Job Description

All applications must be received on our own School application form. If you would like to apply, please request the form by email to hr@mhvschool.co.uk.

About the role

We are seeking a well-qualified and enthusiastic Science Teacher with a passion for their subject and a keen interest in developing children's skill and enthusiasm.

The successful candidate will inspire and promote their love of their subject whilst encouraging a sense of fun and enjoyment of learning. He or she will deliver lessons to pupils in Years 5-8 in our dedicated science labs, which provide the perfect environment for inspirational learning. The successful applicant will be committed to furthering the development of the children in their charge, as well as advancing their own lifelong learning.

All staff at Marlborough House Vinehall play a full part in the School's pastoral and extra-curricular programme and the successful candidate will be enthusiastic about doing the same. In particular, candidates should be ready to take an after-school club.

and Person Specification

Core purpose

To inspire and promote a love of Science, whilst encouraging a sense of fun and enjoyment of learning within the classroom. To further the development of the children.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Planning

Planning and preparing schemes of work, weekly plans and individual lessons Liaising with other members of staff on progression and continuity of the curriculum Ensuring curriculum balance and breadth
Teaching

Teaching the class according to their individual needs Differentiation in all subject areas Delivering creative lessons with high quality resources
Assessment, recording and reporting

Marking according to the School's Marking Policy Assessing, recording and reporting on the development, progress and attainment of pupils Ensuring all children's work and records are up to date Moderating work across classes and year groups Attending Parents' Consultation Evenings
Analysis

Ensuring all assessment scores are placed on the database Using scores to track individual and cohort progress Using scores to inform future planning
Children's Welfare

Promoting the general progress and well-being of individual pupils and the classes as a whole Supporting and encouraging our values Encouraging positive behaviour Keeping records of the personal and social needs of pupils Maintaining good order and discipline among pupils in accordance with school policy Safeguarding children's health and safety both in and out of the classroom
Contribution to the wider life of the school - to include some of the following:

Organising class productions and events Supporting and helping with school productions and events Supervise lunches and breaks, on a rota basis Teach/Coach games and sports Advance teacher's own lifelong learning to be able to contribute more widely and/or deeply to the school
General

Participate in meetings at the School including staff meetings held before the start of each term and attending other School events / functions as directed by the Head Have regard to all School policies and procedures Read and follow all relevant policies and procedures (in particular Health and Safety and Safeguarding and Child Protection policies) Be alert at all times to Health and Safety or Safeguarding issues or potential issues and report these as appropriate During the course of employment teachers will have access to information of a confidential nature. Under no circumstances may this information be divulged or passed on to any unauthorised person or organisation During the course of employment, teachers will have access to data and personal information that must be processed in accordance with the terms and conditions of the General Data Protection Regulation and properly applied to pupil, staff and school business/information, ensuring compliance with the School's policies on data protection All teachers have responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of all children in the school.

Person Specification

Personal Skills

Passion for the development and education of the whole child Excellent member of a team and flexible in approach Capable, organised and leads by personal example Warm, open and enthusiastic with a sense of humour and perspective Ability to relate to parents as partners within the School community A strong commitment to the School's values, aims and ethos.
Professional skills

Inspirational and creative teacher with high expectations and excellent classroom management skills Thorough understanding of the Key Stage 2 and 3 curriculum Ability to use a range of teaching methods to suit the individual child Up to date knowledge of how children learn and achieve Understanding of Assessment for Learning and commitment to tracking pupil progress Excellent communication skills Ability to inspire respect from colleagues and pupils Ability to foster and maintain positive relationships with parents Excellent organisational skills Committed to providing an environment where safeguarding children's welfare comes first

Qualifications

A good degree QTS or NQT

About Our School

Marlborough House Vinehall offers an exceptional child-centred, individualised approach to education from ages 2 to 13. The School provides a vibrant educational environment for both day and boarding pupils, with a curriculum designed to balance academic rigour with artistic, sporting and personal development. Staff and pupils benefit from collaboration with the wider Repton Family of Schools, gaining access to expert teaching, innovative resources, and new opportunities for professional growth.

We are committed to recruiting the very best teachers to benefit pupil experience in the classroom. Support staff too, across their diverse roles, are selected for the quality of the skills they can bring to improving the service the school provides. This combination of teaching excellence and a happy and supportive learning environment gives each child at MHV confidence, determination and a genuine will to succeed.

We value our staff very highly and believe it is critical to invest in them. We nurture a culture of personal and professional development and offer our staff both in-house and external opportunities for training and progression, not to mention the chance to join our fabulous staff choir.

Our website www.mhvschool.co.uk will give you a flavour of life at MHV as well as some useful information.

All staff at Marlborough House Vinehall are responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of pupils for whom they are responsible or with whom they come into contact and are expected to adhere to and ensure compliance with the school's Safeguarding policy at all times. If, in the course of carrying out the duties of the post, the postholder becomes aware of any actual or potential risk to the safety or welfare of children in the school, s/he must report concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 40,000.00-43,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person