the educational attainment gap.
What we offer / Offer
- Competitive salary based on the Federation's enhanced pay scales, plus potential performance bonuses.
- Exceptional professional development and clear pathways for rapid career progression within a leading multi-academy trust.
- A manageable workload with sensible feedback policies and no graded observations.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment where staff wellbeing is a genuine priority.
- Early finish on Fridays and a focus on work-life balance.
- Access to a wide network of subject specialists for collaboration and resource sharing.
- Health and wellbeing benefits, including a dedicated employee assistance program.
Call to action
If you are a passionate and dedicated Science Teacher ready to make a lasting impact in a community that values scholarship and character, we encourage you to apply. This role offers the opportunity to be part of an academy that is truly "all-in" for its students. Please submit your CV outlining your suitability for this role to sada.laxmi@randstad.co.uk or call 020 8530 0393
