Job Vacancy: Teacher of Science at Rooks Heath School, South Harrow, Harrow, Greater London.
Job Vacancy: Teacher of Science at Rooks Heath School, South Harrow, Harrow, Greater London.
We are seeking to appoint an engaging and highly motivated Teacher of Science to join our successful and supportive team in a well-established department at Rooks Heath School.
The appointed teacher will be required to continue to raise standards throughout the school and will be required to teach Science across KS3, KS4, and all ability ranges.
We have a range of departmental initiatives that provide opportunities for the right candidate to cultivate their creative capabilities.
The Science Department is committed to providing high-quality teaching and learning for all students, and the post represents an ideal opportunity to work in a happy, friendly, and positive environment.
We offer an excellent induction and support programme for new teachers.
Job Summary
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS
Posted: Tuesday, 16th September 2025
Closing Date: Tuesday, 30th September 2025, 9 am
Job Starts: January 2026
Interview Date: W/C Monday 6th October 2025
- Suitable for ECTs
- Visa sponsorship available
The school reserves the right to interview and appoint to this position ahead of any advertised application closing date, should an appropriate candidate be found.
Therefore, it is advisable to submit applications as early as possible.
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Benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Competitive salaries and pay progression
- Generous Pension Scheme
- Excellent transport links
- Access to the Employee Assistance Programme, providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice, and a range of different support services
- Interest-free loans for relocation costs
- Interest-free loans for season ticket costs for TFL/trains
- Cycle to work scheme
- Contribution to Flu Jabs annually
- Contribution to standard eye care tests
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Dedication to continuing professional development
- Employee discounts on our nursery, primary school, and out-of-hours provisions
- Recognised as a National Living Wage Award Employer
Education and Qualifications
- hold a Qualified Teacher Status
- have a Degree in a relevant subject
- commit to continuous professional development
- have or be willing to undergo appropriate First Aid training E
- A good basic education to GCSE (or equivalent) in literacy and numeracy. Or other evidence of being suitably numerate and literate in English
- You have excellent literacy and communication skills, including proficiency in accurate written and spoken English, the ability to make points clearly and confidently, providing information and advice in accurate spoken English, and the ability to understand the views of others
Experience
- Successful secondary teaching experience
- To have experience of working and multi-tasking within a complex and demanding role
- To have experience working with mixed-ability students
- Extensive experience with school systems, SIMS/Bromcom
Professional Skills and Knowledge
- To understand the requirements of the National Curriculum in the relevant subject E
- Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies D
- A good understanding of how students learn D
- Ability to adapt teaching to meet students’ needs E
- To have the ability to establish a positive learning environment, where students thrive E
- Ability to build effective working relationships with students, colleagues, and parents/caregivers
- Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies
- To have the ability to prioritise own time, work under pressure, and meet deadlines with a sense of balance and perspective
Personal Qualities
- A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school
- To be punctual, reliable, flexible, and well organised with good time management Skills
- To be willing to participate fully in extracurricular activities
- Able to maintain complete confidentiality and discretion at all times, combined with a calm personality and sound judgment
- You have an awareness of and a commitment to equal opportunities
- You commit to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults.
- You have an awareness and adherence to relevant health and safety regulations and policies
Teacher of Science Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- To teach Science throughout the School in KS3 and KS4.
- To develop innovative, traditional, and non-traditional approaches to the Science curriculum to ensure appropriate access and achievement for all students.
- To teach using a variety of delivery methods that will stimulate learning, meeting the demands
- of the curriculum and the needs of the students.
- To assist in the development and deployment of resources as appropriate.
- To plan and prepare courses and lessons.
- To assess, record, and report on the attainment, attendance, and progress of students, keeping such records as required.
- To monitor and record student progress according to the school’s assessment policy.
- To maintain discipline in accordance with the School’s procedures and encourage good practice about punctuality, behaviour, and standards of work.
- To set, mark, and record homework according to the homework timetable.
- To assess students’ work in line with the School policies and procedures, referring to student performance targets.
- To provide pastoral support to students with special educational needs.
- To run intervention or extra-curricular sessions if required.
- To teach some lessons in our primary school within the MAT if required.
The school reserves the right to interview and appoint to this position ahead of any advertised application closing date, should an appropriate candidate be found.
Therefore, it is advisable to submit applications as early as possible.
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