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Teacher of Science
Science Specialist (Full-Time) – Doncaster Academy
Are you a hands-on Science educator passionate about transforming complex theories into unforgettable, interactive experiments? Do you thrive in an academy that genuinely prioritises career development and personal wellbeing while teaching in a school that empowers teachers to achieve the highest educational standards?
We’re looking for the ideal Science Specialist to drive excellence in teaching at our supportive Doncaster Academy, where high expectations are matched by strong leadership, robust systems, and community-focused motivation.
About The Role
This is a full-time position starting September, designed for a passionate Science teacher ready to inspire the next generation.
As Science Department Lead (or Coordinator), you will:
- Teach Science across Key Stages 3 and 4, covering Combined Science, Separate Sciences (Biology, Chemistry & Physics), and GCSE Trilogy.
- Deliver a knowledge-rich curriculum fostering deep analytical reasoning and investigative enquiry skills.
- Motivate diverse pupils, encourage critical problem-solving, and consistently elevate academic progress.
- Collaborate in a highly unified and organised department, driving high demands for excellence in both teaching and student performance.
About The School
Our 11–16 Secondary Academy in Doncaster is a driven member of a prestigious Academy Trust, committed to delivering exceptional education for every young person. We cultivate a culture of high aspirations, exemplary behaviour expectations, and an inclusive, proactive learning environment.
Benefits include: ✅ Premier, centralised professional development — empowering teachers to refine expertise, leadership, and career progression. ✅ Empowering behaviour management systems designed to create a productive, safe classroom without teacher disengagement. ✅ Community-first ethos where shared success is prized and celebrated. ✅ Shared mission: supporting our pupils, teachers, and staff by providing a caring, attentive environment.
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Key Requirements
- UK Teaching Qualification: Possesses QTS, QtLS, or an equivalent UK teaching credential.
- BackGround Checks: Must have (or agree to obtain immediately) an Enhanced DBS check with Update Service registration.
- Curriculum Expertise: Has up-to-date knowledge of core GCSE exam specifications (e.g., AQA, Edexcel combined or triple sciences) and up-to-date educational frameworks.
- Right to Work: Valid legal authorisation to work full-time in the UK.
- Lab Safety Awareness: Familiar with CLEAPSS health and safety guidelines.
Desired Skills
✔ Advanced Subject Mastery: Proven expertise in UK National Curriculum Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics). ✔ **Hands-On Teaching:**Ability to execute dynamically engaging lesson content, with high practical and risk-efficient demonstrations. ✔ Adaptive Differentiation: Skill in adapting lessons for diverse learners, stretching high-achievers and scaffolding SEND/EAL pupils. ✔ Behavioual Management: Experience implementing positive, assertive reinforcement techniques for a disciplined and inclusive laboratory environment. ✔ Student Data Proficiency: Skilled in interpreting data, solving misconceptions, and implementing tailored interventions. ✔ Micro-Teaching Expertise: Effectively uses live commentary and targeted feedback to accelerate student learning. ✔ Strong Communication: Outstanding verbal and written skills for engaging students and collaborating with parents and colleagues.
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Responsibilities
You’ll lead with:
- Curriculum Development & Delivery: Plan, structure and deliver engaging, high-impact STEM lessons that support all learners, from high-attainers to students needing extension support.
- Academic Accountability: Evaluate, track, and report on student progress, attainment, and effort, highlighting misconceptions and guiding intervention.
- Classroom Leadership: Set elevated benchmarks for behaviour and curriculum execution, fostering a safe, purposeful practical space for experimentation.
- Departmental Collaboration: Partner with colleagues to refine schemes of learning, modify cohesive practical resources, and drive shared department improvement.
- School-Wide Engagement: Participate in parent consultations, discipline meetings, departmental briefings, and whole-school training.
- Pastoral Leadership: Serve as Form Tutor, delivering holistic pastoral support and addressing concerns related to wellbeing and welfare.
- Targeted Intervention: Quickly identify at-risk students and implement shared academic techniques to maximise GCSE achievement.
- Compliance & Safeguarding: Fully align with academy and Trust policies, particularly health & safety checks, safeguarding, and CLEAPSS protocols.
- Analytics-Driven Teaching: Regular and constructive marking using sows learning journeys and educational insights.
Ready to shape the next generation of young scientists? Apply now and become part of an academy that values excellence, professional growth, and transformative change in education.
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