Total 39 science rd research job vacancies in Exeter, Devon, EX2 5AP

What skills and experience we're looking for

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

Are you committed to inclusivity, using innovative ways of working and high-quality pastoral support to engage all learners, regardless of their starting point?

Do you want to change the world, one child at a time?

If so, the Lodestar Academy is seeking to appoint a dedicated and skilled Science Teacher to join our team from January 2025.

You will join a small team of creative teaching practitioners who work with students unable to maintain a place in a mainstream setting. This includes some of the most disadvantaged students in Torbay, so you will need to be prepared to set high expectations and deliver quality teaching first, every time.

This post is suitable for either an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT).

You will benefit from a support network which includes senior leaders, fellow teachers within the school and across the South West Hub and our Trust.

What the school offers its staff

Lodestar Academy is a dynamic academy based in Torbay, who have built an impressive reputation in the alternative education provision sector for young people aged 11-18. We believe that all young people have the capacity to learn, regardless of their life situation. And our aim is to open the door to learning for those - often with social, emotional and mental health needs - who have been excluded or marginalised.

Our academy will provide a safe, nurturing environment for 50 secondary-age students who have been unable to sustain a place in mainstream education. By prioritising academic achievement and introducing behaviour interventions and therapeutic support where necessary, it will enable them to re-integrate at the same key stage as their peers, and go on to access opportunities into employment and further education.

Ofsted recently judged Lodestar Academy to be a good school:

"The welfare of pupils and their families is at the heart of The Lodestar Academy."

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across the South East, South and South West.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.

Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to:

• Think about their Thinking
• Be their Best self
• Shape their Success

In this way we transform life chances

To learn more about our Trustclick here

What our Trust will offer you:

• Competitive Pay Scales:Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
• Performance Related Pay:We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
• Teacher Pension Scheme: Secure your future with membership of theTeachers’Pension Scheme.
• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
• Internationally Accredited Pedagogy:Access to a range of external opportunities to enhance your development.
• CPD: Our in-house training provision, Thinking Horizons, offers clear pathways and goals to guide your aspirations.
• Chartered Teacher Status: As an accredited Chartered Teacher organisation you can become a recognised Chartered Teacher.
• Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing:Regular MAT meets alongside our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice.
• Cycle2Work Scheme:Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• Fitness and Wellness:Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes,located at Brixham College and Plympton Academy.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition:You will bepart of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Store Discounts: Access to 'Discount for Teachers' scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers.
• TSAT Benefits portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
• Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park on-site.

What you need to do now:

If you are interested in working at our friendly school, benefitting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today!

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

To arrange an informal chat with the line manager or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Paula George (Paula.George@lodestaracademy.tsat.uk)

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please emailrecruitment@tsatrust.org.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

Job Purpose

To be an effective teacher and tutor who supports and challenges all students to achieve their full potential.

Accountabilities:

1. To maintain a thorough and up-to-date knowledge of the teaching of your subject(s) and take account of wider curriculum and pastoral developments which are relevant to your work.

2. To plan tutorials, activities, lessons, and sequences of lessons to meet students’ individual learning needs.

3. To use a range of appropriate strategies and follow School policies for tutoring, teaching, behaviour management and classroom management.

4. To do all you can, involving parents and other agencies, to ensure that because of your tutoring and teaching you promote the health, safety, economic wellbeing and achievement of your students.

5. To assess, monitor and record the progress of students in your teaching and tutorial groups and give them clear and constructive feedback.

6. To set well-grounded expectations for students in your teaching and tutorial groups using information about prior knowledge and previous attainment, making progress as good or better than similar students nationally.

7. To take responsibility for your own professional development and use the outcomes to improve your tutoring and teaching and your students’ learning.

8. To make an active contribution to the policies, aspirations and plans of your year group, of your curriculum team and of the school.

UPS2: UPS2 teachers are expected to make a sustained and substantial contribution to the school based on threshold criteria.

UPS3: UPS3 teachers play a critical role in the life of the school. They provide a role model for teaching and learning, make a distinctive contribution to the raising of students’ standards and contribute effectively to the work of the wider team. They take advantage of the appropriate opportunities for professional development and use outcomes effectively to improve students’ learning.

