Summary of the role
ArtsEd is seeking to appoint either an experienced or trainee teacher to join a collaborative and successful department to commence in September 2026.
The successful candidate will be an inspirational practitioner with ability to teach Physics to GCSE and Science at Key Stage 3; they should be a well-qualified graduate with excellent organisational, interpersonal skills and an ability to create an ambitious, vibrant and learning environment. We are committed to enhancing our approach to Physics and would welcome a new colleague with innovative ideas to share. Confidence in the use of ICT in the classroom is vital, as well as experience of practical Physics and scientific techniques. Key qualities include demonstrable subject competence, combined with a flair for inspiring the next generation of young scientists. Strong administrative and organisational skills are vital in such a busy department, and the ability to work flexibly and take initiative will be important.
Science is a core subject at ArtsEd and all students will continue with it through to GCSE. At Key Stage 3 (Years 7 and 8), Science merges Biology, Chemistry, and Physics to build foundational knowledge for GCSE and the course develops students’ scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding of the nature, processes and methods of science. Students are streamed from Year 9, when the individual subjects of Biology, Chemistry, and Physics are taught discretely. We follow the AQA GCSE Combined Science Trilogy (8464) syllabus for GCSE. Each year a small number of students will take the separate sciences – this is AQA GCSE Physics (8463).
Working as part of the Science Department, you will support the Head of Science in the planning and delivery of the science curriculum; contributing to the teaching students at KS3 and KS4 including GCSE. All our science teachers ensure that each student is provided with the confidence to develop their knowledge and application of Science from Year 7 through to GCSE, and you will be expected to teach Science to Years 7 and 8, and Physics to GCSE; you will also be expected to be able to support the teaching of Biology and Chemistry at Key Stage 4. Each student is expected to fulfil their potential in Science within an environment where they are supported and challenged. You will be expected to use these skills to enhance students’ learning and development throughout the ArtsEd Curriculum within their wider academic and vocational education.
All staff at ArtsEd are expected to sustain and improve the quality of performing arts training and academic education that is offered to the students in the school. Our ethos is one of shared responsibility to which all teachers make a significant contribution. You will be expected to generate, along with the other members of successful department, the vision and ethos for the course and work together to develop the most innovative core units for students.
In 2024, recognising our outstanding curriculum and performing arts achievements, ArtsEd was awarded a ‘significant strength’ by ISI, and the School won the ISA National Award for Excellence.
Early applications are advised as we reserve the right to close the advert early should a suitable applicant be found.
Key Responsibilities
Department specific duties and responsibilities:
* To contribute to the teaching of the KS3 – KS4 curriculum in Science and Physics including GCSE.
* To support the teaching of Biology and Chemistry to GCSE.
* To set and mark classwork, homework and any internal exams according to the School’s marking policy.
* To support the design, development and writing of schemes of work relating to the requirements of KS3 and the GCSE, working collaboratively where appropriate.
* To strive for excellence in the quality of teaching and learning within the department and ensure that curricular records are kept and reports written.
* To keep abreast of all relevant examination and assessment specifications, meeting all deadlines for marking coursework.
* To create, maintain and monitor appropriate records of students’ learning and achievements, curricular coverage, and assessments.
* To advocate for and implement the School’s agreed policies and procedures.
* To supervise the use and care of the rooms assigned to your classes, including adherence to relevant Health and Safety regulations in studios/classrooms/laboratory and other facilities.
* To work within the budget allocated for certain tasks by the Head of Department.
* To oversee the provision and maintenance of effective resources for learning: textbooks, student materials, equipment and classrooms.
* To maintain an accurate written record of all books/equipment sold to students in the school, and to provide a list of these disbursements when required by the Head of Department.
School wide duties and responsibilities:
* To ensure that health and safety issues are properly understood, and procedures followed effectively and consistently.
* To maintain effective discipline through the implementation of the School’s agreed procedures.
* To take part in the Performance Management Programme.
* To take on the pastoral responsibilities of a Form Tutor as required.
* To maintain liaison with classes and individual students’ Form Tutors.
* To maintain effective discipline through implementation of the School’s agreed policies and procedures.
* To carry out general school duties as and when required to do so.
* To attend Open Evenings, Parents Evenings, School performances and other relevant events.
* To write reports, attend parents’ meetings and respond to parents’ enquiries.
* To attend and contribute to meetings for the department and others as requested.
All staff duties and responsibilities:
* To promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young persons for who you are responsible and with whom you come into contact.
* To carry out their responsibilities with due regard to all ArtsEd policies and procedures, ensuring inclusivity, equality of opportunity, and compliance with Health and Safety in the workplace.
* To respect the confidentiality of data stored electronically and by other means in line with the Data Protection Act.
* To adhere to the staff Code of Conduct.
* To regularly undertake Safeguarding, Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent, and GDPR training and to maintain their own professionalism and job-related knowledge through ongoing CPD.
* To be professional, co-operative, and flexible in line with the needs of the post and the School.
* All Job Descriptions are reviewed annually and will change to reflect the needs of the School and the post.
* All staff may be required to undertake such other comparable duties as their line manager or the Headteacher requires from time to time.
* To provide safe and professional environment that is respectful and supportive of other staff members and members of the ArtsEd community.
* To provide safe and professional environment that is respectful and supportive to all students and enables them to explore their identities under the Equality Act 2010 and in line with ArtsEd EDI protocols.
* ArtsEd is committed to the safety, wellbeing and safeguarding of all students and students and expects all staff to share this commitment. Staff in all posts are required to hold a clear, enhanced DBS.
* To carry out this role in accordance with legislation and in particular the School’s Safeguarding Policy and demonstrate a total commitment to safeguarding children.