Teacher of Science
Ralph Thoresby School, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS16 7RX23 days remaining to apply
Start date details
February/March 2026
Closing date
1 February 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
8 January 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time: Full time 32.5 hours per week. We will consider 0.8 for the right candidate
Contract type
- Fixed term - 1 Year - Maternity or parental leave cover
Full-time equivalent salary
- £32,916 - £51,048
What skills and experience we're looking for
Qualifications & Experience
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a good honours degree in a relevant subject
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Proven ability to deliver inspiring, high-quality teaching that raises student achievement
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Evidence of a positive impact on student outcomes in current or previous roles
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Desirable: Further professional development
Skills & Knowledge
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Strong understanding of current developments in science teaching and learning
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Effective use of data to track and monitor progress
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Competence in using technology to support teaching and learning
Desirable: Ability to support colleagues with subject teaching and experience teaching post-16
What the school offers its staff
The school is a mixed community school with over 1,000 students on role. Approximately 30% of our students come from ethnic minority backgrounds and we have a resource provision for physically impaired students which really adds to the positive and harmonious atmosphere around school. Our superb, modern school building further enhances the atmosphere and supports students’ learning. ‘This is a school where staff and pupils celebrate diversity and promote values of tolerance, mutual respect and care for others’ (Ofsted).
The school has repeatedly been judged good by Ofsted and we have a strong record of academic achievement, whilst ensuring that all students are well supported. Students make good progress here because, ‘the working atmosphere in classrooms is positive’ and ‘pupils take pride in their work’ (Ofsted).
We have an excellent 6th form partnership arrangement with Lawnswood School (another good local school) and together we offer post-16 provision to rival the best in the city – ‘The quality of provision for post-16 students remains good. Students make consistently good progress over time’ (Ofsted). We are a Trust school in partnership with several of our local partner Primary schools. We have a strong relationship with the Local Authority and are also part of the highly regarded Red Kite Alliance teaching school hub, ‘Partnership working is strong’ (Ofsted).
Our school motto is ‘ambition and achievement for all’. We firmly believe in giving all students the opportunity to achieve their very best regardless of the circumstances in which they find themselves.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post requires Enhanced Disclosure (DBS).
Applying for the job
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About Ralph Thoresby School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1004 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Ralph Thoresby School website
- Email address
- recruitment@ralphthoresby.com
- Phone number
- 0113 397 9911
The school is a mixed community school with over 1,000 students on role. Approximately 30% of our students come from ethnic minority backgrounds and we have a resource provision for physically impaired students which really adds to the positive and harmonious atmosphere around school. Our superb, modern school building further enhances the atmosphere and supports students’ learning. ‘This is a school where staff and pupils celebrate diversity and promote values of tolerance, mutual respect, and care for others’ (Ofsted).
Arranging a visit to Ralph Thoresby School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@ralphthoresby.com.
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