Teacher of Science
Brockington College, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE19 4AQ10 days remaining to apply
Job start date
4 January 2027
Closing date
26 October 2026 at 9am
Date listed
16 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- MPS/UPS
Teacher of Science job summary
Job Title: Teacher of Science
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Brockington College is a successful and inclusive 11-16 Church of England academy, part of Embrace Multi Academy Trust, where every student is known, valued and supported to flourish.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and dedicated Teacher of Science to join our successful Science Department on a full-time, permanent basis, starting in January 2027. This is an excellent opportunity for an inspirational classroom practitioner who is passionate about science education and committed to helping all students achieve their full potential.
About the Role:
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who:
Is a qualified and enthusiastic teacher of science with a passion for inspiring young people
Demonstrates high expectations of student achievement, behaviour and progress
Is committed to delivering engaging, high-quality science lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
Has strong subject knowledge and a commitment to continuous professional development
Builds positive relationships with students, colleagues and parents
Values inclusion and is committed to supporting students with diverse learning needs
Supports the pastoral welfare and personal development of students
Demonstrates a strong commitment to safeguarding, health and safety, and the school's ethos and values
What Success Looks Like:
Deliver consistently high-quality science teaching that enables students to achieve their potential
Assess, monitor and track student progress, using data to inform teaching and intervention
Maintain high standards of behaviour, attendance, punctuality and classroom conduct for students
Contribute to curriculum development, schemes of work and departmental improvement planning
Work collaboratively with colleagues to improve outcomes for students
Act as a form tutor where required, promoting students' wellbeing, progress and personal development
Communicate effectively with parents and carers to support student success
Participate fully in professional development, quality assurance and performance management processes
Contribute positively to the wider school community, extra-curricular provision and the school's Christian ethos
Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and promote a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students
Support a culture of respect, aspiration, inclusion and belonging across the school community
About Brockington:
Brockington College is a successful and popular 11-16 Church of England school, and is proud to be part of Embrace Multi Academy Trust. We serve approximately 1,200 students from the local area as well as a wider catchment. Strong relationships with students, families, staff and the wider community are central to school life.
Our vision, “learning to live life to the full”, underpins all that we do. Our Christian values of compassion, forgiveness, justice, koinonia, learning, perseverance, respect and wisdom shape a caring, inclusive and values-led culture in which every student is known, supported and challenged to achieve their best academically, personally and spiritually.
We offer a broad, balanced, ambitious curriculum, complemented by extensive pastoral and academic support and a rich programme of enrichment, clubs, trips and wider opportunities. Our modern, well-resourced facilities help create a calm and purposeful environment where students can develop their confidence, interests and talents.
Brockington is a school where relationships matter and where staff work collaboratively, supported by professional trust, teamwork and development. Together, we are ambitious for every young person and united by a commitment to helping students flourish and play a full and active role in society.
Help Children Flourish:
At Embrace Multi Academy Trust, our mission is simple: to ensure every child flourishes and experiences life in all its fullness. We believe exceptional people create exceptional opportunities for children. Whether you are an experienced professional or looking to take the next step in your career, this is an opportunity to make a genuine difference within a thriving and supportive organisation. Inspired by our values of respect, wisdom, integrity, collaboration, compassion and inclusivity, we work together to ensure every child receives the best possible education.
Why Join Embrace?
When you join Embrace Multi Academy Trust, you become part of a family of schools working together to ensure pupils and colleagues flourish. We are committed to supporting our people through every stage of their career.
Professional Growth
• Extensive CPD opportunities
• Apprenticeship opportunities
• Access to National College resources
• Leadership development pathways
• Opportunities to collaborate across ten schools
Wellbeing and Benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working opportunities where possible
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Wider Wallet discounts and Wider Tech and Furniture Scheme
• Health and wellbeing support services
• Occupational sick pay schemes
A WORKFORCE WHERE EVERYONE BELONGS
At Embrace Multi Academy Trust, we believe diversity strengthens our organisation and enriches the experiences of the children and communities we serve.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, faiths, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities and life experiences.
Because some roles and parts of our workforce are currently underrepresented, we particularly welcome applications from:
• Men applying for classroom support and administration roles
• People from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority communities
We Value Potential:
You may not meet every single criterion in the person specification, but if you believe you have the skills, values, experience or potential to succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply.
INTERESTED?
Closing Date: Monday 26 October 2026 at 9.00am
Interviews: It is anticipated that interviews will take place on Wednesday 28 October 2026.
Applications will only be accepted on the Trust application form. CVs will not be accepted. References will be obtained prior to interview.
We believe that all individuals are of equal value and we are committed to equal opportunities for all, ensuring equality of opportunity in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Safeguarding Statement
Embrace Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our commitment to safeguarding, enhanced DBS checks and barred list checks will be undertaken for all successful applicants prior to appointment and all shortlisted applicants will be subject to online searches as part of due diligence checks. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.
Additionally, applicants are to be aware that an overseas criminal record check, or certificate of good behaviour, will be required before appointment, from candidates who have lived overseas for a period of 3 months (including aggregated time) over the age of 16 in the previous 10 years.
We believe that all individuals are of equal value and we are committed to equal opportunities for all, ensuring equality of opportunity in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Further information about the job
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Brockington College
- Organisation type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 1165 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Website
- Brockington College website
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