Teacher of Science
Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy, Dartford, Kent, DA1 1QE14 days remaining to apply
Closing date
15 June 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
1 June 2026
Job details
Job role
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 September 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.
This is a permanent opportunity offering MPS/UPS based on experience.
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 a robust science curriculum, ensuring our students are well-prepared for higher education and future careers in STEM fields.
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy
- School type
- Academies, Does not apply, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- 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
Arranging a visit to Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy
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