Teacher of Science

The Wavell School, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 6BH

13 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  29 January 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  16 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
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Full time: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPR/UPR

What skills and experience we're looking for

Science isa highly successfulsubject at The Wavell School. Results are well above the national average with over 80% of students gaining at least two standard passes inScienceand with 30% of students studying three separate Sciences.  The Science Faculty occupies seven modern laboratories with a preparation room, staffroomand resources areas. The team is ably supported by highly experienced technicians. There isa very strongand supportive team spirit.

We are looking to appoint adynamicclassroom practitioner who:

• has excellent subject knowledge

• is resilient and resourceful

• sets a high standard and who inspires students to meet this

• makes learning exciting, leading tohigh levelsof engagementand exam success

• thrives within a team and who enjoys collaborative working

• ideally can teach all Science subjects through to GCSE, although there can be some specialism at KS4 (all considered)

What the school offers its staff

We are an innovativeschool, highly regarded in the local community, and we are excited to invitepassionateteachersto join our team. Our commitment to excellence isevidentin oursuperbacademic outcomes, which continue to soar, having achieved record-breaking results in recent years. Our exceptional culture and behaviour foster a positive learning environment, where mutual respect andhigh expectationsenable every student to flourish.Click here to see what our staff have to say about us:LINK TO VIDEO

Wewillprovide:

• exceptional culture and behaviour

• a supportive and welcoming professional environment

• a relentless focus on staff wellbeing

• regularopportunities forcontinuingprofessional developmentincluding programmes into Leadership

• structured support forECTs and trainees, to help you settle and thrive in your new career

• professional challenge, withprofessional development opportunities for potentialleaders of the future

• Access to Health Assured

We welcome visits from potential applicants

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

This school is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
In our school we are committed to securing genuine equality of opportunity, whether required by law or not, in all aspects of our activities as an employer and service provider. This commitment is based on our belief in the broad principles of social justice and our aim is to provide services and employment on a fair and equitable basis.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Upload additional documents

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

Recruitment Pack - Science Teacher (2).pdf - 1.12 MB (opens in new tab)

Job Description - Teacher of Science - DEC 2025.pdf - 176 KB (opens in new tab)

Science Advert - Jan 2026.pdf - 152 KB (opens in new tab)

About The Wavell School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1029 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Wavell School website
• Email address: kirsty.potter@wavell.hants.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01252 341256
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-wavell-school

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Arranging a visit to The Wavell School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email kirsty.potter@wavell.hants.sch.uk.

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