We have an exciting opportunity for an inspirational, dynamic and exceptional teacher of Science to join our team within the Preparatory School, with t he ability to inspire and motivate children of all abilities, and to stimulate the pupils real interest and love of the Sciences throughout the School. You will be motivated, flexible and skilled, and most of all passionate about children and their progress. We aspire to deliver exceptional every day, whilst creating a welcoming and supportive environment where individuals can thrive, find their exceptional and be celebrated. Our 3 cornerstone values are Humility, Engagement and Kindness. If this sounds like a cultural fit for you and you meet the job requirements, we would love to hear from you. More information This role is part time (0-6-0.8) and permanent, there may be other opportunities in future to expand the role. Applications from Early Career Teachers (ECT), with appropriate support available, would be welcome. For more information about working at Taunton School, and to view the detailed job description and person specification for this role, please visit tauntonschool.co.uk/about/job-vacancies/. To apply, please click on 'apply for job' on the job page and complete the application form and upload a covering letter as part of your application. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Taunton School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, nationality, religion, disability, or age. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. Candidates will be assessed against relevant criteria only (i.e. skills, qualifications, abilities, experience) in selection and recruitment. If you have a disability and require any assistance with the recruitment and selection process, please contact tsrecruittauntonschool.co.uk SAFEGUARDING Taunton School operates in a regulated sector and adheres to the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) statutory guidance. We are committed to working together to safeguard children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If you are shortlisted for interview the HR team may carry out an online search via Google to check presence and activity, as part of the School s due diligence. As a regulated sector we are required to request references prior to interview unless your permission is not granted. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory safeguarding and pre-employment checks as part of the School s due diligence, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. These include, but are not limited to, ID and Right to Work in the UK, satisfactory references, a successful enhanced DBS check, and satisfactory online searches. This job is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subsequent amendments. You are not entitled to withhold information about convictions which would otherwise be considered as spent. All applicants must therefore declare all previous convictions and cautions, including those that would normally be considered "spent", except those that are classed as protected offences. It is a condition of employment that the employee should not have been convicted of a criminal offence against children, nor have been dismissed from or resigned from a previous employer for misconduct of a similar nature. For more information, please visit this link to our school policies including child protection and recruitment: Taunton School Policies & Inspection Reports Closing Date The final closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 20 th April 2025. However, early applications will be considered as they come in and we reserve the right to close the process early if we find the right candidate. For early applications prior to 5pm on Tuesday 25 th March, there would be an opportunity for initial interviews on Friday 28 th March, all other applications would be subject to interviews after the 20th April.