Teacher of Science
Penketh High School, Warrington, Cheshire, WA5 2BY14 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 January 2027
Closing date
18 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
3 November 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full time equivalent salary
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)
Teacher of Science job summary
This is a role for a classroom-focused Science teacher who will plan and deliver engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4, secure strong progress for their pupils, and contribute to the department’s wider curriculum and enrichment offer for the spring-summer 2027 term (January-August 2027).
What you'll be doing
- Deliver high-quality Science lessons across KS3 and KS4, adapting teaching to meet the range of pupil needs and abilities.
- Track and be accountable for the progress of your classes, using assessment to plan next steps and improve outcomes.
- Contribute to the department’s curriculum development and extra-curricular enrichment activities (practical workshops, clubs, revision sessions where required).
- Participate in department meetings, mark and assess work in line with school policy, and maintain accurate records.
- Engage with the school’s CPD programme and take part in professional development activities, including support for those new to the profession.
What we're looking for
Essential
- Strong subject knowledge in Science and the ability to teach across KS3 and KS4.
- Clear classroom practice with a record or demonstrable approach to raising pupil achievement and maintaining high expectations of behaviour and work.
- Good planning and assessment skills to monitor pupil progress effectively.
- Ability to contribute positively to department curriculum and enrichment activities.
Desirable
- Experience teaching GCSE Science specifications relevant to KS4.
- Experience contributing to departmental CPD or mentoring early career teachers.
About the team or department
The Science department at Penketh High School delivers a broad and practical curriculum and offers extra-curricular activities and revision support. The department values collaboration, professional development and a focus on progress for every pupil. You will join colleagues who support one another and work closely with the wider faculty and pastoral staff to secure strong outcomes.
What we offer
-Membership of the Teachers Pension Scheme.
-Occupational sickness and parental leave pay schemes.
-Access to TCAT+, our Reward, Recognition and Wellbeing platform, which includes retailer discounts, discounted healthcare cash plan, an EV lease car scheme, a cycle to work scheme and wellbeing resources) and our Employee Assistance Programme delivered through Schools Wellbeing.
-Access to a comprehensive CPD framework through Education Connect, online resources from the National College and access to professional qualifications.
-An environment where employee health and wellbeing are actively supported and promoted.
About us
Penketh High School is an oversubscribed, community-facing school that aims to support pupils’ academic and holistic development so they leave with strong skills and positive life chances. The school is a member of The Challenge Academy Trust (TCAT), which supports staff development from hire to retire and promotes a culture that values good working lives and professional growth.
Penketh High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, qualifications, experience checks, medical clearance, enhanced DBS checks, social media checks, and documentary evidence showing your entitlement to work in the UK.
How to Apply
All details and an application form can be found at www.penkethhigh.org For any further details please contact HR on 01925 722298 or email hr@penkethhigh.org
Equal Opportunities
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer, and our employment policies, procedures and practices are regularly reviewed to ensure compliance with legislation. We are committed to creating a workplace culture that is inclusive, positive, and fair with opportunity for all.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Penketh High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Penketh High School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 1058 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
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- Website
- Penketh High School website
Penketh High School is an oversubscribed community facing school that is determined to support the academic and holistic development of pupils in order that they leave the school with a strong skillset and positive life chances. The culture of the school is underpinned by an academically rigorous curriculum, high expectations and standards, as well as a multitude of enrichment opportunities. All these aspects of school life are aligned with the capabilities of our outstanding young people.
The school is focused on providing the very best provision for pupils by supporting the professional development of staff, offering a comprehensive and focused CPD programme and encouraging staff to engage with external, nationally recognised professional qualifications. This provision of professional development includes a robust and comprehensive programme to support teachers new to the profession. Our delivery of the Early Career Framework is overseen and managed by leaders who coordinate the delivery for the schools within the Trust and schools across Warrington. Teachers new to the profession will benefit from excellent support and professional development underpinned by the best evidence-based research, facilitated by knowledgeable and passionate professionals.
This post is suitable for ECTs and experienced teachers.
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