Teacher of Science

Newlands Girls' School, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 5JB

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026 (Easter start available)

• Closing date

  2 February 2026 at 8am

• Date listed

  22 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subjects: Physics, Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £34,398.00 Annually (FTE) Teachers main pay scale or UPS + Outer London Fringe

Teacher of Science job summary

We are seeking a Science Teacher to join our highly successful team. Specialism to teach Physics to KS5 is desirable but not essential.

About us

At Newlands, positive working relationships, team spirit and a collective vision underpin everything we do. As a result, our staff enjoy outstanding behaviour and incredibly motivated hard-working students. The Senior Leadership Team is visible, approachable and highly supportive. Our values, the 3Cs - Courage, Commitment and Compassion, are what drive us. Respect, collaboration and a desire for there to be no limits set on potential achievement, whatever the starting point, is at the heart of our ethos.

Science is a key subject within the school with all students taking either Separate or Combined Science at GCSE. In 2025, 84% of students achieved grades 9-4, putting the department among the top schools in the country. At A-Level, 76% achieved A*-C in Biology, 96% achieved A*-C in Chemistry and 43% achieved A*-B in Physics.

All three sciences are popular A level choices. In addition to A levels we offer Applied Science and Health and Social Care courses with students progressing to a wide range of STEM degrees and careers.

Why Choose Newlands?

We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a culture of collaboration, teamwork and ambition for all. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life. This is a wonderful and vibrant place to work, come and see for yourself!

Benefits we offer

• A warm, supportive and inclusive school culture
• Exceptional behaviour, attitude and attendance from eager and hardworking students
• Excellent induction and CPD, bespoke and focused on your career development from day one
• Flexibility of training time allowing teachers an earlier finish in the summer
• Commitment to flexible working arrangements
• Membership of the DfE Wellbeing Charter and two additional Wellbeing Days for staff
• Time off allowing staff to attend important personal occasions
• Children of staff have priority admission to our school
• Free access to our employee assist programme offering confidential personal and professional advice and guidance
• Collaborative planning and shared resources
• A wonderful extra-curricular programme, including many trips and enrichment activities
• Free onsite parking
• Access to discounted swimming and private sessions in our heated indoor swimming pool
• Discounted corporate gym membership

Visit us

We welcome prospective candidates to visit our school. If you would like to have a tour and find out more about us, please contact Heli Braver using the details at the bottom of this advert.

How to Apply

• Complete the application form
• Include a personal statement tailored to the role
• Submit your application before the deadline

We reserve the right to close the application early should we receive an overwhelming response and offer feedback to both successful and unsuccessful shortlisted applicants on request.

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. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

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.

About Newlands Girls' School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1242 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Newlands Girls' School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/newlands-girls-school

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