KS3/4 SEN Qualified Science Teacher (Maternity Cover, 3 Days a week)

Castle Hill High School, Stockport, Cheshire, SK2 5DS

29 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  15 January 2026

• Closing date

  1 January 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  3 December 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Science
• Working pattern: Part time: Mon, Tuesday, Wednesday
• Contract type: Fixed term - 11 Months - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: Teachers Main Pay Scale
• Additional allowances:

  SEN1 allowance

What skills and experience we're looking for

All students at Castle Hill have Education Health and Care Plans. Students’ specific needs include: communication and social interaction difficulties, cognition and learning difficulties and autistic spectrum disorder.

We are seeking to appoint a talented, enthusiastic and conscientious Science Teacher to join our outstanding staff team.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a passionate teacher with energy, vision and a proven track record of raising standards and providing high quality learning opportunities for all children.
• Have a commitment to developing the curriculum and working effectively within a team.
• Promote a broad and balanced education which furthers the inclusive character of our school.
• Have strong ICT skills and individual talent to enhance the work of the whole school.
• Be able to inspire children and maximise progress with exciting teaching, as well as being a good communicator with a flexible 'can do' approach.
• Believe that every child does matter and have high expectations for all our children.
• Have excellent organisational skills and enjoy a challenge.
• Be able to maintain good relationships with parents and multi-agencies.

What the school offers its staff

This is an excellent opportunity to join an outstanding SEN school in Stockport.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

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)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
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.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Upload additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

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About Castle Hill High School

• School type: Special school, ages 11 to 18
• School size: 341 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Castle Hill High School website
• Email address: applications@castlehill.stockport.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01612853925
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/castle-hill-high-school

Castle Hill High School is a special school for students, aged 11 – 18, with significant and complex needs. We currently have 340 students on roll. Our most recent Ofsted inspection, judged the school to be Outstanding. All students enjoy equality of opportunity, regardless of gender, race, ability, social background etc. Our aim is to provide an education which is relevant and worthwhile, preparing our students for the world of work and ensuring that they leave us as caring young adults who have developed positive attitudes and values and are respectful of
others.

All students at Castle Hill have Education Health and Care Plans. Students’ specific needs include: communication and social interaction difficulties, cognition and learning difficulties and autistic spectrum disorder.

Arranging a visit to Castle Hill High School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email applications@castlehill.stockport.sch.uk.

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