Teacher of Science
Leigh Academy Minster, Sheerness, ME12 3JQ7 days remaining to apply
Closing date
7 April 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
27 March 2025
Job details
Job role
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Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS based on experience + £2,000 recruitment bonus for the right candidate
Additional allowances
MPS/UPS based on experience + £2,000 recruitment bonus for the right candidate
What skills and experience we're looking for
We know that exceptional Science practitioners are in high demand which is why we are offering a recruitment and retention bonus of £2,000 for the right candidate (£1,000 payable upon joining, and £1,000 payable after 1 year's service).
Pleaseclick hereto view our Recruitment Brochure.
Do you have a passion for science and a drive to inspire young minds? Leigh Academy Minster is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicatedTeacher of Scienceto join our exceptional team, where we aim to spark curiosity, ignite critical thinking, and equip students with the skills they need to thrive in an ever-evolving world.
Whether you’re an experienced teacher or a driven Early Career Teacher (ECT) eager to make your mark, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking academy that values innovation, creativity, and academic excellence.
As a Teacher of Science, you will play a vital role in equipping students with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in today's rapidly evolving scientific landscape. From biology and chemistry to physics and environmental science, you'll lead dynamic and engaging lessons that inspire curiosity and foster analytical thinking.
At Leigh Academy Minster, we pride ourselves on fostering acollaborative and supportive environment. Our staff work closely together, sharing best practices and learning from one another, ensuring that everyone is able to develop and thrive in their careers. Whether you’re starting your teaching journey or looking for a new challenge, we will provide you with the ongoingprofessional developmentand support you need to grow.
Why Leigh Academy Minster?
- A permanent position offering MPS/UPS salary, based on experience
- TLR opportunitiesfor the right candidate, allowing you to take on additional responsibility
- Access tocutting-edge facilities, technology, and teaching resources
- A school culture that championscreativity,innovation, andteamwork
- Asupportiveandforward-thinkingleadership team dedicated to your success
If you're ready to shape the minds of future scientists and be part of an academy that putspassion for learningat its core, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and start your exciting journey with us at Leigh Academy Minster!
This is a permanent position offering MPS/UPS, commensurate with experience. For the right candidate, we can offer further responsibility within the department which will be rewarded with a TLR.
Do you know a great teacher who would like to hear about opportunities with Leigh Academies Trust? If so, make a referral today for the chance to receive £100 as a 'thank you'. Simply complete the referral form by clicking here. T&Cs apply.
What the school offers its staff
Being part of Leigh Academies Trust
As of 1st September 2024, our Trust comprises 33 geographically organised academies (17 secondaries, 14 primaries and 2 special) educating more than 24,000 students and employing 4,000 talented staff. Currently, 16 of our academies are considered to be “Outstanding” which is 53% of those which have been inspected whilst part of the Trust. The Trust is establishing three ‘clusters’ of academies: LAT Central; LAT West; LAT North. In addition, the Trust is responsible for one of the region’s biggest initial teaching training organisations, a large teaching school hub and is an accredited apprenticeship provider.Our future plans are found in our Vision 2030 document available on our website.
As part of Leigh Academies Trust, you will have ample opportunity to collaborate with your peers both within the academy and across the whole Trust. This is an important part of our vision as we know through experience that we perform better when we work together. You are supported to undertake regular self-development to continue your professional development and hopefully progress further within the organisation.
Click here to view the benefits available to all LAT employees from day one.
Our commitment to safeguarding: Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Our commitment to equality and diversity: As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.
Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.Not quite the opportunity for you, but would like to stay in touch? Join our Talent Network byclicking here.
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
Additional documents
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About Leigh Academy Minster
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- Up to 1150 pupils
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- isabelle.cochrane@latrust.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01634 412 258
Arranging a visit to Leigh Academy Minster
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email isabelle.cochrane@latrust.org.uk.
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