Teacher of Science 0.6 FTE Maternity Cover
| Posting date: | 25 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 11 May 2026 |
| Location: | Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 3DF |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | a88d5ecb-4e0d-4924-81a0-58f8d9164383 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
You will:
• be, or have the potential to become, an excellent practitioner, who is able to teach Science at Key Stages 3 and 4
• be committed to working in a close, collaborative team
• be able to use a strong pedagogical understanding to successfully deliver the Science curriculum
• be enthusiastic about giving young people the best possible start in life.
• be committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people
What the school offers its staff
We offer:
• excellent professional development and a wide range of professional opportunities, including significant leadership development opportunities
• a high level of support for all new staff
• the opportunity to work alongside excellent practitioners across the College
• an exciting and stimulating place to work in a friendly environment
• a modern, purpose-built building and excellent facilities
Further details about the role
Unity College is seeking to appoint a passionate and energetic teacher to join our Science Department. If you are ambitious, innovative and dedicated to bringing positive outcomes for all young people then this could be the perfect role for you.
We are passionate about teaching and learning and would love to hear from you if you share our belief in the power of education to transform lives.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): Childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Online and social media Prohibition from teaching Right to Work in the UK Satisfactory references Suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
You will:
• be, or have the potential to become, an excellent practitioner, who is able to teach Science at Key Stages 3 and 4
• be committed to working in a close, collaborative team
• be able to use a strong pedagogical understanding to successfully deliver the Science curriculum
• be enthusiastic about giving young people the best possible start in life.
• be committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people
What the school offers its staff
We offer:
• excellent professional development and a wide range of professional opportunities, including significant leadership development opportunities
• a high level of support for all new staff
• the opportunity to work alongside excellent practitioners across the College
• an exciting and stimulating place to work in a friendly environment
• a modern, purpose-built building and excellent facilities
Further details about the role
Unity College is seeking to appoint a passionate and energetic teacher to join our Science Department. If you are ambitious, innovative and dedicated to bringing positive outcomes for all young people then this could be the perfect role for you.
We are passionate about teaching and learning and would love to hear from you if you share our belief in the power of education to transform lives.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): Childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Online and social media Prohibition from teaching Right to Work in the UK Satisfactory references Suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.