Teacher of Science

King's Leadership Academy Wavertree, Liverpool, L13 1HD

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2026

• Closing date

  17 October 2025 at 1pm

• Date listed

  3 October 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• 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

The Great Schools Trust are further expanding our existing pioneering team at seeking at King’s Leadership Academy Wavertree. We are looking for a specialist Teacher of Science who is able to join us this January 2026.

This is not just another teaching job; this is a once-in-a-career opportunity to be part of something truly special. King’s Wavertree is a brand-new school, opened in September 2025, a blank canvas where passionate educators can shape the culture, the curriculum and the lives of young people from day one.

Wavertree, like many areas in Liverpool, faces significant challenges. Liverpool is ranked as the third most deprived local authority in England, with 32.3% of children living in low-income families, compared to the national average of 20.1%. Many young people in this community face barriers to success - but you can be part of the team that changes their future.

King’s Wavertree is part of Great Schools Trust, ranked No. 2 nationally for most improved multi-academy trust. Our schools don’t just deliver academic excellence - they transform lives. We are relentless in our focus on people and wellbeing, ensuring that staff are supported, developed and valued. With dedicated weekly CPD time, access to leading leadership programmes and a trust-wide commitment to work-life balance, this is a place where both students and teachers thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the Science curriculum from the ground up, working with a dynamic team dedicated to academic excellence and character development. Our ASPIRE Values - Achievement, Aspiration, Self-awareness, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Endeavour - underpin everything we do.

Why Join Us?

• Reduce workload with our AI-powered assessment platform, freeing up time for impactful teaching
• Comprehensive CPD with weekly professional development and leadership link meetings
• State-of-the-art facilities, with input into the design of our new school building
• Career growth opportunities within a thriving multi-academy trust
• Excellent benefits, including a competitive salary, pension scheme, BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, and flexible working options

Who We Are Looking For

We want an inspirational Science teacher with:

• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for Science learning.
• The ability to engage and motivate students.
• High expectations for academic achievement and personal development.
• Applicants must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) obtained through a UK initial teacher training route, such as a PGCE, or be eligible for QTS through the Department for Education recognition process.

Be part of something extraordinary. Apply today and help us shape the future of education!

Interested in joining our founding team? Meet with our Principal, Ben Barker, and tour our wonderful academy by contacting Louise Livingston - l.livingston@kingswavertree.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of being at the heart of an educational movement, of building a school that embodies excellence and ambition from the ground up, this is your moment. Join the Great Schools Trust, and let’s create something remarkable together.

Safeguarding Commitment

King’s Leadership Academy Wavertree is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and vetting procedures as outlined in our safer recruitment policy.

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 King's Leadership Academy Wavertree

• School type: Free School, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: No information available
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: King's Leadership Academy Wavertree website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/king-s-leadership-academy-wavertree

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