Teacher of Science / Second in Science

St Mary's Catholic School, Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 2NQ

16 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  20 March 2026 at 10am

• Date listed

  4 March 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: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £34,398.00 - £58,361.00 Annually (FTE) MPS/UPS (Outer Fringe) (£34,398 - £52,490 FTE) - Full Time – TLR 2 opportunity

Teacher of Science / Second in Science job summary

Teacher of Science / Second in Science

MPS/UPS (Fringe) (£34,398 - £52,490 FTE) - Full Time - (plus £5,871 TLR 2 opportunity)

We seek applications from those of the Catholic faith, all faiths and of no faith but who are supportive of our Christian values and ethos.

Required September 2026

St Mary’s Catholic School are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Science Teacher / Second in Science to join our thriving Science Department. You will teach across KS3 to KS5 in our modern, well‑equipped science classrooms.

This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire students, foster a love of science, and support learners in achieving and exceeding expectations. This role is suitable for an experienced teacher (with the possibility of a TLR 2 as second in science for the right candidate).

We welcome applications from individuals who can demonstrate:

Strong subject knowledge and a genuine passion for science, with the ability to communicate this effectively to students.

Proven skills and experience in leading, or significantly supporting leadership within a science department, or equivalent relevant responsibilities that show readiness to take on a leadership role.

The ability to inspire, challenge, and support students, fostering a positive, inclusive, and aspirational learning environment.

A commitment to high standards of teaching and learning, ensuring all students—whatever their background or starting point—are supported to achieve their full potential.

A reflective, proactive, and enthusiastic approach to professional development, with the ability to contribute positively to departmental and whole‑school improvement.

Why Join Us?

St Mary’s is a proud member of the St Francis of Assisi Catholic Academy Trust, a family of nine Catholic schools committed to building supportive communities, championing individuality, and upholding high expectations for all pupils. You will be part of a collaborative and dedicated team within a school that benefits from high‑quality facilities and resources, experienced, supportive, and innovative colleagues, well‑behaved, motivated, and eager‑to‑learn students, supportive parents and a positive school community. We offer opportunities for career progression and a potential TLR for the right candidate.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS disclosure is required for all successful applicants. St Mary’s is committed to the equality of opportunity for all applicants, and we reserve the right to interview on a rolling basis, and close the application deadline early, therefore an early application is advisable.

Apply in writing using the forms available on MyNewTerm (preferred) or the forms available on our website www.stmarys.net: Teacher Application Form, Consent to Obtain References Form, Rehabilitation of Offenders Form & Recruitment Monitoring Form. Applicants are reminded that they should read the Notes to Applicants before completing an application. Please note only applications on St Mary’s forms will be accepted. Please contact Deirdre McHugh, Headteacher d.mchugh@stmarys.net or Recruitment@stmarys.net to submit an application or for more information.

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

St Mary’s Catholic School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will require an enhanced disclosure from the DBS.

Our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is Miss Deirdre McHugh, Headteacher

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 St Mary's Catholic School

• School type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1121 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St Mary's Catholic School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-mary-s-catholic-school-bishop-s-stortford

St. Mary’s has a strong tradition of providing an authentic education which aims to deliver excellence for every member of our Catholic community. Our three core values of 'Love, Respect, Flourish' permeate through all aspects of our work.

Our school is built upon an ambitious mission for each and every young person:

To fulfil academic potential
To be fully developed in the personal, social and spiritual areas of life
To achieve excellence in every area of life
To be underpinned by Gospel Values, enabling each person to value individuals and contribute positively to society.

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