Teacher of Science

St Edward’s Church of England Academy is an outward looking, inclusive and values driven school that continues to grow in both size and strength. As part of this continued development, we are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and reflective Teacher of Science to join our expanding Science department.

Science at St Edward’s is about curiosity, challenge and confidence. We are committed to delivering a carefully sequenced curriculum that inspires students to question, explore and understand the world around them, while developing strong scientific literacy and practical skills. We believe that great teaching flourishes where staff are trusted, supported and able to maintain a healthy balance between work and home life. Workload is actively considered in our decision making, allowing teachers to focus on high quality teaching rather than unnecessary bureaucracy.

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver engaging and well planned Science lessons across the age range
• Inspire curiosity, enjoyment and ambition in learners
• Use assessment effectively to support progress
• Work collaboratively within a supportive and enthusiastic department
• Be committed to making a meaningful difference to students’ life

Whether experienced or early in your career, you will be supported to grow professionally in a school that values wellbeing, integrity and purpose. Above all, you will share our commitment to enabling young people to live life in all its fullness.

As part of the Unity Schools Partnership, we offer:

• A wide range of CPD opportunities (both in school and beyond)
• Opportunities for career progression (including the opportunity to participate in the Trust’s Leadership Development Programme)
• A supportive working environment
• Excellent career development in a supportive environment

We are situated in Romford within easy travel and road links to both London and Essex. Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safer recruitment, equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.

We care deeply about inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you’d prefer to work part-time or as a job‑share, we’ll facilitate this wherever we can – whether to help you meet other commitments or to help you strike a great work‑life balance. We’re keen to ensure we’re designing an organisation that works for everyone, so we particularly encourage applications from different under‑represented groups.

Havering Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The protection of our pupils from abuse is the responsibility of all staff within our schools, superseding any other considerations. Therefore Havering Schools comply with the Department for Education ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance.

It is an offence to apply for a post which involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from doing so. Please be advised that, again in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, shortlisted candidates (who wish to accept an invite to interview) will be required to submit, prior to their interview, a self‑declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Upon submission of this information, online checks may be carried out.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; the successful applicant will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure check. Having a criminal record will not necessarily debar you from obtaining a position with the school.

Havering Schools aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment regardless of gender, marital status, race, colour, nationality (including citizenship), ethnic or national origins, disabilities, age, sexual orientation, responsibility for dependants, religious or political affiliation and trade union activities. All matters related to employment are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.