Job description
*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 benefit
Job Title: Science Teacher
Location: Acorn Park School, Norwich
Salary: Up to £42,000 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week; Monday to Friday, 08:30am - 4:30pm
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Science Teacher to join our close-knit team at Acorn Park School located in Norwich.
**Welcome bonus £2000. £1000 paid after 3 months, £1000 paid after successful probation (6 months). T&Cs apply
Job Purpose:
To teach KS3, KS4 and KS5 National Curriculum Science leading to GCSEs and A-Levels where appropriate.
To develop the academic capabilities, social and communication skills and focussing on successful and purposeful learning. To lead by example, ensuring the highest quality of education and care for every pupil.
Main Responsibilities:
To develop and implement Science schemes of work (Biology, Chemistry and Physics) and lesson plans in line with the requirements of the Formal Curriculum Pathway.
To manage Science teaching resources including chemical storage
To ensure relevant Health and Safety standards are upheld at all times and in line with regulations
To organise the learning environment and develop resources in order to maximise the learning process.
To establish positive relationships with pupils and to develop close, professional relationships with parents/carers.
Experience
Physicist or Chemist preferred (Biologist considered depending on previous experience)
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About us
Acorn Park is a school for 98 pupils, who all have a primary diagnosis of Autism. We run two curriculum pathways – Formal and Semi-formal. Our Complex needs pupils are on the Semi-Formal Pathway which is highly personalised from their EHCP. We have a mixture of Day and Residential pupils as we have 8 co-located pupil’s homes on our 30 Acre site in rural Norfolk. On site, we also have a large Forest School and Animal Care Farm along with play facilities, a sports hall and sensory rooms.
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 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?
Your 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
BUPA Cash Plan
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 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.