Teacher of Science – Mainscale / UPS
Oathall Community College, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 2AQ19 days remaining to apply
Start date details
May 2026
Closing date
28 January 2026 at 9am
Date listed
8 January 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time, part time
Contract type
- Fixed term - TBC - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- Mainscale / UPS
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint a passionate and talented Teacher of Science to join our thriving Science Faculty at Oathall Community College. This is a temporary maternity cover position starting in May 2026, with flexibility on the start date. The post is offered at 0.8 FTE, although full-time applications will also be considered. The length of the maternity cover contract is open. The successful candidate will be able to teach Science at Key Stage 3 and 4.
This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding ECT or an experienced practitioner to join a strong, successful, and supportive team within a high-performing and forward-thinking school.
What the school offers its staff
Oathall is an ambitious, forward thinking and growing 11-16 community college with over 1300 students. The school is characterised by our high expectations and an absolute commitment to raising standards and achievement for all. We are committed to Continuing Professional Learning through a strong training programme and work closely with our local federation schools.
Further information about the job
The Science team consists of 11 specialist teachers , supported by 5 technicians and a dedicated faculty assistant. The science teachers follow an enquiry and contextualised based approach to learning and the comprehensive schemes of work are continually reviewed to ensure the highest standards. Students achieve excellent exam results with all students completing a minimum of AQA Combined Science GCSE, or study for Triple Science as an accelerated programme. The faculty also offers GCSE Psychology, BTEC Health and Social Care and BTEC Animal Care as part of the KS4 options process
Science is accommodated in well-resourced, modern laboratories. The faculty has access to a suite of Chromebooks for student use, as well as a dedicated work areas for staff. Science teaching is well supported by technicians.
Commitment to safeguarding
Safeguarding: Oathall Community College and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.
Applying for the job
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About Oathall Community College
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1303 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Oathall Community College website
- Email address
- jobs@oathall.org
- Phone number
- 01444 414001
As Headteacher in the college I am committed to providing an excellent education for every child in our learning community.
Oathall College is very much a school at the heart of its community. The staff care passionately about the well-being of the children and are driven to ensure their educational experience is the best it can be. Our students are vibrant, enthusiastic learners and actively engage with the extensive range of opportunities available to them.
Our Federation of secondary schools work closely together to enhance development opportunities for staff and the educational experiences of the young people in the area. The professional development of all staff is a high priority at Oathall. We are constantly looking to improve and are focussed on becoming an outstanding school.
Successful applicants will join a team committed to securing the highest quality learning experiences so that all of our students receive an outstanding education. The team works tirelessly to nurture a creative learning environment with an emphasis on developing independent learners. Inspiring students to develop a love of learning, to aim high and to maximise their full potential will be at the heart of what you do.
Applicants will be dedicated, creative and talented with the ability to inspire others. They will model outstanding practice in the classroom and in all interactions with colleagues, parents and students. They will need the ability to work following their own initiative and also the skills to work closely in our Faculty teams.
You will find further information on our website, but please don’t hesitate to contact me if you wish to know anything further.
I look forward to welcoming you to Oathall.
Mr T Houghton
Headteacher
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