Teacher of Science
City Heights E-ACT Academy, London, SW2 3PW14 days remaining to apply
Start date details
1 January 2026
Closing date
24 November 2025 at 9am
Date listed
4 November 2025
Job details
Job role
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Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £40,317.00 - £52,300.00 Annually (Actual) M1-M6 (Inner London)
Teacher of Science job summary
Job Title: Teacher of Science
E-ACT City Heights Academy | Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders
AT E-ACT City Heights Academy our mission is to develop tomorrow's leaders by developing compassionate, articulate individuals ready for the challenges of university or a fulfilling career. In the heart of our vibrant community, our academy vision is the driving force behind everything we do, and it is deeply rooted in our values.
We are maintaining an unwavering commitment to meet the highest standards in all aspects of our academy life. From academics to behaviour, attitude, uniform, or attendance. Put simply, we strive for the best outcomes for our students.
If you are a dedicated professional who shares our commitment to these values and believes in shaping tomorrow's leaders, we invite you to be a part of E-ACT City Heights Academy. Join us in making a difference and inspiring excellence in every student we serve.
Join us in Opening Minds, Opening Doors!
Are you ready to join a vibrant educational community where every child is empowered to flourish and every colleague is supported to thrive? At our academy, we are passionate about developing the whole child through a nurturing, inclusive, and ambitious culture. With a strong people-first ethos, we invest in our staff just as much as our pupils, recognising that great teaching starts with great support. If you're driven by purpose and want to make a lasting impact, we would love to welcome you.
We are looking for a Teacher of Science
Key responsibilities:
- Setting high expectations of all learners to ensure they achieve their full educational potential
- Planning challenging lessons and adapting teaching to meet the needs of all students
- Having the knowledge of a range of approaches to assessment and using this to identify and address misconceptions as they arise, responding in real time
- Collaborating with colleagues in the science department and across the school to ensure students achieve the best outcomes possible
- Knowing how to identify and support learners affected by changes or difficulties in their personal circumstances
Pay range: M1 - M6 Inner London £40317 - £52300
Qualifications and Skills:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Proven experience in delivering outstanding teaching and learning.
- Passion for creating an inclusive and inspiring learning environment.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to the academy’s values and ethos.
What are we about?
Join a trust that is going places!
At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our ‘Opening Minds, Opening Doors’ strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard.
We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.
With 38 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don’t just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.
Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk
Benefits:
Financial and Lifestyle
We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.
Professional Growth and Development
We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.
Culture and Wellbeing
Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.
Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.
How to apply:
Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application.
E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Further information about the job
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About City Heights E-ACT Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 473 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- City Heights E-ACT Academy website
E-ACT City Heights Academy | Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders
AT E-ACT City Heights Academy our mission is to develop tomorrow's leaders by developing compassionate, articulate individuals ready for the challenges of university or a fulfilling career. In the heart of our vibrant community, our academy vision is the driving force behind everything we do, and it is deeply rooted in our values.
We are maintaining an unwavering commitment to meet the highest standards in all aspects of our academy life. From academics to behaviour, attitude, uniform, or attendance. Put simply, we strive for the best outcomes for our students.
If you are a dedicated professional who shares our commitment to these values and believes in shaping tomorrow's leaders, we invite you to be a part of E-ACT City Heights Academy. Join us in making a difference and inspiring excellence in every student we serve.
Take a look: https://cityheightsacademy.e-act.org.uk
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