To start in September 2025, we are seeking to appoint a recent graduate (undergraduate or postgraduate) of Imperial College London to become part of the Science Department, the pastoral and co-curricular life of the School, and to help fulfil the Partnership and Outreach aims of Oundle School as a Science Outreach Fellow.
This a fixed term contract from September 2025 to August 2027, and it is an exciting opportunity for a graduate to explore teaching and outreach in a world-class school and with a world-class university. You will have a relevant degree within Science or Engineering and a passion for outreach and raising aspirations in STEM.
Oundle School is keen to receive applications from graduates of all STEM specialisms.
STEM AT OUNDLE
Science is one of the core curriculum subjects at Oundle, with Science studied by all pupils up to the Fifth Form (16-year-olds). Each of the Biology, Chemistry and Physics departments has a staff of eight or nine full-time teachers, supported by three technicians. The Science Department has excellent resources for practical work, research, and two computer suites. The Patrick Engineering Centre boasts state-of-the-art facilities, opened in September 2016, comprising three design studios, five open-plan workshop bays, a large projects area, an advanced manufacturing suite and a materials preparation room. The PEC is a separate building located in the school’s Sci-Tec campus.
OPPORTUNITIES OF THE ROLE
Whilst working at Oundle School, the Fellow will have the opportunity to learn the skills of teaching in a nurturing and generous environment with support of the highest calibre. The Fellow will also have access to some of the best equipment in any school in the country, allowing the Fellow to develop practical work and lessons.
Depending on the needs of the Science Department and the progress made by the Fellow during their initial period in the school, we would consider supporting the Fellow in the completion of a PGCE and making their position in the school a permanent one.
The opportunities available to the Fellow are not limited to the classroom and include possible involvement in Oundle School trips overseas. The regular trip to the AAAS Annual Meeting and CERN might be of particular interest, and at no cost to the Fellow.
The Fellowship employment will commence on £28,111 per annum, paid over a twelve-month period. The School will provide accommodation and meals when the school is in session (term time) free of charge.
TO APPLY
If you are excited by this opportunity, complete and return an application form and the supplement to the application form as soon as possible as we will consider applications as and when they are received. Please note CV submissions cannot be accepted.
Application closing date: Tuesday 14 January 2025, 9am
Interview date: To be arranged with shortlisted applicants
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
