Teacher of Science

Ellesmere Park High School, Manchester, M30 9BP

19 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  11 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  22 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• 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

Salary: UPS/MPS
Contract: Permeant, Full Time
Start date: September 2026

Join a School That Is Vibrant, Inclusive and Proud

Ellesmere Park High School is a thriving and inclusive school at the heart of the Eccles and Monton community in Salford. As our motto proudly states, we are Vibrant, Inclusive and Proud — a school where both students and staff feel valued, supported, and inspired to be the very best they can be.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, committed and inspiring Teacher of Science to join our successful Science department. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a welcoming and high-performing school community that places student success, staff wellbeing, and professional development at the centre of everything we do.

Why Join Ellesmere Park?

At Ellesmere Park, relationships matter. Our staff and students work together in a warm, respectful and ambitious environment where everyone is encouraged to thrive.

We offer:

• A caring and highly supportive school community
• Motivated, respectful and engaged students
• A strong culture of collaboration and teamwork
• Excellent CPD and professional learning opportunities
• Access to trust-wide networks across Consilium Academies
• A genuine commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• Opportunities to contribute to a vibrant extra-curricular programme

As our Principal says, “This is a great place to work.”

About the Role

As Teacher of Science, you will:

• Deliver high-quality Science lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Inspire curiosity, enquiry and a love of learning
• Plan engaging lessons that support strong student progress
• Use effective assessment strategies to monitor achievement
• Create a positive and safe classroom environment
• Support students academically, socially and emotionally
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, including enrichment and pastoral support

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree
• Has excellent subject knowledge in Science
• Can teach across KS3 and GCSE level
• Is passionate about raising achievement for all students
• Has high expectations of behaviour and progress
• Works effectively as part of a team
• Is committed to inclusive education and student wellbeing
• Brings energy, enthusiasm and creativity to the classroom

Applications are welcome from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers.

About Our School

Ellesmere Park High School is a popular and oversubscribed school with 812 students on roll, serving the Eccles and Monton areas of Salford.

We are proud of our:

• Inclusive ethos
• ambitious curriculum
• strong SEND provision
• excellent student relationships
• broad enrichment opportunities
• positive culture for staff and students alike

As part of Consilium Academies, you will benefit from being part of a successful trust committed to Excellence, Equality and Integrity.

Safeguarding

Consilium Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Applications and Information

For further information about the role please see attached recruitment pack including, job description and person specification.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to arrange a visit to Ellesmere Park High School, please contact hayley.silcock@consilium-at.com

Closing date for applications is Monday 11th May 2026

Interviews will take place on a date to be arranged.

Please ensure that within your application you provide the names, addresses, and contact details for two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer.

We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our commitment to excellence in education!

Consilium Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.

The Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, the Public Sector fluency duty requires state funded schools to ensure candidates for their customer facing roles have the necessary standard of spoken English.

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.

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 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 Ellesmere Park High School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 798 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Ellesmere Park High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/ellesmere-park-high-school-manchester

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