Teacher of Science

Teacher of Science 📍 Location: Heworth Grange School 💰 Salary: MPS/UPS ⏳ Contract and Working Pattern: Full Time, 1 Year Fixed Term Contract to cover Maternity Leave About the Role We are seeking to appoint a passionate and dedicated Teacher of Science to join our team at Heworth Grange School. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive and ambitious Multi-Academy Trust committed to excellence, equity, and integrity. You will deliver high-quality teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4, inspiring students to develop a love for science while ensuring strong academic progress and personal development. The successful candidate will play a key role in raising standards, supporting student wellbeing, and contributing to the wider school community. About Us Heworth Grange is proud to be part of Consilium Academies, a trust driven by a clear mission: to enrich lives through care, experience, and opportunity. We are committed to ensuring that every student—regardless of background—receives an excellent education and the support needed to succeed. At Heworth Grange, our ethos is built around four key drivers: Every Child - No Excuses: We are committed to ensuring every student achieves their full potential. High Expectations: We maintain the highest standards of behaviour, attendance, and achievement. Engaging Learning: We deliver inspiring and inclusive teaching that motivates all learners. No Islands: Collaboration and strong relationships are at the heart of everything we do. Key Responsibilities Plan and deliver engaging and effective Science lessons across KS3 and KS4 Assess, monitor, and report on student progress, providing clear feedback to support improvement Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes high expectations Use a range of teaching strategies and technologies to engage learners Contribute to curriculum development and departmental planning Support the pastoral system as a Form Tutor Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and external partners Participate fully in school life, including extra-curricular activities What We Are Looking For Essential: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) A degree in a relevant subject Experience teaching Science across KS3 and KS4 Strong subject knowledge and understanding of the National Curriculum Ability to motivate and inspire students of all abilities Commitment to high standards and student achievement Strong communication and organisational skills Desirable: Awareness of current GCSE developments Experience of innovative teaching approaches and use of ICT Experience contributing to curriculum development Why Join Us? A supportive and collaborative working environment Access to high-quality professional development through our Centre for Professional Learning Opportunities for career progression across the Trust A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and development The chanc