Job Title: Teacher of Science Location: Hemel Hempstead Start Date: April 2025 or ASAP Contract Type: Full-Time Salary: In line with MPS/UPS About the school The School is a secondary school located in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire. Known for its supportive and inclusive environment, the school serves students aged 11 to 18 and offers a range of academic and extracurricular opportunities. The school prides itself on fostering a sense of community, helping students to achieve their best both academically and personally. With a strong focus on personal development, The School provides a wide range of subjects, including the arts, sciences, and humanities, alongside various sports and extracurricular activities. The school’s commitment to excellence is reflected in its continuous efforts to support and inspire students to succeed. About the local area Hemel Hempstead is a town located in Hertfordshire, England, known for its blend of modern developments and historic charm. It has a rich history, with its roots tracing back to medieval times, and is situated just 24 miles northwest of London. Hemel Hempstead has grown significantly over the years, with key attractions including the picturesque Old Town, the popular Gadebridge Park, and the modern shopping and entertainment facilities at the Marlowes. It also serves as a gateway to the beautiful countryside of the Chiltern Hills, making it a great spot for both city commuters and nature lovers. About the role The school is looking for a Teacher of Science to join the successful Science department. You will be responsible for; Teaching: Delivering engaging and effective Science lessons to students in Key Stages 3 and 4 (Years 7-11). Planning & Preparation: Developing lesson plans and resources that cater to a wide range of abilities and learning styles, ensuring that all students are challenged and supported. Assessment & Feedback: Regularly assessing students’ progress, providing constructive feedback, and using data to inform planning and improve student outcomes. Classroom Management: Maintaining high standards of behaviour, creating a positive and productive classroom environment. Collaboration: Working closely with the department and wider school staff to deliver an integrated and cohesive curriculum. Professional Development: Engaging in ongoing professional development opportunities to improve teaching practice and stay up-to-date with educational developments. Am I suitable? The successful candidate for the Teacher of Science position will have to have: - Qualified Teacher Status - ECT applications also welcomed - Degree or Higher in relevant field - At least 1 year teaching experience to Secondary age pupils - Unqualified Teacher applications will be considered if the candidate can showcase a vast experience of teaching GCSE and/or A Level Science About Teaching Personnel Teaching Personnel is the UK’s largest recruitment agency for education staff and are currently supporting schools across Hemel Hempsetad with their staffing needs. We have variety of vacancies across Hemel Hempsetad and the surrounding areas for a variety of subjects including Science. At Teaching Personnel, we are looking for engaging, encouraging, and excellent staff that would be an asset to our fantastic partner schools. Why work with Teaching Personnel? • Teaching Personnel is renowned for its commitment to supporting educators in finding fulfilling roles that match their skills and preferences. • Be the first to hear about a wide range of teaching positions across various educational settings, from primary to secondary schools and special educational needs (SEN) institutions. • Opportunities for personal professional growth and development through our CPD Academy • Competitive pay rates • Ongoing guidance and assistance from dedicated consultants who are passionate about helping staff succeed in their teaching careers with a personalised Application Send an up to date CV to Hannah on ; - It’s as simple as that All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.