Teacher of Science (Maternity Cover)
| Posting date: | 12 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 January 2026 |
| Location: | Not Yet Obtained, South Yorkshire, DN11 0BZ |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 36369186-3cce-4453-b89c-de7a4b5d0a52 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
In the role of Teacher of Science you will:
• carry out the professional duties of a teacher as circumstances may require and in accordance with academy policies, under the direction of the Principal
• promote the achievement of high standards through effecting teaching and learning of Science, including preparation, evaluation, and action planning
• model the vision and values of the academy
• be part of the team driving the development of the academy to become and remain an ‘outstanding’ academy
• receive and act on feedback to build on the strengths and improve personal performance within the academy systems
• contribute, where appropriate, to implementing policies and practice and to promote collective responsibility for their implementation
• take into account and constantly reviewing academy contextual factors and prior attainment when planning and teaching lessons
• work in a cross-curricular way to support Science across the academy in the use of active learning approaches to enrich curriculum and skills delivery
• recognise, promote, and celebrate diversity
What the school offers its staff
Why join us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a high performing multi academy trust with exciting career prospects for successful applicants.
As a Trust, we have developed an extensive range of employee benefits that focus on your Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing. Here are just a few examples in each area…
Financial Wellbeing:
• Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Technology scheme and Vehicle Leasing Scheme*
• Access to an extensive discounts platform
Physical Wellbeing:
• 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner for you & your household
• Gym & fitness discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme*
• Free annual flu jab
Mental Wellbeing:
• Access to an industry leading Employee Assistance Programme
• Menopause Support Service
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings
*Subject to ensuring NMW is maintained
In accordance with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the recruitment process.
Commitment to safeguarding
Online searches will be completed for shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed during the recruitment process. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS certificate and checks of the relevant barred list / prohibition lists. We won't discriminate unfairly against applicants who reveal they have a criminal conviction or where a DBS check reveals a criminal conviction or other information. We will consider applicants who have a criminal record based on their skills, experience, knowledge and qualifications, although this depends whether the job is covered by, or exempt from, the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
In the role of Teacher of Science you will:
• carry out the professional duties of a teacher as circumstances may require and in accordance with academy policies, under the direction of the Principal
• promote the achievement of high standards through effecting teaching and learning of Science, including preparation, evaluation, and action planning
• model the vision and values of the academy
• be part of the team driving the development of the academy to become and remain an ‘outstanding’ academy
• receive and act on feedback to build on the strengths and improve personal performance within the academy systems
• contribute, where appropriate, to implementing policies and practice and to promote collective responsibility for their implementation
• take into account and constantly reviewing academy contextual factors and prior attainment when planning and teaching lessons
• work in a cross-curricular way to support Science across the academy in the use of active learning approaches to enrich curriculum and skills delivery
• recognise, promote, and celebrate diversity
What the school offers its staff
Why join us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a high performing multi academy trust with exciting career prospects for successful applicants.
As a Trust, we have developed an extensive range of employee benefits that focus on your Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing. Here are just a few examples in each area…
Financial Wellbeing:
• Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Technology scheme and Vehicle Leasing Scheme*
• Access to an extensive discounts platform
Physical Wellbeing:
• 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner for you & your household
• Gym & fitness discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme*
• Free annual flu jab
Mental Wellbeing:
• Access to an industry leading Employee Assistance Programme
• Menopause Support Service
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings
*Subject to ensuring NMW is maintained
In accordance with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the recruitment process.
Commitment to safeguarding
Online searches will be completed for shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed during the recruitment process. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS certificate and checks of the relevant barred list / prohibition lists. We won't discriminate unfairly against applicants who reveal they have a criminal conviction or where a DBS check reveals a criminal conviction or other information. We will consider applicants who have a criminal record based on their skills, experience, knowledge and qualifications, although this depends whether the job is covered by, or exempt from, the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.