Science Teacher

The Job: The Heights Blackburn seek to appoint a Science Teacher to join the school from September 2026. What does this job do? To successfully plan and teach a well-structured Science curriculum for pupils at KS3 and KS4. To demonstrate secure subject knowledge and a clear understanding of current developments in the teaching of Science. To monitor and effectively support the overall progress and development of pupils, adapting teaching strategies to meet individual learning needs. To effectively assess through excellent formative and summative strategies so that all pupils are successfully acquiring and retaining the most important knowledge and skills. To facilitate and encourage engaging learning experience which provides pupils with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential in Science. To contribute to raising standards of pupil attainment in Science.   To make a positive contribution to the success of the department and ensure the Science department is a high-profile department in school.            What are the job requirements? Qualified Teacher Status Qualified to at least degree level in a Science based subject/ or adequate post degree conversion course.   Experience of teaching Science throughout the Key Stages and securing good outcomes. Ability to deliver consistently high-quality lessons in Science to pupils of all ages and abilities. Knowledge of the requirements of the Science Curriculum. Knowledge of current educational developments and initiatives relating to the subject and their implications. Well-developed planning and organisational skills including time management and the ability to prioritise effectively. A relentless approach to securing the improvement of teaching and learning.      About The Heights, Blackburn The Heights is a Key Stage 2 - Key Stage 4 Alternative Provision School for young people, many of whom have found it difficult to be successful in a mainstream school. We are very proud of the provision we offer and work in close partnership with local schools, the local authority, external agencies and parents/carers to deliver highly personalised learning programmes. At Key Stage 2 & 3, the focus is on supporting young people to return to a mainstream school. At Key Stage 4, we focus on providing the opportunity for students to gain qualifications on par with mainstream schools and with the skills needed to ensure a successful transition to college, training or employment. Pupils are taught in small groups, where they study the core curriculum and receive the extra support they require. Students are then able to make good progress as staff can ensure that learning is tailored to individual student needs. In addition to the core curriculum, we provide rich and varied curriculum opportunities ranging from vocational courses and academic programmes that support p