What the school offers its staff

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to work in a school where all staff are viewed as part of the family
• Somewhere where leaders look after you as well as encourage you to pursue your aspirations and goals as part of our trust, teaching and research school
• An organisation where curriculum design and innovation are valued and respected
• A school where the classroom and the learning experience for young people is the centre of everything that we do
• A school with a healthy view of the work life balance needed to be a great teacher
• Excellent schemes of learning and pre-planned resources to support workload reduction.
• A sensible and balanced approach to assessment in order to further reduce workload.
• The freedom to experiment in your own classroom.
• A clear behaviour policy which supports you to be able to teach with enthusiasm and freedom to a receptive audience.
• Opportunities to share your practice and learn from others across the trust and the teaching school alliance.

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.

Job Advert

Salary: £45,000 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hrs per week, Monday to Friday

Location: Head office in Exeter, with opportunities to work remotely.

Duration: 2-year Fixed Term Contract





THE ROLE

Coordinating research activities at the Centre for Post Collision Care, the Senior Research Coordinator will deliver key
objectives related to road injury research and global health efforts by collaborating with academic institutions and establishing
partnerships with universities and international research bodies. Driving strategic project planning, you will mentor junior
researchers, ensuring project alignment and high-quality research output whilst fostering a culture of academic growth. As part of
the role, you will represent the Centre at meetings, conferences and international forums, including WHO and UN events.



THE CANDIDATE

Will have a business / management qualification or degree and a strong background in strategic research planning as well as
experience in research project coordination and team management. Proficient IT skills to include Microsoft Outlook, Excel and
Teams. The ideal candidate will have experience with grant writing and securing research funding.





THE PACKAGE

Salary: £45,000 per annum.

As a valued member of the team you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:

- 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata), rising to 27 days with length of service
- Occupational Maternity/Paternity & Adoption leave

- Paid time off for fertility treatment
- Pension scheme, 6% employer contributions
- Occupational sick pay scheme
- Counselling and financial wellbeing services

- Access to electric vehicle lease cars through salary sacrifice

Find out more about our staff benefits here [https://careers.daat.org/benefits].

Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience and career.





MORE INFORMATION AND HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please visit our careers page here [https://careers.daat.org/], scroll down to 'Senior Research Coordinator' and click
'Apply for this job'.

The closing date for applications is midday on 4th December 2024.

Interviews will be held in person at Head Office, Exeter, on Monday 16th December.




What's the recruiting process like at DAA? Learn about your experience as a candidate here
[https://careers.daat.org/our-interview-process].

Please note, only your application form will be used for shortlisting, so it is worth ensuring everything you want to include is
covered in the application form.




If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact recruitment@daat.org [Trusteerecruitment@daat.org] to find out
more information.





Due to the nature of this role, offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory basic DBS check and references.




Disclaimer: Devon Air Ambulance reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date if a high number of
applications are received. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unfortunately unable to consider further applications, so please
submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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Science Technician (Fixed-Term until 31/05/25)
(37 Hours Per Week / 39 Weeks Per Annum - Term-Time Only)
Rate of pay: £12.80 – £13.69 per hour (Grade D).
We seek a suitable candidate to fulfil the role of Science Technician. The Science department at SMCC has a purpose-built preparation room serving six laboratories. The technician would be required to support the delivery of Science, Biology, Chemistry and Physics to GCSE level.
The role involves taking responsibility for the practical resourcing for KS3 and GCSE classes under the direction of the teaching staff. In-class support of students during experiments would be part of this role. The ability to be proactive in the preparation of planned experiments and reactive to situations that may arise such as spillages or broken equipment is vital. A willingness to be trained as a First Aider is also important.
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic with good communication skills. A knowledge of and passion for science would be highly desirable. Previous experience and/or a willingness to undergo training is essential. Good IT skills including in the use of spreadsheets, word processing, databases and others software would be advantageous. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a good school within a strong and experienced Science department and your existing skills will be enhanced and developed through our CPD programme.
Closing date is 9.30am on Thursday 7th November 2024. Interviews will be held the following week. For an informal discussion, please contact Mr Simon Walker

What skills and experience we're looking for

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

Are you committed to inclusivity, using innovative ways of working and high-quality pastoral support to engage all learners, regardless of their starting point?

