About Liberty Woodland School
Our vision: To develop young people who will be most likely to succeed in the 21st century.
Our mission: Through our unique outdoor environment, we develop inquiring, independent and kind global citizens who are emotionally intelligent, innovative problem-solvers, empowered, inclusive and socially responsible.
Our aims: To provide a rich, diverse and challenging education through excellent and innovative teaching and learning immersed in the natural world; celebrate success and a can-do attitude; and support personal development, social responsibility and self-worth.
Liberty Woodland School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds.
The Role
We are seeking an inspiring and reflective educator to teach MYP Sciences at Liberty Woodland School (LWS), developing scientific inquiry, experimentation and evidence-based understanding of the natural world. Our approach combines academic ambition with inquiry, practical experience and meaningful connections to the wider world.
All MYP teaching positions are part-time. We particularly welcome candidates able and interested in teaching more than one MYP subject group. Where appropriate, subjects may be combined to create a larger teaching role, subject to expertise and school timetable needs.
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Deliver engaging, ambitious and inquiry-led lessons for MYP Years 1–5 (school Years 7–11).
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Plan concept-based units with clear inquiry, global contexts and approaches to learning, consistent with the IB MYP framework.
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Support students of differing abilities and learning needs through responsive teaching, appropriate challenge and inclusion.
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Promote student agency, independence, international-mindedness and the IB Learner Profile.
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Contribute to interdisciplinary learning, outdoor experiences and authentic projects where they enhance learning.
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Work positively with colleagues, families and the wider school community.
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Teach scientific ideas through practical investigation, modelling, observation and reasoned explanation.
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Develop students’ ability to formulate questions, plan valid investigations, analyse data and evaluate evidence.
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Connect biology, chemistry and physics to environmental questions, outdoor exploration and real-world challenges.
The Candidate
Essential
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Relevant degree and recognised teaching qualification, or an appropriate equivalent teaching background.
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Experience teaching secondary-age students, with strong subject knowledge and a commitment to high academic standards.
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Relevant science degree or substantial subject expertise; ability to teach secondary science across appropriate disciplines.
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Confidence managing laboratories, equipment, chemicals, risk assessments and practical scientific work.
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Excellent organisation, communication and positive behaviour management skills.
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Commitment to safeguarding, inclusive education, student wellbeing and the LWS ethos.
Desirable
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Experience with the IB MYP, inquiry-led curriculum planning and criterion-related assessment.
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Interest or experience in outdoor learning, authentic projects and interdisciplinary teaching.
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Capacity and enthusiasm to teach an additional MYP subject group.
Key Responsibilities
Curriculum planning and teaching
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Plan a coherent sequence of subject learning, with clear objectives, meaningful inquiry and suitable resources.
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Teach well-structured lessons that combine secure subject knowledge with active, engaging learning.
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Collaborate on interdisciplinary units and make purposeful connections with the natural environment and wider world.
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Use adaptive teaching and appropriate learning support to help every student make progress.
Assessment and student progress
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Use the published MYP subject-group objectives and criteria to design appropriate formative and summative assessment tasks.
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Apply criterion-related assessment accurately, use evidence to make professional judgements and participate in standardisation as required.
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Provide timely feedback and opportunities for student reflection, revision and improvement.
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Keep accurate records of attainment and progress, using them to adapt teaching and communicate effectively with families.
Professional contribution
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Create a calm, respectful, stimulating and inclusive learning environment with high expectations.
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Collaborate with colleagues, attend relevant meetings and participate in professional learning, including IB MYP development.
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Maintain effective communication with students, colleagues and parents or carers.
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Support wider school activities and contribute to the ethos and values of Liberty Woodland School.
Subject-specific responsibilities
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Teach scientific ideas through practical investigation, modelling, observation and reasoned explanation.
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Develop students’ ability to formulate questions, plan valid investigations, analyse data and evaluate evidence.
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Connect biology, chemistry and physics to environmental questions, outdoor exploration and real-world challenges.
MYP assessment expectations
Plan learning and assessment with explicit reference to the four MYP Sciences criteria:
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A: Knowing and understanding
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B: Inquiring and designing
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C: Processing and evaluating
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D: Reflecting on the impacts of science
Use the current IB subject guide, relevant year-level objectives and achievement-level descriptors; provide evidence-based feedback and support moderation/standardisation. The criteria above are subject-group labels and do not replace the current published IB guide.
Safeguarding
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Promote and safeguard the welfare of every student and maintain appropriate professional boundaries.
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Follow school child protection and safeguarding procedures, reporting concerns promptly to the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
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Maintain a safe, respectful learning environment, including appropriate supervision, risk assessment and safe use of subject-specific resources.
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Comply with relevant school policies, including health and safety, equality, data protection and confidentiality.
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Undertake required safeguarding training and all appropriate safer recruitment and pre-employment checks.
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