Job Description
You will be joining a skilled, energetic and committed team so we are seeking an outstanding candidate who can continue to raise the quality of provision to enable the best possible outcomes for all of our students.
The successful candidate will be a committed team player with a determination to inspire and motivate students to develop a passion for science.
You will be responsible for delivering engaging Science lessons, fostering knowledge development, and supporting students across a range of abilities. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a vibrant learning environment.
As a specialist school for Autistic pupils aged from 11 to 19, Vanguard School, part of Liberty Trust, we provide a learning experience that enables our students to achieve the best outcomes. Our pupils access a curriculum that includes three domains; personal, social and academic delivered through three pathways that match pupils’ cognitive ability. Everything we do at Liberty, is underpinned by the Quality‑of‑Life Framework.
Our specialist staff team includes Key Workers, Teachers, Learning Mentors, Therapists and Leaders, that are all champions for young people with specialist needs. The team inspire and create a safe, friendly and supportive environment for young people to thrive.
Responsibilities
- Design and deliver comprehensive science lessons tailored to students’ age groups and skill levels, incorporating various mediums and techniques.
- Foster a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages creativity, experimentation, and self‑expression.
- Mentor students in developing their skills, providing constructive feedback and personalised guidance.
- Integrate interdisciplinary approaches.
- Support students by adapting teaching strategies and materials accordingly.
- Manage behaviour effectively to maintain an organised and respectful learning environment.
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum plans that incorporate organisational skills, tutoring, and cross‑curricular activities.
- Organise exhibitions or displays of student artwork to celebrate achievements and promote science within the school community.
Requirements
- Proven experience in teaching science or biology subjects at various educational levels.
- Strong communication skills to effectively engage with students, colleagues, and parents.
- Knowledge of behaviour management techniques suitable for diverse classroom settings and organisational skills necessary for lesson planning, resource management, and maintaining student records.
- Familiarity with special education practices to support learners with additional needs.
- A recognised teaching qualification in science or biology is preferred.
- This role provides an enriching environment where educators can foster talents while contributing positively to student growth and confidence in all areas.
Liberty Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
Tagged as: Teaching
Application documents: Teacher-of-Science-Job-Pack-Jun-2026.pdf, VGS-Application-Form-April-2025.doc
Salary: M1 – M6 (Inner London) plus SEN Allowance
Hours: 35
Year Round: 52
Permanent: Yes
To Start: September 2026
Applications Close: 14 June 2026
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