UNITY COLLEGE
Towneley Holmes
, Burnley
, Lancashire
, BB11 3DF
Tel: 01282 683010
School website: www.unity-college.com Roll: 1400
Teacher of Science (0.6FTE) Maternity Cover
Unity College is seeking to appoint a passionate and energetic teacher to join our Science Department. If you are ambitious, innovative and dedicated to bringing positive outcomes for all young people then this could be the perfect role for you.
We are passionate about teaching and learning and would love to hear from you if you share our belief in the power of education to transform lives.
We offer:
excellent professional development and a wide range of professional opportunities, including significant leadership development opportunities
a high level of support for all new staff
the opportunity to work alongside excellent practitioners across the College
an exciting and stimulating place to work in a friendly environment
a modern, purpose-built building and excellent facilities
You will:
be, or have the potential to become, an excellent practitioner, who is able to teach Science at Key Stages 3 and 4
be committed to working in a close, collaborative team
be able to use a strong pedagogical understanding to successfully deliver the Science curriculum
be enthusiastic about giving young people the best possible start in life.
be committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people
Unity College is a co-educational, 11-16 college. With 1500 students on roll, we are one of the largest secondary schools in Lancashire.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
