Total 3 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 7PP

Franklin College is a thriving, successful sixth form college serving North East Lincolnshire and the surrounding rural and coastal areas, with around 1,700 full-time 16-18 and 500 part-time adult students. We are an inclusive college with an excellent local reputation, and a firm belief in the value of effective partnerships that support student progress and success. The College has a strong focus on teaching, learning and assessment, and this was recognised in our most recent Ofsted judgement grade of Outstanding.

We are an inclusive college with an excellent local reputation, and a firm belief in the value of effective partnerships that support student progress and success. The College has a strong focus on teaching, learning and assessment. Our core objective is to maintain our position as a high-achieving and inclusive sixth form college which inspires, supports and motivates our students to achieve their full potential.

ASSISTANT HEAD OF DEPARTMENT - SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING – FULL TIME

Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation of scientists and engineers?

Due to the continued growth of the college, we are looking for a committed and proactive Assistant Head of Department for Science and Engineering to support the Head of Department (HOD) and uphold the College’s shared values.

As the successful candidate, you will collaborate closely with the HOD to exemplify and promote our college values and behaviours. You will take initiative to enhance the student teaching and learning experience and attendance by engaging with students and their families, in fostering a supportive and encouraging environment.

Your role will also involve supporting the HOD in maintaining a cohesive approach within the department. You will demonstrate your commitment to utilising the College’s Information System (markbook/PI indicators/notes) effectively, ensuring that all at-risk students receive the monitoring and support they need to succeed.

It is essential that the successful candidate have prior teaching experience and qualifications within these specialisms and be qualified to teach within this curriculum area, enabling you to deliver a high quality teaching and learning to our students.

Salary for the post will be on the Sixth Form College teachers’ pay scale, depending on qualification and experience, within the range NSP 1 £30,500 to NSP 9 £47,133 FTE per annum, plus a responsibility allowance of £2,110 per annum.

If you are ready to make a significant impact in the field of Science and Engineering education, we invite you to apply and be part of our ‘outstanding’ College.

Closing date: Friday 22nd November 2024

Interview date: Wednesday 4th December 2024

What skills and experience we're looking for

A degree in Maths or equivalent.

Qualified Teacher Status

Evidence of commitment to own professional development.

Teaching across the age 11-16 age range in training or in post;

Excellent classroom practitioner;

A keen interest in developing teaching and learning within your subject area;

A good understanding of planning and assessment techniques;

The ability to create a stimulating learning environment;

High expectations of self, colleagues and learners;

Good communication skills.

Recent relevant in-service training;

Evidence of independent research/reading on education and /or learning.

Teaching across the 11-19 age range;

Evidence of high achievement in teaching;

Working effectively as a form tutor;

An understanding of Assessment for Learning.

What the school offers its staff

At the UTC we are mindful of staff wellbeing and workload. Workload reduction is considered within our policies and procedures.

We offer 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme.

CPD sessions are held weekly for all teaching staff and we are committed to further, relevant professional development opportunities.

Further details about the role

This is a unique opportunity for a teacher of Maths with computing to join a growing UTC.

The ideal candidate will have an excellent knowledge and understanding of Maths and computing. You must possess the skills and determination to make a significant difference to the lives of our students, equipping them with the skills and characteristics needed to ensure they are at the front of the queue for the best apprenticeships and university places. At the UTC we are mindful of staff workload. The maths and computer science faculties have a fully resourced curriculum and workload reduction is considered within our policies and procedures. This role is suitable for ECTs currently training, recently qualified ECTs or experienced teachers.

The curriculum and facilities are designed to meet the needs of the local labour market. As well as providing students with a high level of skills, the curriculum is our specialisms of Engineering and Health Sciences underpins the learning in the main STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths), providing our students with the skills our local business partners require.

The UTC curriculum and ethos enables students to become confident and independent through active and experiential learning. The UTC day mirrors that of the workplace, and we have created a high-level engineering and health sciences professional environment where relationships are at the heart of everything we do.

If you are interested in this role, we invite you to contact our Principal, Anesta McCullagh a.mccullagh@enlutc.co.uk

Applications can also be downloaded from www.enlutc.co.uk

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar, Alford are looking to appoint a full-time teacher of Mathematics for ideally January/April 2025. We are looking for a colleague who is:

• A qualified teacher and outstanding practitioner.
• A talented and dynamic teacher who can teach at KS3, KS4 and KS5.
• Energetic and has the ability to inspire and motivate students.
• Keen to join a successful and collaborative department with good resources.

In return we can offer a workplace with experienced, supportive and professional colleagues dedicated to delivering the best education possible. We aim to develop all our staff to their full potential and offer opportunity for continued professional development.

The Mathematics department attains excellent results with experienced and friendly staff. It currently comprises 2 joint Subject Leaders, one full time teacher and one part time teacher. We follow the Edexcel exam board and are embedding the Mastery approach across KS3 and KS4.

What the school offers its staff

In return we can offer a workplace with experienced, supportive and professional colleagues dedicated to delivering the best education possible. We aim to develop all our staff to their full potential and offer opportunity for continued professional development.

Queen Elizabeth’s is a Selective Academy, currently having 536 pupils on roll and is located in the small, rural town of Alford. Queen Elizabeth’s is a very friendly and caring community in which pupils are known and valued individually. The atmosphere is calm, happy and purposeful; standards of attainment, behaviour and dress are high, and we are proud of our reputation as one of the top schools in the East Midlands whilst offering a holistic, supportive approach to education.

For further details about the school please visit our website, http://www.queenelizabeths.co.uk/ www.qegs.co.uk.

Commitment to safeguarding

Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks in line with KCSIE 2024 will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced Disclosures and Barring Service clearance. In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.