Teacher of Science

Joseph Leckie Academy, Walsall, West Midlands, WS5 4PG

12 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  1st January 2026 or sooner if possible

• Closing date

  8 October 2025 at 10am

• Date listed

  25 September 2025

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 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual) MPS/UPS*

Teacher of Science job summary

• Are you passionate about teaching Science?

• Do you have the drive, determination and ambition to be an excellent teacher of Science?

• Are you committed to making a difference to the lives of young people in Walsall?

Joseph Leckie Academy are seeking to appoint an inspiring and enthusiastic classroom teacher to join our dynamic and expanding Science department. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher or an early career teacher (ECT), looking to start your career or expand your experience; our warm, inclusive and dynamic Academy is the place for you.

The Science Faculty is comprised of a large team of experienced teachers and middle leaders, including a Head of Faculty, Key Stage Leaders, Lead Practitioner, teaching assistants and technicians, all who offer a wealth of support and professional advice to staff at all levels. There are 13 specialist laboratories for practical lessons, as well as access to computer rooms for vocational coursework. We are passionate about promoting STEM subjects and, as such, offer AQA Trilogy Combined Science and AQA Separate Science, Pearson BTEC Level 3 Applied Science and all three A-Level disciplines, with the hope to begin offering AAQs in 2026.

As rated “Good” in all areas by Ofsted, our diverse curriculum has something for everyone, with extra guidance for those requiring additional support as we continue to strive for excellence. We are extremely proud of the achievements of our students and staff. If you believe that you have the passion, skills and abilities to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

You will have/show:

• QTS or equivalent and an honours degree in Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

• Practical skills and expertise as outlined in the Job description.

• A passion and vision for working with students in their personal, social and emotional needs as well as their academic development.

• The ability to motivate and inspire students.

• Experience of delivering GCSE Combined Science and/or Separate Science is essential and preferably also Single Science in at least one of the specialist areas, though it is expected you will teach all three areas.

• The ability to teach A Level in one of the three areas or BTEC Applied Science at KS5 is highly desirable.

• The passion to enrich the lives of our students and contribute to the development of Cultural Capital to enhance the life opportunities for our students.

• A clear understanding of the importance of Safeguarding.

We can offer you:

• Friendly and supportive staff across the Academy.

• Teaching in your subject specialism area.

• Professional development opportunities, including both internal and external programmes and a well-established and supportive Induction programme for all staff at all levels including ECT’s.

• SSAT Teaching and Learning training as a TEEP ambassador School with Level 3 trainers.

• Excellent facilities and comprehensive staff benefits including; staff social events, access to onsite fitness gym, Academy Counsellor, Academy Nurse, Well-being Coordinator for staff, monthly staff breakfasts, employee assistance programme and much more.

• An expanding Academy and newly established Multi-Academy Trust at the forefront of change and growth, with high standards and an ambitious desire to improve education in Walsall.

• A highly dedicated and committed team of Senior Leaders, Lead Practitioners, Middle Leaders and Pastoral Leaders supporting at all levels.

• * A recruitment payment may be awarded for the successful candidate with the right experience(s) in line with the Academy’s Pay Policy.

Please see the attached job description for further details. For more information about the academy, role and requirements click on the links below.

Application process:

Please complete a Joseph Leckie application form. Please see the attached job description and person specification and address this in your letter, as well as answering the following question:

Explain how your experience, skills and qualities to date have prepared you for this role.

We welcome visits to the Academy, please contact Mrs A Morgan (a.morgan@josephleckieacademy.co.uk) to arrange a visit.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 8th October 2025 at 9am

Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 13th October 2025

Please send completed applications to Mrs A Morgan at recruitment@josephleckieacademy.co.uk

Please note that CVs or incomplete application forms will not be considered. All other applications will be considered, however, only those who are shortlisted will be contacted.

Joseph Leckie Academy reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the deadline.

Joseph Leckie Academy is an equal opportunities employer and fully committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of students and all candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Telephone: 01922 721071

E-mail: Recruitment@josephleckieacademy.co.uk

Visit the Academy Website: https://www.josephleckieacademy.co.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 Joseph Leckie Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1520 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Joseph Leckie Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/joseph-leckie-academy

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