Teacher of Science
Smestow Academy, Wolverhampton, WV3 8HU25 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026/January 2027
Closing date
15 June 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
21 May 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) MPS (UPS where applicable)
Teacher of Science job summary
Teacher of Science
Smestow Academy - Windmill Crescent, Wolverhampton, WV3 8HU
Salary: Main Pay Scale (UPS where relevant)
We welcome ECTs/Teachers of PE with a second specialism of science.
Start Date: September 2026/January 2027
“Success is a science; if you have the right conditions, you get the result.” So, said Oscar Wilde and we say the same.
Here at Smestow Academy we are looking for a talented Teacher of Science. Whether you are beginning your career as an ECT or you have been teaching science for decades, to really inspire the next generation of scientists you need an environment with the right conditions. Here at Smestow Academy we can offer just that.
Our Science Department is at the centre of the curriculum at Smestow Academy. We have a dynamic and forward-thinking team dedicated to fostering critical thinking, communication and collaboration with an ambitious and inclusive curriculum. The department has an innate passion for their subject, which is reflected in their teaching and students’ attitude to learning in lessons. The Science department is thriving, where student progress at GCSE and A Level has been well above national averages for many years with disadvantaged students’ outcomes closely matching their peers.
We also welcome applications from ECTs or Teachers of PE with a second specialism of Science.
About You:
To be successful for the role, your skills will include:
- Being a good classroom practitioner with a strong understanding of how children learn;
- Having up to date subject and pedagogical knowledge;
- Possessing a passion to make a difference in pupils’ lives and showing a commitment to school improvement.
At Smestow Academy, we believe in ‘Success achieved together’. It is our strong belief that embedding high standards of behaviour with excellent teaching practices, leads to the best educational outcomes. The successful candidate will have access to excellent professional development opportunities within our Academy and across the wider Matrix Academy Trust.
We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.
To apply directly, please complete our application form on My New Term.
You may also wish to contact Headteacher Ian Chamberlain: ichamblerlain@smestowacademy.co.uk. to arrange an informal look at the school.
Application Deadline: 15th June 2026
Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.
Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and pre-employment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and preemployment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
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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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Smestow Academy
- School type
- Academies, None, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 552 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Smestow Academy website
We are excited to now be part of Matrix Academy Trust from January 2023.
As a Trust, our vision is simple: every child deserves an exceptional education. We make this happen by doing the things which really make a difference. Working smartly means we have staff who want to work here. It ensures we have the capacity to care for every pupil, providing them with the best possible education – without exception.
A great school is one people want to work at and one parents want to send their children to. No matter how great our schools might be, we never rest on our laurels. We are restless in our efforts to keep improving and we instil this in our young people.
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