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  • Job start date

    1 January 2027

  • Closing date

    6 October 2026 at 8am

  • Date listed

    11 September 2026

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Job details

Job role

Visa sponsorship

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Subject

Science

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full time equivalent salary

MPS/UPS

Additional allowances

MPS/UPS

Teacher of Science job summary

Teacher of Science - full time, permanent contract

January 2027 start - (MPS/UPS)

Hardenhuish School is an 11-18 co-educational comprehensive school set in the magnificent parkland of the former Hardenhuish Manor and Chippenham Grammar School. We enjoy an outstanding reputation locally and nationally as a ‘High Performing Academy’. Exam results are consistently above the national average. At Hardenhuish we put children at the centre of all we do: we believe in a three-way partnership with school, home and the individual, ensuring that each and every young person is ‘inspired to learn, supported to succeed’.

We wish to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Teacher of Science who is forward-thinking and committed to teaching across the Key Stages. You should have the drive to motivate students to become confident problem solvers who can apply their knowledge and understanding to the vital role science plays in developing the world around them.

The successful candidate will be passionate about ensuring that every student has the enthusiasm, skills and support needed to make outstanding progress. The ability to teach Chemistry and/or Physics would be an advantage.

This vacancy would suit a highly organised and motivated subject specialist with a strong command of their subject, a passion for working with young people and the ability to inspire and enthuse students.

Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and ECTs who wish to work on a full-time basis.


Should you wish to apply for this vacancy, please download an application pack from the Vacancies page on our website www.hardenhuish.wilts.sch.uk

Closing date: 8:30am on Tuesday 6th October 2026

Hardenhuish School is an equal opportunities employer and requires enhanced DBS clearance as part of its commitment to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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.
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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

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.

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About Hardenhuish School

Organisation type
Academy, ages 11 to 18
Education phase
Secondary school
Size
1519 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 18
Ofsted report
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Website
Hardenhuish School website
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Hardenhuish School is an 11-18 co-educational comprehensive school set in the magnificent parkland of the former Hardenhuish Manor and Chippenham Grammar School. We enjoy an outstanding reputation locally and nationally as a ‘High Performing Academy’. Exam results are consistently above the national average. At Hardenhuish we put children at the centre of all we do: we believe in a three-way partnership with school, home and the individual, ensuring that each and every young person is ‘inspired to learn, supported to succeed’.

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