Science Teacher

Holcombe Grammar School, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6JB

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  10 May 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  29 April 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £33,280 - £52,000

What skills and experience we're looking for

Looking for progression in an ambitious and supportive grammar school?

Holcombe Grammar School are seeking a qualified Science Teacher to join their team of professionals teaching across all disciplines within Science. The successful candidate will be a confident and effective classroom practitioner, able to design and deliver an engaging, high-quality science curriculum that sparks curiosity and promotes deep understanding. Keeping pace with the latest curriculum developments, you will inspire students through dynamic lessons that challenge and motivate them.

We would love to hear from Biologists, Physicists or Chemists who have a have a genuine passion for Science, and a commitment to delivering engaging and challenging lessons.

This role is offered on either a full time or part time basis – actual working pattern can be discussed at interview.

What the school offers its staff

What our Trust will offer you:

Career Development: We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer a wide range of opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships, we provide clear pathways for progression and promotional opportunities across our regions.

Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, preferential access to Benenden Health, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.

Employee Recognition:Referral Scheme, Long Service Awards and the TSTARS Recognition Programme.

TSAT Benefits Portal:A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback from supermarkets and high street retailers, dental insurance scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym membership.

Blue Light Card:Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.

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

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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

HGS Teacher Job Description.pdf - 1.03 MB (opens in new tab)

About Holcombe Grammar School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1036 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Holcombe Grammar School website
• Email address: tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/holcombe-grammar-school

Holcombe Grammar School, part of The Thinking Schools Academy Trust, is an ambitious and supportive inclusive learning community, where life chances are transformed. We are excited to extend our successful co-educational provision to welcome all young people into Year 7 from September 2026.

At Holcombe Grammar School our aim is that students develop into successful, well rounded, confident young people who are equipped with the academic and life skills necessary to thrive in the modern world. Whatever an individual’s background, we strive to ensure that our highly capable students are given the academic and intellectual tools to help them structure their thinking and learning effectively.

“Pupils at Holcombe Grammar School … experience an inclusive, welcoming and supportive environment in school. The school community takes opportunities to celebrate its diversity often.” Ofsted March 2024

Arranging a visit to Holcombe Grammar School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk.

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