Teacher of Science

Brockington College, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE19 4AQ

21 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  24 August 2026

• Closing date

  5 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  14 April 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS/UPS

Teacher of Science job summary

Brockington is a successful and popular 11–16 school with approximately 1,200 students on roll, serving the local communities of Enderby, Narborough, Huncote, Thurlaston and Croft, alongside a wider catchment. We are proud of our strong community links and the inclusive, values-driven culture that underpins our work.

We are seeking to appoint a full-time teacher of science to join the current team on a permanent basis, commencing August 2026, or sooner if possible. This is an essential appointment for the college as an 11-16 school and the successful candidate will be required to teach science across the age and ability range. Please refer to the science faculty summary within the application pack for an overview of this dynamic department. For any teacher wanting to join a department where they will feel supported, challenged and inspired, the Brockington science department is the perfect fit, and we welcome applications from all colleagues who believe in the ethos and vision of our school.

The appointment provides a fantastic opportunity for a suitably qualified candidate in a school that values its members of staff. Our members of staff are incredibly hard working and caring and we expect all employees to adopt these standards and support the values and ethos of the college, of which we are very proud.  

At Brockington, our vision is clear: “learning to live life to the full.” As a Church of England academy, this vision shapes all aspects of school life. Our most recent SIAMS inspection recognised the strength of this ethos, judging the school to be ‘excellent’. We are committed to ensuring that every student is known, supported and challenged to achieve their very best.

As part of Embrace Multi Academy Trust, we benefit from strong collaboration and support, alongside opportunities to engage in wider professional networks. This enables our staff to contribute to and benefit from both local and national developments in education. We are committed to developing our staff, creating a culture of professional trust, collaboration and continuous improvement. 

If you would like to apply for this post, please complete the application form and equal opportunities monitoring form. The closing date for applications is Tuesday 5 May 2026 at 9am. It is anticipated that interviews will take place shortly afterwards, with successfully shortlisted candidates informed by e-mail.

Find out more about this exciting opportunity by visiting our school website or viewing the documents below.

Applications will only be accepted on the form provided and CVs or other forms of application will not be considered.

The 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 post is considered to be regulated activity and as such subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check. Additionally, applicants are to be aware that an overseas criminal record check, or certificate of good behaviour, will be required before appointment, from candidates who have lived overseas for a period of three months (including aggregated time), aged 16 or over in the previous 10 years. References will be requested for all shortlisted applicants before interview.

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

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 Brockington College

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1199 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Brockington College website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/brockington-college-leicester

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