Teacher of Science
The Derby High School, Lancs, Lancashire, BL9 9NH4 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
27 February 2026 at 9am
Date listed
13 February 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 hours a week Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS
What skills and experience we're looking for
TEACHER OFSCIENCE
We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, enthusiastic and highly motivated Science Teacher to join our forward-thinking Science Department.
Salary: MPS/UPS
Apply by: 27thFebruary2026 at 9am
Required for: September 2026
The Derby High School is the highest performing school in Bury, Greater Manchester and has sustained this position for many years. We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, enthusiastic and highly motivated teacher to join our successful Science Department. We are passionate about delivering a high quality and engaging Science curriculum and aspire to be a beacon for practice in Science education. Significant investments into the Science Department have been made in recent years to deliver on our vision for excellence. This isa great opportunity to join a dedicated, hardworking and forward-thinking department where you will be supported to develop your practice.
We are an over-subscribed 11-16 Co-Educational School situated in the heart of Bury, Greater Manchester. Year on year our students make exceptional progress and we are currently the highest performing school in Bury for Progress 8(most recent validated Progress 8 measure stands at +0.35).We are an inclusive school serving a diverse student population who are a joy to be around. The leadership of the school at every level is a key strength and this was recognised by Ofsted in our most recent full inspection. We boast a talented staff with a commitment to delivering the highest standards and who are overwhelmingly proud to belong to the school. All who visit The Derby High School are impressed by the warm and welcoming environment that we work in.
We believe that The Derby High School isa great place to work. This post offers you the opportunity to work in/with:
A successful school with a strong will and determination to continue to improve
A school that has high expectations of all who work here
A school that places teaching and learning at the heart of school improvement
A school that is driven by strong values, invests in its staff and students and has a high regard for their welfare
A supportive and cooperative teaching staff who are committed to their roles
A school that works effectively with all stakeholders
A caring school where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people
We will encourage you to be innovative and creative and provide professional development that will support you in your future career plans.
What the school offers its staff
This vacancy is an exciting opportunity for a talented Science teacher who wants to work in a school that is committed to providing a high-quality science education. We are seeking someone with high expectations who would bring their passion for Science to the students at The Derby High School. I guarantee that we will support, guide and prepare you for the next stage in your career.
At The Derby High School, we value all our staff and their well-being. We place a significant emphasis on professional development and provide opportunities for staff to lead, collaborate and take part in action research. Staff are overwhelmingly proud to work at the school.
Further information about the job
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 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 The Derby High School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 951 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Derby High School website
- Email address
- ssilgram-clynes@thederbyhighschool.co.uk
- Phone number
- 0161 764 1819
The Derby High School is an over-subscribed 11-16 Co-Educational School situated in the heart of Bury, Greater Manchester. Year on year our students make exceptional progress and we are currently the highest performing school in Bury for Progress 8 (most recent validated Progress 8 measure stands at +0.30). Alongside this student progress in Mathematics is positive and above the national average. We are an inclusive school serving a diverse student population who are a joy to be around. The leadership of the school at every level is a key strength and this was recognised by Ofsted in our most recent full inspection. We boast a talented staff with a commitment to delivering the highest standards and who are overwhelmingly proud to belong to the school. All who visit The Derby High School are impressed by the warm and welcoming environment that we work in.
Arranging a visit to The Derby High School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email ssilgram-clynes@thederbyhighschool.co.uk.
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