KS4 Lead for Science

Manchester Communication Academy, Manchester, M40 8NT

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027

• Closing date

  28 September 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  15 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £34,069.00 - £54,328.00 Annually (FTE) M1 - UPS3

KS4 Lead for Science job summary

Our school values trustworthiness, helpfulness, inspiration, straightforwardness, and heart, and we're seeking a Science Teacher who embodies these principles. Manchester Communication Academy is deeply rooted in the community, committed to improving outcomes for all students.

The successful candidate will join a thriving Science department, where collaboration and innovation drive student success. With a focus on evidence-informed teaching practices, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to our ongoing improvement journey.

If you're passionate about science education and eager to make a difference in the lives of young people, we encourage you to apply. Together, we can empower the next generation of scientists and thinkers.

Our Trust:

Greater Manchester Academies Trust comprises Manchester Communication Academy, Manchester Communication Primary Academy, and Manchester Communication Research School. Our mission is to deliver exceptional education to the children and youth of urban Manchester. We firmly believe in the transformative power of education and are dedicated to leveraging our social investments, community relationships, and partnerships to realize this vision.

Our Trust is guided by five core values: trustworthiness, helpfulness, inspiration, straightforwardness, and heart.

The School:

Manchester Communication Academy is a dynamic institution deeply embedded in the community, committed to enhancing educational outcomes for all students. Situated in Harpurhey and its environs, MCA is an 11-16 secondary school with an adjoining primary school. Collaboration between the two is central to our ethos.

Our primary aim is to mitigate the impact of disadvantage and ensure our students are equipped for successful and fulfilling adult lives.

In our Ofsted inspection in 2024 we were recognised as a GOOD school and want to build on this by recruiting excellent practitioners that are driven by evidence informed practice. MCA received Research School status in September 2019 and we are proud of the work that we conduct in partnership with the EEF and how this drives our teaching practice.

We seek individuals who resonate with our values and share our commitment to excellence. If you align with our ethos, we welcome your application.

The Department:

The Science department at MCA has demonstrated consistent improvement year on year, achieving results significantly above the national average. Our curriculum is designed to challenge and engage students, fostering a lifelong passion for science while delivering commendable academic outcomes.

Collaborative planning ensures a balanced workload and promotes both teacher autonomy and consistency.

Our team comprises dedicated practitioners committed to ongoing professional development. You will join a department that embraces the latest pedagogical developments, supported by a structured CPD program led by our Teacher Educator, an EEF Research School Evidence Lead in Education.

We foster a supportive environment, emphasizing professional relationships and regular communication. Social events and celebrations further enrich our collaborative culture.

For further details about the role and our school, please refer to the attached Applicant Information Pack.

Application Deadline: 9am on 28th September 2026.

Interested in Applying?

We view the application process as mutual; not only must you be the right fit for us, but the school must also be the right fit for you. If you're intrigued by this opportunity, feel free to reach out to discuss the role further.

Manchester Communication Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service

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 school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Manchester Communication Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1240 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Manchester Communication Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/manchester-communication-academy

Manchester Communication Academy serves the community of Harpurhey and its surrounding districts. We are an 11-16 secondary school with a primary school also on site. Close collaboration between the two schools is fundamental to our way of working.

Not only is the Academy committed to offering our students the highest quality learning experience but the Social Investment Department is dedicated to offering opportunities and support to our local families and wider community. Together, our driving force is to mitigate the impact of disadvantage and ensuring that the young people that we serve are equipped and ready to be successful and happy adults who we are proud to know.

Everyone at MCA shares these same values and this is important to us.

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