Teacher of science

Role Overview

Teacher of Science at International Schools Partnership. The Aquila School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Company Overview

International Schools Partnership (ISP) operates schools committed to 'amazing learning'—providing enjoyable and meaningful learning experiences so that every pupil makes as much progress as possible. The school vision is: A happy community school with amazing learning at its heart where pupils are empowered to make choices, engage in meaningful learning experiences and make exceptional progress. The focus is providing children with amazing learning and to be the school of choice for the community served.

ISP operates on five core principles: Begin with children and students at the heart of what we do; treat everyone with care and respect; operate effectively by focusing on what matters most; make financial choices carefully based on the needs of children and students; and learn continuously through personal and professional development.

ISP is committed to strengthening inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics.

Role Purpose

Deliver science education that inspires, motivates and equips children to make as much progress as possible through amazing learning. Ensure teaching and learning are of the highest standard and personalised to meet individual needs while maintaining the school's challenging targets for progress and attainment.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Plan and deliver creative and engaging lessons, ensuring that children are actively learning throughout each lesson
• Ensure teaching and learning are of the highest standard and personalised to specifically meet individual needs
• Lead learning so that lessons are engaging and relevant, enabling every child to make as much progress as possible
• Ensure the curriculum is inclusive and learner led, taking into account the cultural heritage of the school community and the local region
• Ensure the school maintains a positive and respectful ethos

Safeguarding and Duty of Care

• Ensure children are safe and well cared for at all times
• Share responsibility to ensure that children are safe and properly supervised at all times

Community Engagement and Communication

• Work collaboratively with colleagues and families
• Communicate with families about learning and other issues related to school
• Actively engage with our school community through newsletters, informal dialogue, reporting, supporting school functions and contributing to community and marketing activities
• Promote our school to the local community to increase pupil numbers and reach pupil numbers targets

Leadership and Development

• Lead CAS activities, participating and leading staff training and contributing to the establishment and development of the school community
• Actively participate in the performance management process of self and others
• As the school grows, be involved in improving learning across the school as a lead learner and subject leader
• Ensure effective communication and direct the work of others, as appropriate

Compliance and School Operations

• Adhere to The Aquila Professional Code of Conduct and commit to promoting the school vision
• Comply with agreed policies and Aquila Ways
• Carry out any tasks required by the school or the regional office to facilitate the smooth day to day running of the school

Qualifications & Experience

• Credible teacher with a range of teaching experience

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to lead learning so that lessons are engaging and relevant
• Ability to develop positive working relationships with all members of the school community
• Initiative, flexibility, creativity, and proactivity
• Positive attitude and approach to work

Additional Information

Safeguarding and Vetting

All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years' employment history.

Reporting Line

Line managed by the AHT/Head of Secondary