Teacher of Science

Outwood Academy Freeston, Normanton, WF6 1HZ

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  3 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  20 March 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Full time, part time (Can be done as a job share): 32.5 hours per week Working Pattern: Vacancy 1 - 32.5 Hours Per Week, Term Time & Vacancy 2 - 19.5 hours per week, Term Time OR alternatively we would consider 2 posts at 0.80 FTE for the right candidates
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: M1 to U3

What skills and experience we're looking for

Qualifications Essential Desirable

A degree in an appropriate discipline related to relevant subject.

Teaching qualification together with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Knowledge Essential Desirable

Awareness of the strategies available for improving the learning and

achievement of all students.

A good understanding of curriculum developments in the specific

subject area.

Experience

Recent and relevant teaching experience in employment or training

Experience of assessment at Key Stage 3 and 4

Able to use a range of teaching and learning strategies 

An understanding for how Assessment for Learning can improve

student performance

Confidence in the use of standard computer packages (word

processing, email and spreadsheets) and how these can be used to

enhance student learning

Able to use student level data to raise standards

Able to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a team

Creative in problem solving together with willingness to take on and

try new approaches and ideas

Ability to relate to students in a pleasant and sympathetic manner and

to recognise potential child safeguarding issues

Ability to communicate high expectations to all students

Able to communicate both orally and in writing to students and their

parents

Sharing good practice across the department

Satisfactory Enhanced DBS Disclosure

Assessed and advised by Health and

What the school offers its staff

Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).

What will we do for you?

We offer a comprehensive package focused on career development, fair pay, and well-being:

• Competitive Pay & Pension:Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Teachers' Pension Scheme.

• Professional Growth:Access extensive CPD, progression to Masters level, and development via the Outwood Institute of Education and National Institute of Teaching.

• Workload & Support:Committed to a manageable workload via our Workload Charter and guarantee a minimum of two hours of CPD each week.

• Wellbeing & Flexibility:Enhanced occupational leave, flexible family policies, and access to a comprehensive 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.

Commitment to safeguarding

Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Outwood Academy Freeston

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 988 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Outwood Academy Freeston website
• Email address: l.habgood@freeston.outwood.com
• Phone number: 01924302560
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/outwood-academy-freeston

Outwood Academy Freeston provides education for 11-16 year olds, and is situated in the heart of Normanton, West Yorkshire near the city of Wakefield.

Outwood Academy Freeston aims to provide the best education for all its students by promoting the highest academic standards through quality teaching and learning. It develops students with the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes that will prepare them well for the future. We aim to create and sustain a positive learning environment and work in partnership with parents and the wider community to improve in every aspect of our work.

Outwood Academy Freeston is a member of Outwood Grange Academies Trust. The Trust currently sponsors a number of secondary and primary schools in the region. Outwood Grange Academy has been a National Teaching school for many years and was accredited as one of the country’s first Teaching Schools.

Arranging a visit to Outwood Academy Freeston

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email l.habgood@freeston.outwood.com.

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