Do you want to change the world, one child at a time?

If so, the Lodestar Academy is seeking to appoint a dedicated and skilled Science Teacher to join our team from January 2025.

You will join a small team of creative teaching practitioners who work with students unable to maintain a place in a mainstream setting. This includes some of the most disadvantaged students in Torbay, so you will need to be prepared to set high expectations and deliver quality teaching first, every time.

This post is suitable for either an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT).

You will benefit from a support network which includes senior leaders, fellow teachers within the school and across the South West Hub and our Trust.

What the school offers its staff

Lodestar Academy is a dynamic academy based in Torbay, who have built an impressive reputation in the alternative education provision sector for young people aged 11-18. We believe that all young people have the capacity to learn, regardless of their life situation. And our aim is to open the door to learning for those - often with social, emotional and mental health needs - who have been excluded or marginalised.

Our academy will provide a safe, nurturing environment for 50 secondary-age students who have been unable to sustain a place in mainstream education. By prioritising academic achievement and introducing behaviour interventions and therapeutic support where necessary, it will enable them to re-integrate at the same key stage as their peers, and go on to access opportunities into employment and further education.

Ofsted recently judged Lodestar Academy to be a good school:

"The welfare of pupils and their families is at the heart of The Lodestar Academy."

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across the South East, South and South West.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.

Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to:

• Think about their Thinking
• Be their Best self
• Shape their Success

In this way we transform life chances

To learn more about our Trustclick here

What our Trust will offer you:

• Competitive Pay Scales:Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
• Performance Related Pay:We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
• Teacher Pension Scheme: Secure your future with membership of theTeachers’Pension Scheme.
• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
• Internationally Accredited Pedagogy:Access to a range of external opportunities to enhance your development.
• CPD: Our in-house training provision, Thinking Horizons, offers clear pathways and goals to guide your aspirations.
• Chartered Teacher Status: As an accredited Chartered Teacher organisation you can become a recognised Chartered Teacher.
• Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing:Regular MAT meets alongside our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice.
• Cycle2Work Scheme:Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• Fitness and Wellness:Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes,located at Brixham College and Plympton Academy.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition:You will bepart of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Store Discounts: Access to 'Discount for Teachers' scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers.
• TSAT Benefits portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
• Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park on-site.

What you need to do now:

If you are interested in working at our friendly school, benefitting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today!

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

To arrange an informal chat with the line manager or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Paula George (Paula.George@lodestaracademy.tsat.uk)

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please emailrecruitment@tsatrust.org.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.

Science Teacher (with QTS) Required - Exeter

Location: Exeter, Devon
Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary to Permanent
Salary: Teachers' Pay Scale (TPS), based on experience
Start Date: Immediate

Our Partner School, rated 'GOOD' by Ofsted, is seeking a qualified Science Teacher with QTS to join our team. You will work closely with students aged 11-17, including those with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs). This role offers a supportive environment where you can make a meaningful impact on young learners' lives.

Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver engaging and effective science lessons tailored to the needs of all students, including those with special educational needs.
- Collaborate with colleagues to implement individual learning plans and strategies for students with EHCPs.
- Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student engagement and academic progress.
- Work closely with parents, external agencies, and support staff to ensure comprehensive support for all learners.

Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a strong background in teaching science.
- Experience working with students with special educational needs is preferred.
- Familiarity with EHCPs and the ability to implement strategies to meet diverse needs.
- Excellent communication skills to build rapport with students, staff, and stakeholders.
- A proactive and adaptable approach to teaching, capable of responding to diverse challenges.

Benefits:
- Competitive salary on the Teachers' Pay Scale, commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for career advancement within a dynamic educational setting.
- Access to extensive training and professional development programs.

