Lionheart Lead Science Specialist Teacher

Mercia Academy, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 0TL

3 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  21 August 2026

• Closing date

  8 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  5 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916 to £63,070 Plus potential TLR for suitable candidate

What skills and experience we're looking for

Science Teacher – KS4 Specialist with Proven Examination Success

Location: South Derbyshire/ North West Leicestershire

Salary: MPS- L9/ potential TLR for suitable candidate

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Closing Date: Friday 8th May

Interview Dates: w/c Monday 11th May Start Date: September 2026

Lionheart Educational Trust is seeking a dynamic and inspirational Science specialist to join our team. We are keen to meet experienced candidates with a track record of strong impact, who have strong personal and professional attributes and a deep understanding of effective Science pedagogy to enhance our provision.

Lionheart Lead Science specialist Teacher

Are you a passionate Science specialist committed to excellence in Science learning? Do you have exceptional Science knowledge with a passion for raising achievement, driven by the belief that you are opening doors for the young people you work with? Do you have a proven track record of strong examination outcomes?

Lionheart Educational Trust is seeking to appoint an excellent Science specialist for South Derbyshire.

Our trust position will begin with teaching at our wonderful South Derbyshire secondary school, Mercia Academy, where the successful candidate will champion evidence led Science pedagogy, implementing our robust curriculum effectively ensuring improved outcomes for pupils across KS3 and KS4. This role will provide opportunity to gain experience working with our Lionheart trust network of science leaders and teachers, support and develop school-wide teaching and learning, modelling excellence in science and sharing approaches to support the continuous professional development of our teaching community. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in teaching and learning and curriculum development in the future.

What We’re Looking For:

• A highly skilled classroom practitioner with a deep understanding of KS3 and KS4 curriculum.
• Evidence of sustained impact on pupil outcomes in GCSE Science qualifications.
• A commitment to inclusive education and high aspirations for all learners.
• An adaptive practitioner with a strong working knowledge of
• A collaborative mindset with experience of leading and inspiring colleagues to develop their practice.
• A colleague who is ready to share their practice and who can facilitate effective professional learning to others across the academy.
• Experience of leading, mentoring and developing ECTs
• Support the creation and quality assurance of shared resources and schemes of work.

• Drive improvements in teaching and learning through coaching, mentoring, and CPD delivery.
• Analyse data to inform strategic interventions and raise attainment.
• Support the HoD on strategic planning to ensure that Science standards are excellent.

Why Join Lionheart?

• Be part of a forward-thinking trust committed to educational excellence and equity.
• Collaborate with passionate educators in a supportive and ambitious environment.
• Shape the future of Science teaching across a family of schools.
• Access high-quality professional development and leadership opportunities.

How to apply

For job description and application process, please click the link below

https://www.eteach.com/job/lionheart-lead-science-specialist-teacher-1548722

Closing Date: Friday 8th May 2026 9am

Interview Dates: W/c Monday 11th May 2026

This post is eligible for a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (i.e. it involves certain activities in relation to children and/or adults) and is defined as regulated activity under Part 1 of the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006.

This post is designated as a regulated activity and requires enhanced criminal records check for a regulated activity (including a barred list check).

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, therefore, all posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

The Trust strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where all staff have a seat at the table: a seat to be free, a seat to inspire, a seat to challenge and a seat to succeed.

We currently have staff networks for staff who are Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer + (LGBTQ+), staff who would describe their background as working class and staff with a disability.

What the school offers its staff

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing Trust with staff benefits including over Health Care/Salary Sacrifice Schemes for purchasing bikes, electrical equipment, gym memberships, parking and more!

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Mercia Academy

• School type: Academies, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 579 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Mercia Academy website
• Email address: lht-hr@lionhearttrust.org.uk
• Phone number: 01162670067
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/william-allitt-school-swadlincote

The William Allitt Academy is based in a growing economic region, close to motorway links that provide easy access to Derby and other major midland cities. Sandwiched between the Peak District and the National Forest our cohort are drawn from a mixture of the local urban core and semi-rural villages.

We are part of the academy rebuilding programme and are looking forward to the opportunity that will offer to further improve our academy and the life chances we provide for our students.

Arranging a visit to Mercia Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email lht-hr@lionhearttrust.org.uk.

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