Upper School Science Teacher & Subject Guardian
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30+ days ago
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Job Summary
Are you looking for an opportunity to transform your teaching journey
Elmfield is seeking an inspiring and experienced Science Teacher to lead our Upper School provision. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about both high-level academic achievement (AQA GCSE) and the holistic phenomenon-based approach that defines a Waldorf education.
This is a unique chance to shape scientific inquiry at a school dedicated to educating the whole childfostering not just intellectual understanding but also a deep reverence for the natural world.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for a varied and rewarding set of duties ensuring a cohesive and inspiring science experience across the school:
- Curriculum Leadership: Lead and deliver AQA GCSE Science (Biology Chemistry and Physics) with the focus and rigour required for academic success.
- Waldorf Main Lessons: Design and deliver Upper School Science Main Lesson Blocks (Classes 911) utilising the phenomenological approach to bring concepts to life through observation and creative inquiry.
- Laboratory Management: Oversee the safe and efficient running of the Science Laboratory including resource management budget control and ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations.
- Whole-School Oversight: Provide oversight and mentorship for science teaching across the Lower School ensuring a smooth developmentally appropriate progression of scientific concepts.
- Mentoring: Work closely with colleagues to integrate scientific concepts with art handwork and other subjects.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a teacher who:
- Holds QTS and has demonstrable experience teaching Science up to GCSE level.
- Has a genuine interest in or experience with Rudolf Steiners educational philosophy.
- Can transition seamlessly between the demands of external examinations and the imaginative artistic work of the Main Lesson curriculum.
- Is committed to maintaining a high standard of health and safety within the laboratory environment.
If you are a science teacher who seeks to foster wonder develop sound judgment and awaken the imagination through the study of the natural world we encourage you to apply.
Closing Date: 17 November 2025. Please contact Sam Price for further information or to arrange a meeting with our School Lead.
Elmfield Rudolf Steiner School We are an equal opportunity employer. We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date.
Key Skills
- Computer Science
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Management
- Communication skills
- Algebra
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Conflict Management
- Teaching
- Tutoring
- Word Processing
About Company
Elmfield is a community based school, we provide teaching that is based around your child's developmental needs At Elmfield we strive to be a haven from the chaos of the modern world whilst at the same time equipping our students to be the adults of the future.