If you are passionate about inspiring students and making a positive impact on their educational journey, we encourage you to apply. Join us in Exeter and help shape the future of our students.

Application Process:
To apply, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and suitability for the role to Teaching Personnel's SEN Consultant, Jack Rowland.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

Faculty of Environment, Science and Economy

The post
The Faculty wishes to recruit a Postdoctoral Research Associate to support the work of Dr. Charles Downing and his theoretical research group in quantum optics, nanophotonics and condensed matter. This Royal Society funded post is available for around 8 months with a start date from November 2024 (at the earliest) to January 2025 (at the very latest). The end date cannot be later than the end of August 2025 due to the funding ending at that point.

The successful applicant will conduct high quality research in theoretical quantum optics and related areas. They will work on current issues interesting the research group, including quantum batteries, non-Hermitian quantum physics and quantum topology.

About you
The successful applicant will be able to present information on research progress and outcomes, communicate complex information, orally, in writing and electronically and prepare proposals and applications to external bodies.

Applicants will possess a relevant PhD (or nearing completion) or possess an equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study and be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes. Applicants will be able to conduct high quality research in theoretical quantum optics and related areas.

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.

Further information
For further information please contact Dr. Charles Downing, e-mail C.A.Downing@exeter.ac.uk.

Interviews are expected to take place shortly after the closing date, via videocalls on Zoom/Teams.

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What skills and experience we're looking for

Purpose of the Post:

We are looking for an inspirational, dynamic and enthusiastic teacher to join our successful Computing Department. You should be an excellent classroom practitioner and able to teach across the age and ability range at Key Stages 3 and 4. This post would be ideal for either a gifted NQT or an experienced professional. You will join a team of committed, specialist teachers in a College with a national and international profile, located in beautiful South Devon. It is important that the successful applicant can demonstrate a passion for their subject and share this enthusiasm with students.

Education South Westis committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. This includes checks with past employers, an online check of publicly available information, including social media, and an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service

What the school offers its staff

We support and challenge our school leaders and the staff in our schools to be the very best they can, leading effective teams at every level, growing future leaders and working together to provide an exciting education for all.

We welcome and support aspirational and ambitious teachers and classroom support staff, dedicated to supporting children through their time at school.

We offer excellent opportunities and professional development through in-school CPD, our Research School status, through our teaching schools and through our links with the wider education community. We are ambitious for our children and our employees and always looking to support, challenge and develop talent, whatever stage you are in your career.

Commitment to safeguarding

Education South West is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. This includes checks with past employers, an online check of publicly available information, including social media, and an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you looking for a Science teaching post in which you can make a genuine difference to young people’s lives? Are you seeking to work in a school that is committed to supporting the professional development of all staff? If the answer is yes, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Teacher of Science. We are passionate about the importance of excellent teaching and fervently believe in the power of education to transform lives.

If you always aim to inspire and enthuse students through your teaching and are dedicated to bringing positive outcomes for all young people then this could be the perfect role for you.

You will:

• share the College’s very high expectations;
• be, or have the potential to be, an excellent classroom practitioner, who is able to teach psychology at Key Stages 4 and 5;
• be committed to working collaboratively with colleagues, students and parents;
• use your excellent subject knowledge and pedagogical understanding to support the ongoing develop of a high-quality psychology curriculum and ensure its successful delivery;
• be enthusiastic about giving young people the best possible start in life.

The successful candidate will have a passion for teaching. The ability to teach to A Level is desirable but not necessary. We would welcome applications from newly qualified teachers or experienced teachers who wish to take advantage of a new challenge and those seeking a full or part time position.

What the school offers its staff

The College is a close community, with a shared desire to be the best we can be. We are committed to staff’s professional development and invest heavily in ensuring our teachers grow and flourish as practitioners.

We offer:

• excellent professional development and a wide range of career development opportunities;
• a high level of support for all new staff;
• the opportunity to work alongside excellent practitioners across the College;
• an exciting, stimulating, friendly place to work
• a modern, purpose-built building and excellent facilities.
• further benefits including free access to the college gym, discounts for external gym memberships and retailers, a salary sacrifice scheme to assist with high value transport and tech purchases and access to an 24 hour employee assistance programme.

