Teacher - Science (Fixed Term), Harrogate

Job Title: Teacher - Science (Fixed Term) Salary: Commencing at 31,916 with progression to 35,912 per annumClosing Date: About the Role

Harrogate College are recruiting for a Teacher to be part of the science department to deliver BTEC L3 qualifications to 16-19 year olds and Access to Health Science for adults.

The science department at Harrogate is leading the way across North Yorkshire region by offering the provision of an industry led qualification which specifically prepares the next generation of young people working in the sector.

We are a team of both industry and specialist academic teachers who ensure that each of our students is provided with an exceptional experience with outcomes to match.

Please note, this is a fixed term role until Jan 2027 at the earliest.

What You Will Do

• Design and deliver innovative, industry-aligned lessons, effectively utilising digital and traditional learning resources.

• Implement robust assessment strategies to provide constructive feedback that drives student achievement and high-quality outcomes.

• Monitor learner progress through systematic target setting and data-driven tracking to ensure consistent development.

• Cultivate a creative and inspiring environment that motivates learners to exceed their goals and refine their professional skills.

• Maintain current subject expertise, proactively integrating contemporary industry trends and evidence-based pedagogical practices.

• Uphold academic quality by participating in internal verification, moderation, and continuous improvement processes.

• Differentiate instruction and adapt curriculum design to successfully meet the diverse needs of all learners.

• Support departmental growth through active involvement in course promotion, student recruitment, and induction initiatives.

About You

• An excellent communicator, confident in building engaging learning relationships that motivate students to achieve their full potential.

• Able to communicate effectively and professionally with a wide range of employers and work placement teams to advocate for student progress.

• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the professional roles within Early Years and Teaching Assistant sectors.

• A genuine passion for inspiring and motivating young people to become the next generation of the education and childcare workforce.

• Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently and use your own initiative across various settings, including work placements, remote working, and college-based days.

• Ability to be adaptable and flexible in your approach to meet the diverse needs of different learners, ensuring an inclusive assessment experience.

• Proficient in using technology to upload, track, and record student progress accurately (e.g., e-portfolios).

• Strong administrative skills to ensure all marking and evidence meet the high standards required for moderation.

Benefits

The group offers a range of excellent benefits, including:

Annual leave:
Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidays
Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays

Pension schemes with generous employer contributions:
Teachers Pension Scheme
Local Government Pension Scheme
Peoples Pension Scheme

CPD opportunities:
Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days.
Qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.

Employee wellbeing initiatives: Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).

Travel and commuting: Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.

Flexible and hybrid working opportunities: Please speak to the recruiting manager regarding flexible opportunities as these differ between roles.

About Us Harrogate College has excellent facilities and provides a professional and friendly environment. We pride ourselves on working closely with employers, the local community and other stakeholders to provide curriculum and support that meets the needs of our students. We are working towards becoming a recognised centre of green excellence which is supported through our sustainability pledge to become a net zero college by 2035.We have recently been awarded 16m of government funding to transform our campus. The energy-efficient new building will include a workshop unit that provides large scale facilities aligned to industry needs including advanced manufacturing, low carbon construction, retrofit, sustainable energy and bioeconomy, health science and hospitality. This will complement the colleges existing tech centre which is home to its motor vehicle, electrical, joinery and welding workshops.Choosing to work for Harrogate College means that you will be part of a nurturing, inclusive and progressive learning environment. We hope that we will be part of the next step in your career and look forward to welcoming you to Harrogate College.SAFEGUARDING At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION We recognise, value and champion diversity & Inclusion. As we engage with a diverse student population we want to ensure we reflect that in our staff population too. For us diversity is about building happy teams, full of people that want to learn and be inspired by each other, by our different experiences and backgrounds. It is important to us that both staff and students achieve their full potential. Diversity is important to us, but inclusion is equally, if not more important. Its not just about having the representation but also providing the people we recruit with opportunities and valuing everyones contributions and perspectives.RECRUITMENT AGENCIES We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not forward anyunsolicited CVsin relation to any of our advertised roles or speculatively. If we require support with any of our vacancies we will get in touch with agencies directly.

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