Teacher of Science

Kepier, Houghton le Spring, Tyne and Wear, DH4 5BH

25 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  9 February 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  15 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Science
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS

What skills and experience we're looking for

Science Teacher – Required September 2026

Are you a passionate and dynamic Science teacher looking for an opportunity to inspire and challenge learners? Due to the expansion of our school Kepier is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated practitioner to join our dedicated Science Department.

Whether you are an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking for an excellent support network or an experienced teacher seeking your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Kepier is a thriving and ambitious secondary school with a strong reputation for staff development and well-being. Our expansion reflects growing student numbers and exciting investment in modern, well-resourced teaching spaces, creating outstanding opportunities for both students and staff.

We have high expectations for learning and behaviour, supported by robust systems that allow teachers to focus on what they do best—teaching. In our most recent Ofsted inspection, “impeccable” was a word used to describe our learners’ behaviour, reflecting our commitment to a positive and respectful learning environment.

Why Join Kepier?

• A supportive and collaborative Science department

• Exceptional behaviour management systems, allowing you to focus on teaching

• High-quality CPD and clear career progression opportunities

• A welcoming, well-resourced working environment

• Strong leadership that values, supports, and invests in its staff

How to Apply

For an application form, job description, and person specification, please visit www.kepier.com.Completed application forms should be returned to recruitment@kepier.com by 12 pm (noon) on Monday 9th February 2026. Interviews are expected to take place the following week.

We truly appreciate the time and effort required to submit an application. If you’re excited about being part of a growing and forward-thinking school, we strongly encourage you to apply. We look forward to welcoming passionate educators to Kepier.

Kepier is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An online search of publicly available information will be undertaken for all shortlisted candidates. All school posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and are subject to an enhanced DBS check and other background vetting.

What the school offers its staff

Kepier is a dynamic Academy, firmly committed to staff development, with a highly regarded and supportive induction programme for ECTs.

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.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. As part of our due diligence and to comply with our obligations in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search of publicly available information will be undertaken for all shortlisted candidates. All School posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants will be subject to appropriate background checks and vetting including an enhanced DBS check and checks against the children’s barred list.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Upload additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Teacher of Science Advert Jan 26.pdf - 195 KB (opens in new tab)

Teacher of Science Person Specification Jan 2026.pdf - 76.3 KB (opens in new tab)

Teacher of Science Job Description January 2026.pdf - 132 KB (opens in new tab)

Teaching Staff Science Application Form (including Safer Rec Form) .pdf - 352 KB (opens in new tab)

About Kepier

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1144 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Kepier website
• Email address: recruitment@kepier.com
• Phone number: 01915128960
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/kepier

Kepier is an exciting place to teach. Our staff are friendly, supportive and dedicated. We follow an inspirational curriculum which helps to prepare our young people fully for the challenges of adult life.

Arranging a visit to Kepier

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@kepier.com.

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