Teacher of Science

Limehurst Academy, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 1NH

22 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  25 September 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  3 September 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (187)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £34,068 - £52,835

What skills and experience we're looking for

Knowledge of curriculum developmentsAbility to use a variety of teaching and learning strategies

Skills and knowledge to deal with student safety and behaviour

Ability to work effectively under pressure

Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines

Ability to focus on standards and the belief that all students can succeed given the right opportunity and support

Good ICT skills

What the school offers its staff

Pension Scheme

Cycle Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

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.

Limehurst Academy is an exciting place to work and learn. Our school motto is Achievement in a Caring Environment. You will see when you visit the school and talk to the students, teachers, support staff and governors that we are passionate about what we do: getting the best out of every child whatever their abilities, interests or ambitions. We have high aspirations for everyone who is part of our community whether student or member of staff. With this caring ethos we are looking for skilled staff to join us who have a clear passion for helping young people achieve the absolute best they can. We are proud to be a member of the East Midlands Education Trust.

At Limehurst, we aim to deliver the highest quality teaching, which encourages greater student responsibility and independence in their learning. We aim to understand quickly the changing needs of each individual in our care and prepare them for the next stage of their education. We challenge and support them to succeed beyond what they believe they are capable of in an environment where students feel safe and relationships are good. We provide them with exciting learning opportunities both in the classroom and beyond that will engage and motivate them so that they will want to come to school. We join with them in celebrating their successes.

The school was inspected by Ofsted in June 2026, and we look forward to the publication of the report. The previous inspection, in April 2022, confirmed that the school remains a good school. The report can be found on our website. It begins with the line: “Pupils are unanimous in their praise of Limehurst Academy.” It also says, “Pupils are polite and respectful. In lessons, their conduct is exemplary.” We know our school well but we are not complacent. We are constantly seeking to improve, and deliver outstanding education to the community we serve - a community that we are very proud to be a part of.

This post is a crucial one to the school. We are looking for a brilliant teacher of Science, irrespective of your particular scientific discipline. You will deliver Science to the full age and ability range, including GCSE Separate and Combined Sciences. You will be part of the eight-person Science department, which is led by the experienced Head of Science. You will also be expected to be a form tutor. Time-management skills, patience and a good work ethic are essential, as are excellent interpersonal skills. The job description will give you further details about what we require.Results in 2025 and 2026 remain strong. Over 50% of our students achieved a Grade 5+ in English & Maths. 41% of our SEN students achieved a Grade 4+ in English & Maths. As has been the case for many years now, all of our headline measures are well above national averages. We are committed to improving yet again this academic year, and we are determined to do so. Our parents and the local community are extremely supportive of the school.If you believe you have the skills and qualities to help us continue to be successful, then I look forward to receiving your application.

The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post, will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken during the recruitment process and this may include online searches.

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.

Please submit the application by the deadline date of 9.00am on Friday 25th September 2026. However, we reserve the right to call suitable applicants for interview before the closing date.

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.

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About Limehurst Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 656 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Limehurst Academy website
• Email address: recruitment@emet.uk.com
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/limehurst-academy

Limehurst Academy is an over-subscribed and successful 11-16 school in the heart of Loughborough,and is a wonderful place to work. We are very proud to serve a multicultural community, and the school routinely celebrates its diversity. Visitors to Limehurst regularly comment on both the stimulating learning environment and the welcoming atmosphere offered by staff and students. We are a happy school, and we actively promote positive choices and having a can-do attitude.

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