Teacher of Science
Sir John Talbot's School, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 2BY13 days remaining to apply
Start date details
1st September 2025
Closing date
16 May 2025 at 9am
Date listed
2 May 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- 31,650 - 49,083
Teacher of Science job summary
Teacher of Science – Chemistry or Physics preferred
Do you have an enthusiasm to expand students’ scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding through the specific disciplines of Physics or Chemistry?
Do you wish to play a key role in developing students’ understanding of the nature, processes, and methods of science through different types of science enquiries to help them answer scientific questions about the world around them?
If you are a motivational teacher with excellent subject knowledge and the desire and commitment to raise the achievement of all students through caring, come and join our successful Science team.
MPR/ UPR
1 FTE
Permanent
Required for 1st September 2025
We welcome applications from newly qualified and more experienced colleagues attracted by the opportunities of working within our school and Trust.
To be successful you will need to:
· Have skills in communication, collaboration, listening, adaptability, empathy, and patience.
· Be qualified to teach Science (Chemistry preferred) at KS3, KS4 (KS5 desirable but not essential).
· Possess outstanding teaching ability
· Think creatively to anticipate and solve problems
· Embody the values of ‘Achievement through Caring’
· Contribute fully to school life
· Have high expectations of yourself and be a role model to others
· Be determined to play a pivotal part in the Science Department
Why this Teacher of Science role above others?
The successful applicant will be part of a team that has a variety of specialised teachers, all offering support and guidance to each other, which creates a positive and hardworking ethos. They go above and beyond to ensure all students achieve.
The department thrives on delivering a knowledge rich curriculum in well-resourced laboratories.
Sir John Talbot’s School is at the centre of the community of Whitchurch, with excellent links to sports, business, and partner primary schools. We are committed to equipping all pupils with the skills and experiences that will prepare them for life. As part of The Marches Academy Trust, we have access to a network of support and challenge, ensuring we are operating at the forefront of educational thinking. The school sits in mature grounds with historic roots, providing an attractive setting in which pupils can thrive. Facilities are extensive including the community Leisure Centre, well-resourced faculty areas and Sixth Form.
As part of the Marches Academy Trust teachers have opportunities to engage with staff across the Trust to support and collaborate with peers and colleagues in sharing the expertise across our family of schools.
We offer:
· An ‘outstanding’ curriculum offering students a strong core entitlement in English, Mathematics and Science.
· A full extra-curricular programme with opportunities for enrichment activities for all
· Excellent professional learning and support, with opportunity for continued personal development.
· Career development opportunities including funded NPQs.
· Excellent staff facilities – workroom, kitchenette, and social space.
· Staff benefits include our wellbeing offer, teacher and local government pension schemes, use of laptop, and free membership of our onsite fitness suite.
· An enthusiastic and supportive team of staff, parents, and governors.
Closing date for applications is Friday, 16th May 2025 (Applications will be screened upon receipt. To avoid disappointment please apply at your earliest).
Interview date: Tuesday, 20th May 2025 or sooner.
If you are interested in this post and would like the opportunity to visit the school, or if you have any queries, please email Mrs Gail Winstone, Headteacher’s PA: Gail.Winstone@sjt.mmat.co.uk
For further information or to apply for the post please visit our online recruitment site via the school’s website www.sirjohntalbots.co.uk (Please note we do not accept CVs).
The Marches Academy Trust values each person equally. We are committed to building a diverse team and embedding a welcoming, inclusive culture that encourages diversity and authenticity. We believe this will encourage creative ways of thinking – ensuring we collaborate more effectively and achieve better outcomes. We welcome applicants from all qualified candidates who share this commitment.
We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care and expect all staff to share this commitment. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to declare any criminal convictions and will be subject to online checks. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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 are not accepted.
About Sir John Talbot's School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 850 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Sir John Talbot's School website
School location
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