Teacher of Science (TLR2b available for the right candidate)

West Sussex County Council

Job Description

Do you have a passion for STEM and the ability to inspire our amazing students? If so, we have an exciting opportunity as we are seeking to recruit an engaging full time Teacher of Science to join our team at The Burgess Hill Academy. You will be an enthusiastic and innovative teacher who genuinely believes in the ability of all students to succeed and who wants to develop their practice to be the best. Our greatest asset is our students. They are fantastic and have the potential to achieve amazing things. We are looking for someone who: Has a drive for excellence and a desire to be outstandingIs highly organised, motivated and driven to succeedIs a specialist in Science and committed to the progress of ALL studentsIs a team member who will collaborate with colleagues to ensure the progress of studentsHas enthusiasm, presence and authority who can deliver consistently A TLR2b Allowance is available for the right candidate with one of the following additional responsibilities: STEM CoordinatorKS4 Progress, assessment and intervention CoordinatorKS3 Science Coordinator The Burgess Hill Academy At The Burgess Hill Academy, students are encouraged to dream big and strive for excellence with our motto, 'Believe in your best'. Our innovative approach to learning inspires a love for reading and provides high-quality pastoral care. We celebrate effort and achievement while promoting exemplary behaviour within the academy and the community. We truly value the experience, dedication, and commitment of all our employees and believe in the power of motivated and happy staff. This is why we seek to enrich and reward our employees wherever we can, by offering a wide range of exciting and useful employee benefits. These include: Automatic annual pay increments: Pay progression is not linked to performance and all our staff benefit from automatic pay progression (subject to the maximum salary for the role). Cost of living awards are also reviewed annually.Generous Pension: Safeguard your future with financial security throughout your retirement. Employer contribution rate of 28.68%.Health and Wellbeing: A strong commitment to your health and wellbeing including; onsite Wellbeing Champions, designated Mental Health Ambassadors and an annual day devoted to your health and wellbeing. This day provides the opportunity to spend valuable time catching up with colleagues, as well as some Time for You to do whatever most enhances your wellbeing.Personal Development Day: One day annually dedicated to your personal development which could include volunteering, training or a seminar (self-funded).Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to free and confidential counselling services, providing support for both work and personal issues.Cycle to Work: Build exercise into your commute, with our cycle-to-work programme, offering a 2K loan to purchase a bicycle.Retail Discount: Savings with hundreds of retailers including gym, private medical, dental and online GP service, as well as eligibility for the Blue Light Discount Scheme.Multi Academy Trust: Be part of a network of 14 Academies, offering a support system and opportunities for professional development and collaboration.To arrange a visit or to have an informal discussion about this role please contact Thomas Izod, Subject Leader Science on t.izod@theburgesshillacademy.org.uk Please apply on our careers site: https:https://careers.brightonacademiestrust.org.uk/Job/JobDetail?JobId=3798 School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
Posted Date:17 March 2025
Closing Date:30 March 2025
Interview Date:To be arranged

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