Secondary Science Teacher

Company: Polaris Education

Location: Horsham (School)

Contract Type: Full-time, Term Time

Closing Date: 25 October 2024

Salary: £31,000

Specific Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 8.45 am – 4.30 pm, Tuesday 8.45am – 5pm

Secondary Science Teacher

 Secondary Science Teacher  

Contract type: Full-Time, Term Time Only

Salary: £31,000

Contract term: Permanent

Location: Horsham, West Sussex

Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 8.45 am – 4.30 pm, Tuesday 8.45am – 5pm

Start Date: January 2025

Apply by: 25 October 2024 

About our School

Apple Orchard is an expanding therapeutic community with a school attached. All young people in our care have significant SEMH concerns and as such we are looking for a teacher that has taught at GCSE and A Level with a passion to work with those who are most vulnerable and one who can build trusting, solid relationships. 

Apple Orchard School is a very important part of the Apple Orchard community and complements the work done by the care and therapy staff. The Head Teacher leads the experienced team of teachers and teaching assistants who between them offer a wide range of subjects in line with a modified National Curriculum. 

Role and Responsibilities

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and committed professional to join in the continued development and success of the school.  The successful candidate will have: 

  • The ability to motivate and encourage young people
  • High expectations and a clear vision of educational excellence
  • Outstanding classroom practice and effective behaviour management strategies
  • Flexibility and willingness to work as part of our small, hardworking, supportive team
  • Ability to teach across other subjects
  • A drive and enthusiasm towards continual professional development 

Requirements 

  • Understanding of the Secondary Science Curriculum, including the ability to teach complex concepts in an accessible manner (GCSE - Post 16).
  • A degree in a science related field and a teaching qualification PGCE/ QTS / QTLS or a willingness to complete a teaching qualification 

What we offer

  • A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody (you included!)
  • A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities
  • An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high quality teaching in a safe educational provision
  • A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes 

If you would like more information or would like to arrange a visit, please contact the Headteacher at Richard.Keightley@apple.orchard.org.uk or call 01403 783416. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which will be met by Apple Orchard School. 

Apple Orchard School is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. 

Apple Orchard School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment

Apply now