Teacher of Science

The Radcliffe School, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK12 5BT

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026, however we are open to negotiating a later start date

• Closing date

  16 June 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  2 June 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subjects: Biology, Science
• Working pattern: Part time, 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 or Part Time)

MPS/UPS

We are looking for an enthusiastic and qualified Teacher of Science to join our collaborative and supportive Science Department. We are ideally seeking someone to start in September 2026, however we are open to negotiating a later start date. We are happy to consider either full time or part time hours. The ability to teach Biology is desirable, but we are open to applications from Chemistry or Physics teachers.

This position would suit an experienced teacher or an Early Careers Teacher who is keen to start their career in a friendly and supportive school. We have extensive experience of providing excellent mentoring and support to new staff.

The successful candidate will have access to a full range of courses both in-house and professionally accredited, including all of the National Professional Qualifications eg NPQLTD.

We are an iPad school with all staff and students receiving an iPad (along with regular CPD on how to use it) to support teaching and learning.

This is a unique opportunity to take an exciting role in a forward-thinking school and to work with committed and collaborative staff. The ideal candidate will be passionate about teaching and learning and will have the ability to motivate students. They will be happy to work in support of a large and friendly team.

The Radcliffe School offers the opportunity to:

• Work with a Department that is passionate about achievement for all pupils.
• Work with fantastic students who enjoy a dynamic and engaging curriculum.
• Operate within a diligent team of excellent teachers who have a wealth of expertise and experience.
• Teach, research, develop and examine at GCSE and A Level.
• Work with a driven and inspirational department in pursuit of excellence.
• Be part of a strong induction programme tailored to your experience and needs.
• Contribute to high quality teaching and learning, and the provision of extracurricular activities to drive students forward.
• Collaborate within a very supportive environment where professional development is an essential aspect of our daily practice.
• Develop your career.
• Contribute to the creation of outstanding student experiences in learning for all.

If you believe that you have the energy, passion, resilience and drive to be part of our positive journey we would love to have you on our team. Visits to the School are welcomed and encouraged.

Please contact Jo Moloney, HR Manager, on 01908 682 289 or go to www.radcliffeschool.org.uk for more information about the post and an application form.

The deadline for applications is 9am on Tuesday 16 June 2026. Please note that the advert may be closed as soon as sufficient applications have been received.

Ofsted inspected our school in March 2025 and found that behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management and Sixth Form provision are all Good. The inspectors found that the school has high expectations of students’ behaviour and their attitudes to learning, all staff and governors share strong priorities, and the school is taking the right action to raise standards of achievement across the school. The inspection identified that students are proud of our school and its diversity, feel safe and supported, and have a strong sense of community.

The Radcliffe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post requires an enhanced DBS disclosure and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. We are an equal opportunities employer.

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.

About The Radcliffe School

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, None, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1210 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Radcliffe School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-radcliffe-school

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