Science Teacher

Bexleyheath Academy, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7DA

5 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2025

• Closing date

  22 July 2025 at 9:04am

• Date listed

  15 July 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £36413 - £48532 per annum

Science Teacher job summary

Salary: MPR + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits Hours: Full Time Contract type: Fixed term (Aug 2026) Start date: September 2025 Join Our Mission to Spark Scientific Curiosity at Bexleyheath Academy Bexleyheath Academy is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Science Teacher to join our dynamic team. As part of LIFT Schools, we are committed to transforming lives through education, fostering a culture of excellence, and supporting professional development at every stage of your career. What we offer: * A collaborative and forward-thinking Science department * State-of-the-art facilities and resources to enhance learning * A strong focus on CPD and career progression opportunities within LIFT School * A welcoming, inclusive, and diverse school community What we're looking for: * A qualified teacher (QTS) with a strong subject knowledge in Science * A commitment to high academic standards and engaging teaching * The ability to inspire, motivate, and challenge students of all abilities * A team player with excellent communication and organisational skills * Join us in shaping the future of science education and making a real difference in the lives of young people. About Bexleyheath Academy Bexleyheath Academy is a welcoming and inclusive secondary school with a strong sense of community. Our school serves a diverse student population, and we are proud of the relationships we build with our families and wider community. The academy is located in Bexleyheath, just 30 minutes from central London by train, and offers an excellent environment to both live and work. With a brand-new sixth form centre and investment in teaching spaces, it's an exciting time to join our team. We're proud to say that Bexleyheath Academy is on a journey of sustained improvement and innovation. You'll be joining a school with strong leadership and a shared determination to achieve the very best for every student. Who is Lift Schools? We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had. We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation. We offer you: * Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career. * Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs. * Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered. * Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives. The role is due to commence September 2025. This is a full time, fixed term position. Closing date: 18 July 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

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.

Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Applying for the job

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About Bexleyheath Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1487 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Bexleyheath Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/bexleyheath-academy

Bexleyheath Academy is a non-selective comprehensive situated in the heartland of Kent grammar schools. We have been on an incredible journey of improvement, from previously being in special measures to our current status as a good school and we have a fantastic team of friendly, happy staff in place who have worked hard to realise that transformation; students who are proud to be learning at the school and parents who firmly support the team here.

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