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The Subject

The Future Scientists Programme is a two-week course for students eager to explore biology, chemistry, and physics through experiments, demonstrations, and guided research. Teachers play a central role in guiding students as they design investigations, collect and interpret data, and present their findings with clarity. The programme also encourages critical thinking, examining new scientific developments and the ethical questions they raise. Students collaborate on group challenges that mirror real-world scientific research, developing problem-solving and teamwork skills. Through their guidance, teachers inspire students to deepen their scientific understanding and nurture the curiosity and skills needed to excel in science.

• Fully paid DBS check
• Extensive, paid, on-site training prior to student arrival
• All meals and accommodation included
• CPD and Appraisals
• Staff Wellbeing Initiative
• Access to Employee Assist Programme (EAP)
• Continual support for all staff from the Head Office Team, both on the ground and via phone/email
• Online safeguarding and prevent training
• Professional, fun and supportive environment

Additional Role Specific Support

• Allocated planning and preparation sessions
• CPD sessions and workshops with Director of Studies
• Observations with feedback and Action Points

General Responsibilities:

• Prioritise the safeguarding and well-being of students in your care.
• Follow all Health and Safety guidelines and risk assessments.
• Demonstrate flexibility, as is often required in residential roles.
• Help ensure that the students do not breach the rules of the school
• Interact with students in a manner that's both friendly and professional.
• Assist at any time, whether on duty or not, in an emergency situation
• Share reflections about your experiences over the summer.
• Offer support during meal and break times, and assist with student sign-ins when needed.
• Help with student airport transfers, ensuring smooth arrivals and departures.
• Teaching Duties:
• Acquaint yourself with the SBC syllabus, materials, and resources during the induction period.
• Deliver lessons using the SBC syllabus and suitable materials.
• Cultivate a student-centred learning environment that promotes 21st-century skills.
• Set assignments as guided by the SBC syllabus.
• Cater to individual needs, ensuring students reap the full benefits of their course.
• Regularly review students' work, mark assignments thoughtfully, and provide constructive feedback.
• Handle administrative tasks like maintaining class lists, recording work, registering students, and preparing certificates and reports.
• Ensure a positive classroom atmosphere and encourage all students to participate.
• Attend morning meetings with the Director of Studies and other sessions as requested by summer school management.
• Join CPD (Continued Professional Development) workshops.
• Plan for lesson observations, reflect upon them, and attend feedback sessions with the Director of Studies to discuss potential areas of improvement.

Please see the attached Job description for a more complete list of the duties associated with the Subject Teacher role.

Essential

TO APPLY

We want to make sure we do all we can to set candidates up for success in this process. If you require any adjustments to help you at interview and/or you have any questions at all, please contact us at: recruitment@summerboardingcourses.co.uk

Please note, as this post involves direct contact with vulnerable children, it is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account.

SHOULD YOU BE SUCCESSFUL

• Any gaps in your CV will be enquired about and must be explained satisfactorily
• You will have to prove your Right to Work in the UK
• You will provide the details of two recent and relevant referees who we will contact and specifically ask about your suitability to work with children and any concerns.
• You will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS), and equivalent if you live, or have lived, outside of the UK
• You will be asked to state that you have no known reason why you cannot work with children
• Official identification and certificates will be required for our records

Please be aware that SBC may conduct online searches for shortlisted candidates as part of our legal duty to meet out safeguarding duties.

SBC SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Summer Boarding Courses is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We have a comprehensive Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and procedures in place which all employees, volunteers and contractors are expected to adhere to.

SBC EQUALITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSIVITY STATEMENT

We operate a policy of equal opportunities and welcome applications from candidates irrespective of sex, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin or disability.