Teacher of Science
Bishop Luffa School, Chichester, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 3HP19 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
13 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
25 March 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subjects
- Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Science
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPR/UPS
What skills and experience we're looking for
Thank you for your interest in the post of Teacher of Science at Bishop Luffa School.
Required from September 2026 we are seeking to appoint a dynamic and forward-thinking Teacher of Science, with the ability to teach chemistry to at least GCSE level, however, strong applications from candidates with any science specialism are encouraged. This role would suit an experienced teacher or equally, a strong ECT.
The successful applicant will be passionate about science and truly believe that it is the most important subject on the curriculum. The successful candidate will love the challenge of working with teenagers and committed to supporting them to be creative, reflective and resilient learners, and to make each child they teach into a scientist. They will share our aspiration to help realise the school's vision 'Always our best because everyone matters'.
All of our teachers are also tutors. We have a strong House system and we will be looking to recruit someone who will be an asset to the House that they join.
What the school offers its staff
Bishop Luffa School is a very special place to work. Our students are proud of their school and take part in an incredible number of extra-curricular activities, such as House Drama, the Sixth Form Fashion Show and Charity Week. We would like to hear from people who share our vision that we are here to show students ‘life in all its fullness’ and who firmly believe that learning extends beyond the classroom.
Bishop Luffa School is a fully comprehensive 11-18 Church School, which has been judged as Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted. I hope that we live our Christian values of love and respect, which all of our staff and students support, regardless of their beliefs.
Bishop Luffa School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a DBS check.
If you are able to inspire and motive students in order to help them achieve their full potential, we would welcome your application.
More detailed information is available in the information booklet and if you have any questions about the role please do not hesitate to get in touch. Our Head of Science is Mr Graham King (kingg@bishopluffa.org.uk)
Completed applications should be sent to Nicky Christopher, Head Teacher's PA (HeadsPA@bishopluffa.org.uk)
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Bishop Luffa School, Chichester
- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1579 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Bishop Luffa School, Chichester website
- Email address
- christophern@bishopluffa.org.uk
Church of England Secondary School
Arranging a visit to Bishop Luffa School, Chichester
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email christophern@bishopluffa.org.uk.
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