Science teacher
| Posting date: | 18 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 January 2026 |
| Location: | Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AZ |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | d4df488d-4e24-4ed0-9805-1acf9386b3a2 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Key attributes:
• To be passionate about enabling all pupils to make good progress in Science;
• To be able to support the Subject and Faculty Leader in reviewing and updating the curriculum and assessment practices;
• To contribute to the development of new initiatives and pedagogies which will continue to improve the teaching and learning in Science;
• To have a strong commitment to supporting all children and young people in learning to read, and reading to learn;
• To actively participate in our culture of learning from each other and sharing good practice;
• To promote Science by celebrating pupils’ success and organising enrichment activities.
What the school offers its staff
We will provide you with:
• The opportunity for professional development in one of Hampshire’s top schools for progress and attainment;
• The opportunity to work in a vibrant, all-through school setting with excellent facilities;
• The support of experienced and highly motivated colleagues across all Key Stages;
• A friendly, welcoming school community;
• Preferential nursery places in our on-site nursery at a reduced price;
• Free on-site parking;
• Free use of health and fitness facilities;
• Preferential admission to The Westgate School for employees' children after 2 years of employment.
Further details about the role
The ability to also teach maths would be advantageous but not essential. Please indicate on the application form if this is applicable.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Westgate School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks, which will include an online search in order to identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online, in line with KCSiE recommendations.
Key attributes:
• To be passionate about enabling all pupils to make good progress in Science;
• To be able to support the Subject and Faculty Leader in reviewing and updating the curriculum and assessment practices;
• To contribute to the development of new initiatives and pedagogies which will continue to improve the teaching and learning in Science;
• To have a strong commitment to supporting all children and young people in learning to read, and reading to learn;
• To actively participate in our culture of learning from each other and sharing good practice;
• To promote Science by celebrating pupils’ success and organising enrichment activities.
What the school offers its staff
We will provide you with:
• The opportunity for professional development in one of Hampshire’s top schools for progress and attainment;
• The opportunity to work in a vibrant, all-through school setting with excellent facilities;
• The support of experienced and highly motivated colleagues across all Key Stages;
• A friendly, welcoming school community;
• Preferential nursery places in our on-site nursery at a reduced price;
• Free on-site parking;
• Free use of health and fitness facilities;
• Preferential admission to The Westgate School for employees' children after 2 years of employment.
Further details about the role
The ability to also teach maths would be advantageous but not essential. Please indicate on the application form if this is applicable.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Westgate School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks, which will include an online search in order to identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online, in line with KCSiE recommendations.