Teacher of Science

Southfield School for Girls, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 6HE

10 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027

• Closing date

  19 October 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  9 October 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (815)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: MPS/UPS

Teacher of Science job summary

TEACHER OF SCIENCE

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, highly motivated and innovative Teacher of Science, any specialism, to complement our knowledgeable team.

The Science department has a history of sustained outstanding performance outcomes. Students are able to take the three sciences separately at GCSE as well as the three science A levels. We also offer the human biology L3 course too. The successful candidate will join a supportive and collaborative science department made up of specialist science teachers in each of the three science disciplines.

Southfield is an exceptional girls’ school with a mixed Sixth Form. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of our ongoing journey of expansion and development. The school was accredited as World Class in July 2021 and as such, we are committed to providing a world-class education for every student through a well-designed and balanced curriculum. Our most recent Ofsted inspection identified our personal development and sixth form as outstanding.

Every member of the staff is involved in a variety of professional learning programmes that take place every Wednesday across the academic year.

We have also implemented a bespoke leadership programme enabling staff to develop their knowledge and understanding of leadership. This has provided a number of promotional opportunities for staff within the school and wherever possible, we will promote from within our school.

Why join us:

• We offer additional 5% PPA, which full time staff may wish to block as a working from home day;
• PPA can be taken offsite;
• Healthcare scheme for staff members and their families;
• Automatic progression through pay points;
• Extensive Continuous Professional Development;
• An in-house Leadership Development Programme;
• Career progression opportunities;
• Competitive pension;
• Free parking;
• Cycle to Work Scheme;
• Discounts on holidays and retailers;
• Long service awards and social events;

The position will start in January 2027, with the possibility to start sooner if the candidate is available. Applications from ECTs are welcomed as are applicants wanting part time working.

To apply for this role, please visit https://mynewterm.com/jobs/136976/EDV-2026-SSG-03998

Closing date for applications is at 9am Monday, 19th October 2026, with interviews following later in the week.

If this role attracts sufficient interest before closing date, we may decide to interview this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised. If you want more info about the role, please contact us at recruitment@orbismat.com or 01536 513063.

We recognise that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools when preparing their application. The Trust does not prohibit the use of AI; however, any use must be appropriate and must not undermine the principles of safer recruitment, as set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (Part 3). Applications must be an honest and accurate reflection of your own experience, skills, values, and suitability to work with children and young people. Our recruitment processes are designed to assess personal suitability, integrity, and safeguarding understanding. Any inconsistencies between application information, references, and interview responses may be explored further. Providing misleading or misrepresented information may result in an application being withdrawn or an offer of employment being rescinded.

Orbis Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undergo enhanced DBS clearance and appropriate checks in line with KCSIE and safer recruitment guidelines. The school is committed to Equal Opportunities in Employment.

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

Southfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This means that we have a Child Protection Policy and procedures in place which we refer to in our prospectus. All staff (including supply staff, volunteers and governors) must ensure that they are aware of these procedures. Parents and carers are welcome to read the policy and other related policies to be found in the statutory information section.

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 Southfield School for Girls

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1111 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Southfield School for Girls website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/southfield-school-for-girls

Southfield School for Girls is a high performing girls school that admits boys to the sixth form.
Consistently in the top 5% in the country for Progress 8 scores we offer a rounded education where the 'whole' student is a top priority and academic excellence is matched by high quality pastoral care and excellent opportunities for every student to be outstanding both in and out of school.
A licensed DofE provider - we live what we teach.

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