Teacher of Science

Pendle Vale College, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 8LF

10 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP/September 2026

• Closing date

  15 June 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  5 June 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual) MPS/UPS

Teacher of Science job summary

TEACHER OF SCIENCE

MPS/UPS

Required as soon as possible/September 2026
Temporary

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious, dynamic and inspirational teacher of science to join a successful and dynamic Curriculum Area. This post is suitable for an experienced Teacher or an ECT. This is a temporary position covering staff absence. The contract will initially run from September (or sooner) to December, or until the substantive post holder returns, whichever is sooner. However, there is potential for the contract to be extended beyond December or to continue until the post holder's return, depending on circumstances.

We are looking for an effective and enthusiastic classroom teacher who can teach the Science National Curriculum at KS3 and at KS4 who will be able to complement our dedicated team of outstanding practitioners. The successful applicant will be prepared to participate in and contribute to the exciting developments in Learning and Teaching that are taking place at Pendle Vale College.

We are an ambitious school and can offer:

Excellent resources

Excellent support and professional development opportunities

Friendly staff

Excellent IT facilities.

We are seeking:

A passionate, dedicated teacher who can stimulate curiosity, interest, and enjoyment in science

Creative teaching skills and a professional approach

High expectations of students and the determination to raise student achievement

Team skills

Pendle Vale College has a good location, situated just five minutes from the M65. It is a quiet and efficient commute from the larger towns and cities of Manchester, Preston, Bradford and Huddersfield, it is also in close proximity to the smaller rural communities for Pendle, Colne and Skipton. Nelson is under an hour away from the Lake District and North Yorkshire Moors.

For an informal discussion on this post, please contact Mrs. Laura Butler, Director of Learning Habits and Curriculum leader of Science on 01282 682240 or alternatively via email l.butler@pendlevale.lancs.sch.uk

Closing date for applications - Monday 15 June 2026

Interviews - TBC

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.

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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 Pendle Vale College

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, Does not apply, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1042 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Pendle Vale College website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/pendle-vale-college

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