Teacher of Science

Deyes High School, Liverpool, Merseyside, L31 6DE

19 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  01 September 2026

• Closing date

  10 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  22 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual) MPS/UPS

Teacher of Science job summary

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and inspirational Teacher of Science who will engage, enable, and empower students in their learning. The successful candidate will be dynamic, creative, and ambitious, with a strong commitment to building a culture of trust and excellence within the classroom. This role focuses on delivering high-quality teaching that fosters curiosity, develops scientific knowledge and skills, and nurtures a strong sense of identity aligned with our school’s values.

Skills and Qualifications:

- A strong interest in science with the ability to inspire and engage secondary school students
- Good communication skills to effectively deliver lessons and interact with students, parents, and colleagues
- Ability to plan lessons that meet curriculum requirements for Key Stage 3
- Basic classroom management skills ensuring a positive learning environment
- Willingness to learn, adapt, and develop professionally within the teaching profession
- Relevant qualifications or training related to science or education are desirable but not essential
Values and Attitudes:
- Commitment to supporting every student’s progress regardless of background or ability
- Enthusiasm for working collaboratively as part of a team within the school community
- Patience, resilience, and dedication towards creating an inclusive classroom atmosphere
- A proactive approach towards continuous professional development
- Passionate about encouraging curiosity, critical thinking, and problem-solving among young learners

Why choose us?

At Deyes High School, you’ll be working within a welcoming and supportive team, with the ability to make a real difference. You will have the opportunity to work alongside committed teachers, to observe and share practice on a regular basis, developing pedagogy through reflection. We also offer access to opportunities for professional development.

Right to Work

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as the Trust does not hold a Skilled Worker sponsor licence.

Safeguarding Statement

Lydiate Learning Trust is strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS and other relevant checks with statutory bodies.

Posts at the Trust are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and any adult cautions or spent convictions that are not protected or defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) order 2020.

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 Deyes High School

• School type: Academies, Does not apply, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1355 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Deyes High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/deyes-high-school

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