Biology plus Prep Science Teacher

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To teach Science, modelling best practice in all aspects of classroom delivery, assessing pupil outcomes and progress, and implementing interventions whenever necessary.

• To demonstrate an enthusiastic and committed approach to teaching within the department.

• To understand and embrace new developments within Science in planning and implementing an exciting, engaging and contemporary curriculum, incorporating aspects of working scientifically with a focus on the importance of practical work.

• To advise the Head of Department on all matters connected with the delivery of Science across the College and to liaise on resourcing, curriculum issues, exhibitions, whole school projects and CCAs.

• To undertake curriculum development and contribute to relevant areas of College policy making.

• To produce Science Development Plans when required.

• To undertake regular audits and quality assurance/control within your teaching of Science.

• To keep up-to-date with curriculum development and to take part in relevant CPD for this purpose, disseminating to other staff where appropriate.

• To ensure the effective implementation of College policies.

• To identify and exploit opportunities for pupils to develop their appreciation of and engagement with the College’s values, through their experience in Science.

• To establish and maintain the highest expectations of all pupils, with regard to their progress, engagement and appropriate use of the department’s resources & facilities.

• To prepare individual and group reports and analyse and report on summative data.
• To demonstrate high standards of professionalism and pastoral care when interacting with pupils.

• To monitor and evaluate progress towards meeting pupil targets.

• To make sure that the facilities are used in the most effective way to meet the needs of all pupils and of the College.

• To promote and lead on the delivery of all co-curricular Science activities at the College.

• To support co-ordination and efficient use of the department’s resources, giving support and guidance to relevant staff / technicians.

• To advise the Head of Department as to where additional resourcing may be needed for Science

• To ensure that all Health and Safety policies in Science are adhered to and systems are implemented according to the Chinese and UK regulations and standards.