TLR £3,017
Full Time – January Start
Are you passionate about Science and driven to inspire the next generation of
innovators?
Redbridge Community School is seeking a dedicated Science Teacher
to take on the additional responsibility of STEM Coordinator. In this exciting role,
you’ll teach engaging science lessons while promoting and coordinating STEM
initiatives. You’ll also help raise awareness about STEM careers, ensuring students
are inspired and informed about the vast opportunities in Science, Technology,
Engineering, and Mathematics.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver high-quality science lessons that engage and challenge students.
Organise STEM-related events, competitions, and projects, creating a vibrant
culture of exploration and innovation.
Work with external organisations to provide enrichment opportunities,
including guest speakers, workshops, and real-world insights into STEM
careers.
Inspire students to engage with STEM subjects, both inside and outside the
classroom, helping them see the value of STEM for their future careers.
Support the development of extra-curricular STEM activities.
What We’re Looking For:
A qualified Science Teacher with a passion for STEM education.
Experience in leading or coordinating projects or initiatives.
Strong organisational and communication skills.
A collaborative, innovative mindset with a strong commitment to student
engagement and achievement.
A desire to raise aspirations and make a difference in a supportive, inclusive
school environment.
Redbridge Community School is an Ofsted rated (2023) “Good” school in
Southampton. It is a special community to be a part of. For staff we offer:
● A work/life balance that is envied by other schools– Your life outside school is
just as important!
● A true community school where it feels like you are making a difference
● An ethos of care for students and staff alike
● A leadership team that supports staff in all they do
● An entitlement to a Private Health Care plan as soon as you join us
● Local Government Pension Scheme
In June 2022 we were once more awarded as Platinum Investors in People School
placing us in the top 1% of employers nationally. The following comments are from
our 2019 and 2022 reports, and they sum up what it is like to work in our community:
“There is an underlying ‘family’ feel to the school, with everyone
wanting to do their best for the students, whilst supporting one another
in their development and wellbeing.”
“Leaders invest heavily in their staff, for example they provide
opportunities for staff to take care of both their physical and mental
health. Staff feel valued and like working at the school. They comment
favourably on Leaders’ attempts to reduce unnecessary workload,
enable flexible working and respond positively to reasonable requests
for compassionate or other leave.”
Please have a look at our website to find out more about how we can offer you a
superb work/life balance.
https://www.redbridgecommunityschool.com/staff-morale-matters
Our advert may close early, and so if you’re keen please apply as soon as practically
possible – final closing date for applications: midday Friday 24th October.
Redbridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and
expect all staff and to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be
subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including: an enhanced DBS;
Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where
applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work. All applicants will be required
to provide suitable references.
For any questions relating to this role please contact: Mrs Sarah Morris, HR
Administrator by email to – smorris@redbridgeschool.co.uk
To apply for this role please download an application from
https://www.redbridgecommunityschool.com/vacancies and submit electronically to
smorris@redbridgeschool.co.uk stating which role you are applying for.
