Teacher of Science
Ormiston Endeavour Academy, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 6SG44 days remaining to apply
Start date details
January 2026 or sooner
Closing date
7 September 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
22 July 2025
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE) Suitable for ECT
Teacher of Science job summary
Due to significant growth, we are seeking to recruit a teacher of science to join a supportive, innovative science team. We would welcome applications from teachers with a broad range of experience at any stage in their career (this position would be suitable for an ECT taking their first steps into teaching).
Ormiston Endeavour Academy is a high school located on the outskirts of Ipswich. With significant student growth over the last two academic years, we take pride in the high levels of support, care and challenge we offer all our students. Endeavour students are warm, welcoming and willing to push themselves to succeed. Our fantastic staff are committed to providing a caring yet challenging environment in which young people can learn, develop and thrive.
If you are looking to progress your career in an academy which places a high value on the development of its staff, then we would love to hear from you.
Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust? Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more
Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.
We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning.
Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…
- The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
- Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
- Being part of a team and community where you belong – receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
- A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits
About you
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about science, maintaining high expectations of learning, achievement and behaviour contributing to whole school improvement, inspiring our students and making a positive contribution to our ethos and values.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality science lessons.
- Adapt teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Create a stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
- Use a variety of resources and technology to enhance learning.
- Assess and monitor student progress.
- Provide constructive feedback to students to aid in their scientific development.
- Organise and participate in extracurricular activities related to science.
- Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and ensure a cohesive learning experience.
In return, we will offer you:
- Professional development
- Support from a high performing team and access to trust-wide subject networks
- An academy which is focused on supporting the well-being of staff
- Access to employee benefit scheme
Please see the job description for full information about the role. You are welcome to contact us for an informal chat or to arrange a visit. Please contact c.wilkinson@oeacademy.co.uk
If you want to work with a great team of staff and students, and feel that you have the right skills, please apply before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date and close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be found.
Ormiston Endeavour Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.
All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974
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 Ormiston Endeavour Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 739 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Ormiston Endeavour Academy website
Ormiston Endeavour Academy is a Key Stage 3 and 4 (Yrs 7 - 11) secondary school with academy status located in Ipswich in the English county of Suffolk.
The school is sponsored by the Ormiston Academies Trust.
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