Teacher of Science
| Posting date: | 11 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 17 October 2025 |
| Location: | Walsall, West Midlands, WS1 1RL |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | af5e6376-d9cd-4b65-91b0-de683eb2a255 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Teacher of Science (Part-Time, 0.6 FTE)
Walsall Studio School & Sixth
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: Main Scale / UPS
Contract: Permanent, Part-Time (0.6 FTE)
Closing Date: Friday 17th October 2025
Interview Date: Wednesday 22nd October 2025
Inspire the Next Generation of Creative Professionals
Walsall Studio School & Sixth is a deliberately small, forward-thinking school for 14–19-year-olds passionate about creative pathways in performance, music, and media. We offer a unique learning environment that mirrors a modern creative workplace, with flexible studio spaces and industry-standard facilities.
We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Science Teacher to join our dynamic team. You will deliver high-quality, innovative teaching that prepares students for both exams and future STEM-related careers. Our ethos is rooted in inclusion, aspiration, and professional standards—treating students as young professionals and supporting them to thrive both personally and creatively.
What You’ll Do
• Deliver engaging and challenging Science lessons in line with the national curriculum and our “Curriculum That Gets You Hired” principles.
• Plan and deliver lessons that promote curiosity, problem-solving, and critical thinking through practical and project-based learning.
• Contribute to the planning and continuous improvement of the Science curriculum, ensuring it remains creative, relevant, and aligned with industry and higher education standards.
• Support enrichment projects, employer engagement activities, and STEM experiences that connect classroom learning to industry practice.
• Use trauma-informed and adaptive teaching approaches to meet the diverse needs of learners, including those with SEND or additional barriers.
• Build positive, professional relationships with students, fostering engagement, resilience, and aspiration through our MAGIC values (Motivation, Aspiration, Grit, Independence, Collaboration).
What We’re Looking For
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and evidence of further professional development.
• Successful teaching experience within the curriculum.
• A thorough understanding of effective teaching, assessment, and inclusive practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to your own professional development and to the values of Walsall Studio School & Sixth.
Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities
The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Policies can be found on our website. This position is subject to appropriate vetting procedures including a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions as part of the recruitment process.
How to Apply
Please complete the Online Application Form via our Mercian Trust website.
For informal confidential conversations or to arrange a visit, contact:
Angela Lingard, SLT PA and Office Manager Email: a.lingard@studio.merciantrust.org.uk
What the school offers its staff
Our Offer to You
• A superb staff team committed to doing their best for all in our school community.
• Support from our Trust central teams and other schools in The Mercian Trust.
• Extensive professional development opportunities.
• Comprehensive employee assistance and staff benefits package, including health plans, salary sacrifice schemes, and discounts.
• An ambitious, forward-thinking team where every day brings new challenges and opportunities.
Commitment to safeguarding
Studio School & Sixth is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A copy of the ‘Safeguarding Policy’ is available to view or download by logging onto the School website: https://walsallstudio.school/ This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check (formerly CRB) under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from the school or by visiting www.crb.gov.uk.
Teacher of Science (Part-Time, 0.6 FTE)
Walsall Studio School & Sixth
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: Main Scale / UPS
Contract: Permanent, Part-Time (0.6 FTE)
Closing Date: Friday 17th October 2025
Interview Date: Wednesday 22nd October 2025
Inspire the Next Generation of Creative Professionals
Walsall Studio School & Sixth is a deliberately small, forward-thinking school for 14–19-year-olds passionate about creative pathways in performance, music, and media. We offer a unique learning environment that mirrors a modern creative workplace, with flexible studio spaces and industry-standard facilities.
We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Science Teacher to join our dynamic team. You will deliver high-quality, innovative teaching that prepares students for both exams and future STEM-related careers. Our ethos is rooted in inclusion, aspiration, and professional standards—treating students as young professionals and supporting them to thrive both personally and creatively.
What You’ll Do
• Deliver engaging and challenging Science lessons in line with the national curriculum and our “Curriculum That Gets You Hired” principles.
• Plan and deliver lessons that promote curiosity, problem-solving, and critical thinking through practical and project-based learning.
• Contribute to the planning and continuous improvement of the Science curriculum, ensuring it remains creative, relevant, and aligned with industry and higher education standards.
• Support enrichment projects, employer engagement activities, and STEM experiences that connect classroom learning to industry practice.
• Use trauma-informed and adaptive teaching approaches to meet the diverse needs of learners, including those with SEND or additional barriers.
• Build positive, professional relationships with students, fostering engagement, resilience, and aspiration through our MAGIC values (Motivation, Aspiration, Grit, Independence, Collaboration).
What We’re Looking For
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and evidence of further professional development.
• Successful teaching experience within the curriculum.
• A thorough understanding of effective teaching, assessment, and inclusive practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to your own professional development and to the values of Walsall Studio School & Sixth.
Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities
The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Policies can be found on our website. This position is subject to appropriate vetting procedures including a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions as part of the recruitment process.
How to Apply
Please complete the Online Application Form via our Mercian Trust website.
For informal confidential conversations or to arrange a visit, contact:
Angela Lingard, SLT PA and Office Manager Email: a.lingard@studio.merciantrust.org.uk
What the school offers its staff
Our Offer to You
• A superb staff team committed to doing their best for all in our school community.
• Support from our Trust central teams and other schools in The Mercian Trust.
• Extensive professional development opportunities.
• Comprehensive employee assistance and staff benefits package, including health plans, salary sacrifice schemes, and discounts.
• An ambitious, forward-thinking team where every day brings new challenges and opportunities.
Commitment to safeguarding
Studio School & Sixth is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A copy of the ‘Safeguarding Policy’ is available to view or download by logging onto the School website: https://walsallstudio.school/ This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check (formerly CRB) under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from the school or by visiting www.crb.gov.uk.