Teacher of Science (maternity cover)

Oasis Academy Leesbrook, Oldham, Lancashire, OL4 5JE

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  23 February 2026

• Closing date

  28 January 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  14 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS/UPS

Teacher of Science (maternity cover) job summary

Inspire Curiosity. Shape Futures. Join Oasis Academy Leesbrook as a Teacher of Science.

We’re looking for a passionate Teacher of Science to join our team on a part-time maternity cover starting February. You’ll teach across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, helping every student unlock their potential in a school that values excellence, professional growth, and community impact.

Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted in January 2023, we provide a research-informed, knowledge-rich curriculum supported by digital innovation through the Oasis Horizons iPad scheme. Beyond the classroom, we’re a true community hub, offering extended services to local families.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified
  Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent


• Relevant
  subject qualifications (e.g., BSc in Science or related discipline)


• Ability
  to deliver high-quality Science lessons across Biology, Chemistry, and
  Physics


• Strong
  understanding of curriculum and assessment requirements


• Enthusiasm
  and commitment to helping all learners progress and achieve

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join a school where you can thrive and inspire.

 

 

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

OCL is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment & to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks. Oasis Academies exists to provide a rich and balanced educational environment which caters for the whole person. Our task is to serve our learners as well as to provide a learning hub for the entire community. In this way we will raise aspirations, unlock potential & work to achieve excellence through encouraging a ‘can do’ culture which nurtures confident & competent people.

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 Oasis Academy Leesbrook

• School type: Free School, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1254 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Oasis Academy Leesbrook website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/oasis-academy-leesbrook

Our Academy opened in September 2018 with 230 students across year groups 7 and 8 and has grown year on year. Currently, we have 1,118 students on roll. We are an Ofsted rated ‘Good’ school and a school of choice within Oldham. At Oasis Academy Leesbrook, we pride ourselves on having a staff body who are committed and dedicated, going above and beyond to serve our children and community.

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