Science Teacher

Outcomes First Group

  • Epsom, Surrey
  • £38,000-44,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
Full Job DescriptionHow would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four?At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance - and we're putting wellbeing first.That's why we're proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW - and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it's already in place or just around the corner, now's the perfect time to join #teamOFG.Job Title: Science Teacher - Key Stage 3 & 4Location: Skylarks School, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 7LRSalary: £38,000 - £44,000 per annumHours: 37.5 hours per week; Monday to FridayContract: Permanent, Term Time OnlyStart Date: September 2025UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.We now have a fantastic opportunity for a Science Teacher to join our new Options Autism School - Skylarks School in Epsom, Surrey.Job SummaryWe are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Science Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will inspire students to explore the natural world and develop critical thinking skills through engaging and hands-on science instruction.Key Task Areas and Responsibilities
  • To plan, deliver and teach individual students or small groups, in accordance with the School's Curriculum framework and related policies
  • To monitor, record and report on student progress
  • To contribute to and help implement developments that relate to the School Development Plan
  • To promote, in line with Company policies, the physical, educational and moral development of the students
  • To contribute to the development and implementation of an environment and programme of learning for the individual student to ensure progression at an appropriate and satisfactory rate
  • To take responsibility for coordinating the teaching, development, assessment, recording and reporting of subjects and areas of learning across key stages as agreed with the Headteacher
  • To devise, implement and review individual education plans, individual behaviour plans and other relevant individual plans in conjunction with other staff
  • To organise the classroom, its resources, student groupings and displays to provide a stimulating learning situation appropriate for students
  • Adequately plan to ensure the safety of students, in line with risk assessments, while both on and off site
  • To ensure Learning Support Assistants/Tutors/Instructors and care staff (where necessary) are well briefed and able to produce appropriate and effective resources/teaching aids
Qualifications Required
  • UK QTS or equivalent
  • Experience Teaching Key Stage 3 & 4
About usOur New Options Autism School will cater for pupils ages 11 - 19-year-old who have ASC and Complex Needs and will have capacity for 60 pupils.For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running.Why join Options Autism?BenefitsYour health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including:
  • Life Assurance
  • Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
  • “Your Wellbeing Matters” - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right for you, including:
  • A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
  • 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
  • Cycle to Work Schemes
  • Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
And that's not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.*You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefitOutcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.#1

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