Teacher of Science

Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy, Dartford, Kent, DA1 1QE

12 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  24 November 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  12 November 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS, based on experience + London Fringe

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you a passionate and innovative science educator ready to ignite a love for discovery? Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy is seeking an exceptional Teacher of Science to join our dynamic team from January 2026. This is your opportunity to inspire and guide students across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, fostering their scientific curiosity and understanding.

Are you ready to spark a passion for science? If you're enthusiastic about science education and eager to inspire the next generation of scientists, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your career with us at Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy.

What the school offers its staff

Why Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy?

At Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy, you'll be part of a vibrant and forward-thinking science department. We are committed to providing engaging and challenging science education, with a strong focus on practical experimentation and inquiry-based learning. We consistently strive for excellent outcomes, and you will become part of a team dedicated to those aims.

Our Science department is well equipped, and we encourage our students to excel in all science disciplines.

As an IB World School, we promote a global perspective, encouraging students to explore the interconnectedness of science and its impact on the world. Our Post 16 provision includes robust science curriculums, ensuring our students are well-prepared for higher education and future careers in STEM fields.

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.

Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you’d like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don’t hesitate to contact Charlotte Herberts (Recruitment Advisor): charlotte.herberts@latrust.org.uk/01634 412 245.

Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.

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

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About Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1335 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy website
• Email address: joinus@latrust.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-leigh-academy

Arranging a visit to Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email joinus@latrust.org.uk.

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