Current Vacancies

The Downs School is looking for an energetic, enthusiastic and inspiring classroom practitioner with a real passion for Science. We offer an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and motivated team where your skills and determination will play a pivotal role in positively impacting the lives of our students and share in our vision of ‘educating today’s students for the world of tomorrow’. 

Our highly successful and forward-thinking Science Faculty is comprised of expert scientists who are united in their commitment to constantly improving their teaching practice.  Our commitment to CPD and inspirational teaching and learning is a stand-out feature of both the department and the school.  This year, the team, has been working closely with the education expert Adam Boxer to further improve our excellent science outcomes (“red hot” ALPS 2 / 3 across all Sciences at both KS4 and KS5 in 2023).  Adam runs Carousel Learning and delivers CPD nationally and internationally. The successful candidate will join their colleagues in taking a lead role in the pursuit of ever-improving practice designed to accelerate student progression.

About the Role: As a successful candidate, you will:

• Motivate and Inspire: Bring your enthusiasm for science into the classroom, igniting curiosity and a love for learning.
• Collaborate: Contribute to the success of our science faculty by working closely with a dedicated team of teachers.
• Build Relationships: Create positive and trusting connections with students while making learning exciting and challenging.
• Embrace Innovation: Be open to creative and innovative teaching methods.
• Adaptability: Thrive in a dynamic environment, handling challenges with flexibility.

What we offer: In return, you’ll enjoy:

• Caring Environment: Our positive ethos prioritises staff well-being and recognition.
• Empowerment: Work alongside ambitious, dedicated colleagues who are committed to developing the whole child.
• Exceptional Students: Engage with children who love being at school, exhibit exceptional behaviour and have a strong attitude towards their learning.
• Professional Environment: Join a stimulating and collaborative workplace in our Ofsted-rated Outstanding secondary school.
• Professional Growth: Access extraordinary professional development and support to enhance your teaching skills.
• Flexible Work Options: We value work balance through the availability of flexible working, our ‘Time for you Tuesdays’, commuted INSETs and Employee Assistance Programme. 

The Downs School and Sixth Form is a successful, oversubscribed, and popular school serving the stunning Downs area of West Berkshire.  Our results demonstrate the impact of our commitment to outstanding teaching and learning.  We lead all schools in the county for attainment and are ranked 199^th out of nearly 7000 schools nationally for our Progress 8 last summer. 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application to recruitment@thedownsschool.org as early as possible.  Further information can be found at thedownsschool.org or by contacting Clare Lowery, HR Manager.

Closing date:  Tuesday, 30 April 2024

The Downs School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants

will be subject to social media checks, an Enhanced Disclosure Check through the DBS and provide evidence that they have a right to work in the UK.