The Spires College is a co-educational, 11-18 Bilateral School with a selective stream. We are a friendly, caring school which puts the needs of our children at the heart of all we do.

Further details about the role

For further details about the college and the role, please see the attached brochure.

Commitment to safeguarding

The college is committed to safeguarding and to the promotion of the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure with barred list information.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a dynamic, passionate and inspiring teacher of science. As an outstanding class­room practitioner, you will be part of the wider science faculty, with the ability to teach all sciences, up to Key Stage 4. Teachers with the potential to teach chemistry and physics up to Key Stage 5 are warmly invited to apply. We would welcome applications from both ECTs and more experienced colleagues.

What the school offers its staff

We offer:
• A highly supportive team of colleagues who are visible, hard-working and committed to our young people
• Ongoing bespoke professional development and career pathways, including National Professional Qualifications
• The chance to work with great young people in a comprehensive setting, in a beautiful part of the country
• A multi-million pound investment programme planned across the school over the coming 3 years
• The opportunity to lead the delivery of science across a truly comprehensive mixed age range, from Y7 all the way up to Y13

Further details about the role

You will first and foremost be an excellent teacher who leads by example. You will have a track record of always putting young people first, and the ability to inspire and take students and colleagues with you to continually improve our students’ learning.

At KEVICC you will have the chance to work alongside a great group of colleagues who are all commit­ted to the absolute best for our young people. You’ll work in a school that is proudly comprehensive, inclusive and kind. Most importantly, you will get to work with our fantastic students, with the chance everyday to see the impact you have on their learning.

You will also be joining a forward-thinking school that is excited to collaborate across our trust of like-minded schools and more widely. We are delighted to have recently joined Education South West, a trust of local primary and secondary schools that includes a nationally recognised teaching school hub at Kingsbridge.

KEVICC, as we are widely known, is situated in the South Hams town of Totnes, serving a wide and var­ied area. You can get a glimpse of what we are about via the website, Twitter(X) (@KEVICC), Instagram (@kevicc.totnes) and YouTube (KEVICC Totnes).

We would welcome and always encourage prospective candidates to get in touch ahead of application. To do so, email our Director of Science:niall.holbourn@kingedwardvi.org.uk

Applications must be made by completion of an ESW application form. The closing date for applications is 18th October (Midday) with interviews to take place week commencing 21st October 2024.

Education South West is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. This includes checks with past employers, an online check of publicly available information, including social media, and an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service

Commitment to safeguarding

Education South West is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. This includes checks with past employers, an online check of publicly available information, including social media, and an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Colyton Grammar School is seeking a qualified Science Technician to join our dedicated team. In this role, you will provide essential technical support for science lessons, primarily in physics, and contribute to other STEM subjects as needed.

Job overview

You’ll be responsible for the preparation of a range of materials and apparatus for the Science curriculum within teaching rooms for academic staff and students. As well as this, you’ll take pride in ensuring Science facilities are maintained to a high standard, conforming to Health and Safety standards whilst also assisting in auditing the use of facilities and equipment and maintaining the equipment stores.Key Responsibilities

Prepare and set up science practicals and demonstrations.
Assist in clearing away equipment and chemicals after lessons.
Maintain a clean and safe laboratory environment.
Collaborate with teachers to ensure efficient lab operations.
Conduct routine checks and basic maintenance on science equipment.
Maintain accurate records of stock and participate in stocktaking.
Contribute to a positive learning environment by assisting other science support staff.
Attend relevant meetings to stay informed and contribute to team discussions.Qualifications and Skills:
5 GCSEs including English, Maths, grade C or above (or equivalent).Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation including COSHH regulations.Knowledge of safe working practises in relation to the handling and usage of hazardous equipment and tools.Strong understanding of health and safety regulations in a school environment.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Why join us?

