Science Teacher
Trinity School, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 2DU9 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
10 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
1 May 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time: Monday to Friday, 1265 hours directed time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPR/UPS
What skills and experience we're looking for
Trinity School is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Science teacher to join our thriving department. This is an excellent opportunity to join Trinity School, a vibrant and forward‑thinking 11–18 Academy within the Newbury Academy Trust. We are an ambitious, high‑performing school looking for colleagues who are committed to making a real difference.
We are looking for an engaging and skilled Science teacher who can deliver high‑quality lessons across the age and ability range. While we welcome applications from all science backgrounds, we particularly encourage Physics specialists,given the growing popularity of the subject within our curriculum.
Science is central to how our students understand, question, and shape the world they live in. We want a teacher who can inspire curiosity, encourage scientific thinking, and help young people develop the confidence to tackle future challenges — from technological innovation to global issues affecting their lives.
We welcome applications from outstanding colleagues who:
- Inspire students across all key stages
- Have high expectations for every learner
- Are collaborative, supportive team players
- Are committed to contributing to the wider life of the school
- Act as positive role models for our students
If you feel that you have the enthusiasm and drive for this role we would like to hear from you. Application is by letter to Dr C Wilson, Headteacher and application form, the latter including the names and addresses of two appropriate referees. Please include in your letter details on how you would develop this role and prior experience that would support this. Further details can be obtained from Mrs Conway on 01635 510500, by email to hr@trinity.newburyacademytrust.org or visit the school’s website www.trinitynewbury.org Applications for ECTs are welcome. Please submit your application and covering letter directly to hr@trinity.newburyacademytrust.org
The school has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This role is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks, they will also be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form and successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act, and therefore the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English will be required.
What the school offers its staff
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We offer a supportive and development‑focused environment, including:
- A comprehensive CPD programme tailored to professional growth
- A strong support offer for ECTs, with the option to start in July and receive full salary through the summer
- Access to a private healthcare package
- Reduced membership rates for our on‑site gym
- Opportunities to contribute to work across the Trust and the wider community
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This role is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 or amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks, including the completion of a criminal records self-disclosure form. Successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks plus other employment checks.
This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act. The ability to fulfil all spoken/written aspects of the role with confidence in English is required.
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.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Trinity School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1355 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Trinity School website
- Email address
- dandrews@trinity.newburyacademytrust.org
Trinity School in Newbury, West Berkshire, is the lead school in the Newbury Academy Trust; Fir Tree Primary School and Speenhamland Primary School are part of our Trust. We provide an exciting and innovative curriculum for students, as well as many exciting enrichment opportunities. We are committed to CPD and life-long learning, providing many opportunities and benefits for staff development across the Trust, in research and in our growing training teachers’ programme.
We are a comprehensive school, established in 1999, located on the Northern edge of Newbury. We became an Academy in August 2012. There are over 1100 students on roll, including 140 students in the Sixth Form. Students come from North Newbury, particularly the areas of Speen, Shaw and Turnpike as well as the west of Thatcham and the village of Cold Ash.
Trinity School is a high performing school where we value each and every individual. We expect our students to be the very best they can be. We are committed to life-long learning for all and are committed to the CPD our staff. We encourage staff to participate in further study and are currently supporting staff in Masters and Doctorate studies. We are the lead school in our School Direct partnership, hosting trainees across all subject areas. We provide opportunities for staff to develop and grow; providing opportunities to lead on projects and developments in school, across our Trust and in the wider local area.
We have a comprehensive staff benefits package which includes; staff sports teams, reduced gym and fitness class membership of our onsite Lifestyle Fitness Gym, Wellbeing programme, Childcare Voucher Scheme and relocation packages for many candidates. For NQTs we begin employment from 1st July which enables colleagues to receive their salary over the summer before they start their first term of work in September of the new academic year.
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