30 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 January 2026

  • Closing date

    24 November 2025 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    24 October 2025

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5

Subjects

Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Science

Working pattern

Full time, part time

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

MPS to UPS

What skills and experience we're looking for

Join Our Inspiring Science Team at Collingwood College

Are you passionate about Science and eager to make a real impact in students' lives? Whether you're an experienced educator, an ECT, or returning to teaching after a career break, we warmly welcome your application to join our dynamic and supportive Science Department.

Position: Teacher of Science

Contract: Full-time or part-time

Start Date: January 2026

Applications from ECTs and returners to teaching are encouraged

At Collingwood College, our Science Department is thriving. With a team of 14 dedicated teachers and 6 experienced technicians, we deliver engaging, high-quality Science education from KS3 to A Level. Our curriculum includes Combined Science and Single Sciences at GCSE, and A Levels in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, plus the AAQ in Medical Sciences at KS5.

We pride ourselves on:

•High expectations and strong outcomes for all students

•Innovative teaching methods that spark curiosity and deepen understanding

•Tailored support for SEND and Pupil Premium students

•Stretch and challenge for gifted and talented learners

•Exciting enrichment opportunities, including Science Club, Crest Awards, Gardening Club, STEM trips, and our annual STEM Festival

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative team that values creativity, professional development, and student success. If you’re enthusiastic about Science and committed to inspiring the next generation, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a team that’s shaping the future of Science education.

If you would like more information or have any questions about the post please contact HR on 01276457600 or email hr@collingwood.surrey.sch.ukSuitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and Collingwood College reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.

Collingwood College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

What the school offers its staff

Why Join Collingwood College?

Collingwood College is a vibrant and inclusive secondary school committed to our core values of Achievement, Perseverance, Integrity, Inclusiveness, and Aspiration. We offer a supportive working environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on student outcomes.

Remuneration and Benefits

Collingwood College has its own generous pay scale and the financial package offered will be commensurate with the responsibilities of the post and the experience of the person appointed.

All new staff appointments are subject to verification of fitness to work, receipt of two satisfactory references, qualification verification, clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service at Enhanced level as well as other checks relevant to the role.

Access to other benefits including:

  • Outstanding facilities, including free on-site parking
  • BUPA Healthcare cash Plan
  • All Collingwood College teachers up to the age of 75 are eligible to belong to the Teacher’s Pension Scheme and will automatically become members unless they opt out. Further information can be found at www.teacherspensions.co.uk Member of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme
  • 24/7 Employee Assistant programme for staff and their families via our BUPA Healthcare Cash Plan
  • Green Commute Initiative (Cycle to Work)
  • Blue Light Card or Discount for Teachers
  • Flexible Special Leave of absence policy

Training and Development

At Collingwood we are committed to providing a well-structured staff development programme to enhance personal and team development. All new staff received the following training:

  • Collingwood College Company Induction
  • Safeguarding and Prevent Training
  • Mandatory and Compliance Training including Fire Awareness and Health and Safety at Work
  • Training linked directly to the job role, which may be delivered by other colleagues or external trainers

In addition, staff can have:

  • An opportunity to access other training as detailed in the termly training calendar
  • An opportunity to access training outside the college linked directly to your role or career aspirations
  • Other on-line training relevant to the role.

For New Qualified Teachers we have developed a specific training programme to support you through your induction year.

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.
Skilled Worker visas can 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

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 job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Upload additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

About Collingwood College

School type
Academy, ages 11 to 18
Education phase
Secondary
School size
1714 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 18
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
01276457600

Collingwood College is Surrey Heath’s first high-performing Academy. Collingwood is one of Surrey’s largest and most successful secondary schools for students aged 11-19. We have more than 1700 students, including a Sixth Form of well over 250 and 250 teaching and support staff, all of whom are dedicated to ensuring that all our students fulfil their potential and enjoy to the full their secondary education.

Arranging a visit to Collingwood College

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@collingwood.surrey.sch.uk.

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