Teacher of Science (Maternity cover)
Rainhill High School, Prescot, Merseyside, L35 6NY16 days remaining to apply
Job start date
2 November 2026
Closing date
9 October 2026 at 9am
Date listed
23 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subjects
- Biology, Science
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 hrs Full time Monday-Friday
Contract type
- Fixed term - Approx 3 terms - Maternity or parental leave cover
Full time equivalent salary
- £32,916 - £51,048 pa
Pay scale
- Pay scale: Teachers Main pay range 1 to Upper pay range 3
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you passionate about Science and you can deliver high-quality lessons and excellent outcomes for pupils?
We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, ambitious and inspirational Teacher of Science, with a biology specialism to join our high performing team. You will teach KS3 and KS4 Science, in a forward thinking school that values innovation, collaboration and professional growth.
This is a fixed term position offered on a full time contract, to cover a maternity leave from November 2026. Applications are welcome from both experienced and early career teachers.
The successful candidate will have the capacity to enthuse, engage and inspire our pupils through strong subject knowledge and have excellent interpersonal skills with a genuine commitment to teaching and the ability to develop our pupils’ love of learning in Science subjects.
Why Join Us?
- Fixed term, full-time role
- ‘Good’ Ofsted-rated school (2023) – Part of Stephenson MAT
- Supportive environment – Reduced workload, tech investment & career development
- Excellent partnerships – Hope University, Ambition Institute, Rainbow Teaching School Hub and more
As a member of Rainhill High School, we expect our staff to embody the following values and attitudes:
- Commitment to fostering a positive learning environment for students
- Dedication to continuous professional development
- Respect for diversity and inclusion within the school community
If you believe you have the skills and dedication to meet our standards, and be part of our pursuit of excellence, then we are the school for you.
Key Dates:
Apply by: 9am on Friday 9th October 2026
Interviews: Tuesday 13th October 2026 PM
Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school by calling 01744 677205.
For further information and to apply, please visit Vacancies | Rainhill High School or contact jobs@rainhillhigh.org.uk
Criteria;
Teaching and Qualifications
Qualified Teacher Status/ QTLS
Degree in related subject
Recent participation in relevant In-Service Training
Professional knowledge and understanding
Subject National Curriculum – All Key Stages
Assessment
Teaching and Learning strategies
Ability to teach subject to GCSE
Ability to teach subject to A-Level
Willingness to assist in delivery of extracurricular activities
An awareness of safeguarding children issues
Personal Skills and Attributes
Ability to understand and demonstrate commitment to equality and diversity
High level of communication and Interpersonal Skills
Personal motivation
Ability to motivate students
Excellent organisation and administration skills
Excellent ICT Skills
Work as part of a team
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosing & Barring Certificate and online searches as part of our Safer Recruitment & Selection procedures.
What the school offers its staff
Our school has a long and strong record of academic success and the destinations that our pupils move onto are strong. Our continued focus is on raising the aspirations, achievements and confidence of all our pupils to ensure they have the best life chances; that all of our pupils leave us ready to take on the world with conviction and self-assurance. We make no apologies for having the highest expectations of all our pupils.
Our curriculum is ambitious. Pupils are expected to work hard, and this is complemented by our excellent pastoral care, support and guidance. You will find the staff here are determined to support academic achievement but also provide a wide range of enrichment and extra-curricular activities both within and beyond the classroom, ranging from trips to New York to football teams in school; all of which are important in building the confidence, resilience and experiences of every child.
Our school’s mission is ‘In Pursuit of Excellence’ in everything that we do and our core values; Learn, Think, Contribute, Care, embody our determination to ensure that all our pupils receive a first-class education that enables them to take their place in society with confidence.
We are a popular and high achieving school on the edge of Merseyside with a very strong reputation locally and significantly oversubscribed.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Rainhill High School and Sixth Form is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people as well as promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion; where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued and expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share in this commitment.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosing & Barring Certificate and online searches as part of our Safer Recruitment & Selection Procedures.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Rainhill High School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 1535 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Website
- Rainhill High School website
- Email address
- jobs@rainhillhigh.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01744 677205
11-18 Mixed Academy 1534 on roll Rainhill High School is a co-educational secondary school and sixth form centre located in Rainhill, Merseyside, England. The school converted to an academy under Rainhill Learning Village in March 2017. More recently, the school has become part of the Stephenson MAT and was graded as ‘Good’ by Ofsted in February 2023. The Academy is working hard to make a difference to staff workloads by investing time, technology, and support to make Rainhill High School and Rainhill Sixth an attractive place to work. Our vision is one of excellence for everyone, pupils and staff. We believe that by working together we can make a positive difference to children’s lives. Stephenson Trust is currently a single school in a multi academy trust. We have several external partners, including Hope University, Ambition Institute, SSAT, Rainbow teaching school hub and the educational endowment fund. We are now seeking to expand in the next couple of years with those who share our desire to provide an excellent education
Arranging a visit to Rainhill High School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jobs@rainhillhigh.org.uk.
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