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Teacher of Science (fixed-term initially to 31st August 2026)

Robert May's School, Hook, Hampshire, RG29 1NA

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• Job start date

  1 January 2026

• Closing date

  31 August 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  31 July 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subjects: Mathematics, Science
• Working pattern: Full time, part time (Can be done as a job share): Full time or part time hours available.
• Contract type: Fixed term - Two terms initially
• Full-time equivalent salary: Between £32,916 and £51,047

What skills and experience we're looking for

At Robert May's School, we are looking for a teacher who:

• Has excellent subject knowledge and strong teaching skills.
• Is able to build positive relationships with all learners and is committed to raising attainment of all students.
• Will work collaboratively within the Science team to contribute to the success of the department.
• Is willing to commit to extracurricular activities that add value to the school and local community.
• Is able to respond positively and creatively to the changing expectations of the subject.

What the school offers its staff

We offer a welcoming, caring and supportive working environment and high priority is given to the wellbeing of our staff and students. We also offer:

• Excellent support from an experienced, committed and welcoming subject specialist team and fantastic opportunities for continued professional development: we have a comprehensive CPD programme for teachers at all career stages including preparation for middle and senior leadership.
• Fantastic students who are well behaved and who want to learn and supportive families who value education. Consistently excellent student attainment and progress.
• Continual collaboration and sharing of resources to reduce workload and improve provision for students. PDL (also known as PSHE) is delivered by a specialist team leaving tutors to focus on character and pastoral development.
• Effective systems and processes to support teacher workload and wellbeing such as centralised detentions, streamlined reporting and assessment systems and online parents' evenings. Very effective systems and resources are in place to support learning and manage behaviour in the classroom.
• Excellent facilities and resources: all teaching staff are provided with a high spec laptop and touch screens in classrooms. Digital learning is fully embedded using a Google platform in Years 7 and 8 and is being rolled out to all years with laptops for students. Significant investment has been made in facilities including recent upgrades to lighting, heating and windows and all subject areas have their own office and facilities.
• A wellbeing day per academic year and an active Staff Wellbeing Committee with numerous enrichment activities on offer.
• A full programme of trips and visits, giving you the chance to share in making positive memories with students.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and 24-hour virtual GP service for you family members.

Flexible working opportunities

• All requests for flexible working will be considered.

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.

Skilled Worker visas can 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.

You will be joining a successful and supportive department teaching across the age and attainment range at both Key Stage 3 and 4 in an environment where students are well behaved and keen to do well. Applications from Early Career Teachers or experienced teachers are encouraged and a comprehensive induction and support package would be available if appropriate.

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.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Robert May's School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1319 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Robert May's School website
• Email address: lisa.shackleton@rmays.com
• Phone number: 01256 702700
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/robert-may-s-school

Robert May’s School, which dates from 1694, is a high attaining and oversubscribed 11-16 Academy school with a distinctive ethos based on the charitable principles of our founder.

Arranging a visit to Robert May's School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email lisa.shackleton@rmays.com.

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