As a Science Technician within Colyton Grammar School, you’ll be able to contribute to a safe and efficient learning environment within the wider team, and will have the opportunity to develop your skillset with key training and development opportunities available.The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for this post.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Teachers of Science (1 x Full Time, Permanent Post) (1 x Full Time, Fixed Term Post)

We are looking to appoint an outstanding teacher of Science to join our team as soon as possible. Science is a strength at St Peter’s where students enjoy a rich and varied curriculum. They achieve very high results and consistently make excellent progress.

Candidates will be expected:

• to have Biology specialism
• to be able to teach Key Stage 3 Science
• to be able to teach Key Stage 4 Chemistry/Physics/Biology
• to have excellent classroom management skills
• to have an engaging style of teaching that can inspire and motivate all levels of ability

What the school offers its staff

We offer:

• a welcoming and friendly team of excellent staff
• a supportive working environment
• students with a drive to succeed

St Peter’s is an oversubscribed school, known as a high performing school and nationally recognised for our approaches to character education. Our most recent Ofsted inspection (‘Good’ November 2019 and SIAMS inspection (‘Excellent’ May 2019) indicate the significant progress we have made in developing well rounded students who ‘live life to the full’. As a Beacon School, Relational and Restorative Approaches are key to how we educate for a wise, courageous and compassionate community.

Commitment to safeguarding

As a Church of England Aided School, in cases of equal merit preference will be given to candidates who are in sympathy with the foundation. The school is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of its students. This role is subject to DBS clearance.

What skills and experience we're looking for

You will have/will be:

• A passionate and highly motivated teacher
• The ability to inspire high achievement in all young people
• Presence, dynamism, approachability, and a good sense of humour
• A proven track record of successful outcomes for pupils through own teaching experience
• A committed and motivated team worker willing to go above and beyond expectations.

A chemistry specialism is desirable, but not essential.

What the school offers its staff

We offer:

• A full-time contract in a high achieving supportive Science department
• Teaching Key Stages 3 – 4
• Friendly, supportive, and professional colleagues
• Excellent CPD training including a comprehensive induction programme
• Own laptop

Further details about the role

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Teacher of Science. The successful candidate will have the capacity to raise attainment through motivating and inspiring students and will contribute to a culture of high expectations and innovation within the school. You must have excellent communication skills, tremendous drive and great enthusiasm for teaching and learning.

Commitment to safeguarding

Great Torrington School is a successful and popular 11-16 school. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Criminal Record Check. We are an equal opportunities employer.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust wishes to appoint a Head of Maths at All Saints Catholic College[i], on a permanent basis.

We are looking for an experienced teacher who would be able to support our drive to raise attainments and standards in Maths. Some experience of leadership would be desirable.

We are particularly keen to receive applications from ambitious aspiring school leaders as there will be part of the Trust’s Associate Assistant Headteacher programme, which focuses on developing our future school leaders. This is a two year programme by the end of which we hope that candidates will be ready to apply for substantive Senior Leadership posts.

The successful candidate will:

• Be someone with drive and ambition who will challenge, inspire and motivate our students. You will be a highly dynamic individual who consistently delivers innovative teaching and where possible have a proven track record of outstanding progress in external examinations
• Be enthusiastic and motivated with a passion for your subject and an ability to inspire students
• Be committed to delivering high standards of teaching and learning
• Be open to new ideas, committed to working as part of a team, flexible and of course have a good sense of humour
• Have strong moral and ethical principles and values
• Be able to adapt and respond appropriately to challenging situations
• Act with the utmost integrity at all times

What the school offers its staff

We can offer the successful candidate:

• A recruitment and retention bonus of £3000 which is payable in the first month of your employment. Should you resign within 3 years this would be repayable on a tapered basis as follows:

