Smile Education are proud to be supporting an independent specialist school in Staffordshire in their search for an experienced and dedicated Science Teacher to join their team from September on a full-time, long-term basis.
This specialist provision supports children and young people aged 7–17 with Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD) and Dyslexia, providing a nurturing and structured environment where pupils can thrive both academically and personally.
The Role The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and differentiated Science lessons while supporting pupils with additional learning needs. The role will include full teaching responsibilities, including:
- Planning and delivering high-quality lessons
- Completing assessments and tracking pupil progress
- Carrying out observations and reporting
- Attending staff meetings, reviews, and relevant CPD
- Supporting positive behaviour management strategies
- Creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment
Requirements To be considered for this role, applicants must:
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Have experience teaching Science within a school setting
- Have strong behaviour management skills
- Be confident supporting children with additional needs and learning difficulties
- Be able to commit to the full teaching role and responsibilities
ECTs will be considered if they can demonstrate relevant experience and confidence in undertaking the full responsibilities of the position.
Safeguarding & Compliance Successful applicants will be required to:
- Attend a registration interview with Smile Education
- Attend a meeting/interview with the school
- Provide references covering the past two years, including comments relating to your interaction and work with children
- Hold an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service, or be willing to apply for a new DBS through Smile Education
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference within a supportive specialist setting dedicated to helping young people achieve their full potential.
We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.