Teacher of Science

Arrow Vale High School, Redditch, B98 0GF

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  6 February 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  23 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (Actual) MPS

Teacher of Science job summary

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and ambitious Teacher of Science at Arrow Vale.

As a school, we received an ‘Outstanding’ grade in all categories from Ofsted in 2014, 2018 and have maintained this standard in our most recent inspection in 2024. We would like to offer you the chance to work alongside a dedicated, friendly and hardworking Science department, highlighted in the most recent Ofsted inspection ‘outcomes in Science are exceptionally high because of the high quality of leadership and training’.

The Science department currently offers GCSE qualifications in Combined and Separate Science awards (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) and also offers ‘A’ Levels in Biology, Chemistry and Physics, along with Level 3 AAQ Applied Science. The ability to teach Key Stage 5 would be desirable. Results for the past 3 years have been strong at both GCSE and A Level.

As a previously designated National Teaching School, leading on staff development and initial teacher training, we offer clear opportunities for personal and professional development. We have a range of pathways and programmes tailored to the needs of staff at various levels of their career. These include a Middle Leader Programme as well as a Senior Leader Development Programme. Applications are also welcome from ECT's.

Interested candidates who wish to have an informal conversation about this role are welcome to contact Sam Lal - DLS Science: slal@arrowvale.crst.org.uk

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

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 Arrow Vale High School

• School type: Academy, ages 13 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 856 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 13 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Arrow Vale High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/arrow-vale-rsa-academy

Outstanding Ofsted rating, excellent CPD opportunities and highly experienced and supportive departments - just some of the reasons why RSA Academy Arrow Vale is the place to work...

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