1-12 months service = £3000 repayment

13-24 months service = £2000 repayment

25-36 months service = £1000 repayment

• An opportunity to work within a welcoming and enthusiastic environment with wonderful children, supportive staff, governors and parents
• Close links and group support from the other schools in this forward-thinking Catholic multi-academy trust at this exciting time in our development
• An opportunity to be part of a team of dedicated, talented and hardworking individuals
• A true commitment to Continuing Professional Development with access to a library of on-line training courses and fully accredited qualifications and opportunities to access other relevant paid training
• A range of employee benefits which support your well-being that includes:

o A confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is extended to members of your family

o A Health Cash Plan which is paid for by the Trust and gives access to a range of benefits which include covering the costs towards optical, dental, alternative therapy treatments, health screening and discounted gym memberships and a large range of retail discounts. Some benefits are also available to family members

o Flu vaccination clinics

o Eyecare vouchers

Further details about the role

Prospective candidates are warmly invited to visit the school and meet with a member of the school’s senior leadership team. Please contact the Headteacher’s PA, Holly Lane-Super, at hlane-super@allsaintscatholiccollege.com to make arrangements.

If you would like to apply for the position, application packs are available from the Trust’s website: https://www.corpuschristitrust.co.uk/vacancies/. You should complete the CES Teacher application form and return it by e-mail to recruitment@corpuschristitrust.co.uk. You will need to read the notes to applicants, privacy notice, job description and person specification and disclosure form.

As part of Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust's recruitment process,online searches will form part of thepre-employment due diligencechecks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022. Therefore, ifan individual isofferedarolewithin the Trust,an appropriate online search will be undertaken ontheirname(s). Any information given will be treated as confidential and will only be used in relation to the postan individual hasappliedfor.Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trusthasengaged a partner, Socialmedicacheck.com, to carry out these searches.

Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, religion, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, sex and sexual orientation.

The Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post will be subject to enhanced DBS and barred list checks, satisfactory references, satisfactory online/social media checks and appropriate overseas checks and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The applicant will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.

Applicants are advised that schools and colleges designated with a religious character in England and Wales are permitted by law to require certain posts to be filled by practising Catholics or individuals who hold a Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies. Where it is not a requirement of the role to be a practising Catholic, applications are invited from individuals committed to supporting the Catholic ethos of the school. It is not a requirement of this role to be a practising Catholic and therefore, applications are invited from individuals committed to supporting the Catholic ethos of the school.

Please note CVs and agency referrals will not be accepted.

Commitment to safeguarding

Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post will be subject to enhanced DBS and barred list checks, satisfactory references, satisfactory online/social media checks and satisfactory overseas checks (where applicable) and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The applicant will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.

Faculty of Health and Life Sciences



The Faculty wishes to recruit two Postdoctoral Research Associates to support the work of Dr Craig Beall and Dr Tom Piers. These externally funded posts are available from 1st October 2024 on a fixed-term basis of initially one year, with a second year of funding to be released after a satisfactory progress report at nine months.



The successful applicants will perform laboratory-based research using cell culture models to investigate cell therapies for Type 1 Diabetes. Candidates with prior experience in diabetes research or neuroscience/stem cell biology are encouraged to apply but candidates with relevant experience from other disciplines are also encouraged to apply. We are also recruiting a graduate research assistant in this round (advert reference P96792), to support the project and the work of the two postdoctoral researchers.



The post will include performing 2D and 3D tissue culture using human cell models. There will also be work using organoid and organ-on-a-chip to develop advanced human-relevant in vitro models.



A significant component of work will require experience of cell biology including imaging studies, ELISAs and multiplexing, cell signalling and cell-to-cell communication.



Some intercampus travel may be required.



Please apply early, we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on a rolling basis and the vacancies will close once all positions have been filled.



About you

The successful applicant will be able to present information on research progress and outcomes, communicate complex information, orally, in writing and electronically and prepare proposals, reports and applications to external bodies.



Applicants will possess a relevant PhD (or nearing completion) or possess an equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study and be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes. Applicants will be able to work to agreed timelines and milestones and maintain excellent written records and excellent interpersonal skills to coordinate activities with the other team members directly involved in this project.



Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.



The University of Exeter

We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.



Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent

of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).



We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – Green Futures and how we are transforming education for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a UNESCO Creative City



Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

We are committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.



Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.



With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer.



We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from service people.



Further information

For further information and informal enquires please contact Dr Craig Beall, e-mail c.beall@exeter.ac.uk or Dr Tom Piers, email t.piers@exeter.ac.uk

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme