Teacher of Science (with responsibility for KS4 and STEM)

The Adeyfield Academy, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4DE

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  22 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  8 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £34,398.00 - £52,490.00 Annually (Actual) MPS/UPS (dependent upon experience) with TLR2a

Teacher of Science (with responsibility for KS4 and STEM) job summary

We are seeking a talented and innovative Teacher of Science to join our department, to deliver high quality teaching and learning to our students. This is an ideal opportunity for a teacher wishing to progress

in their professional development with a passion for raising attainment and expectations. This position has responsibility for the KS4 curriculum and therefore offers career progression and development.

The Adeyfield Academy is part of the Ambition Education Trust. It has been an integral part of the local community for many years and we are proud to have a very friendly and diverse body of staff who have

developed a vision to make a real difference. We strive to build a future for learning in our wonderful school community where all students can be the very best version of themselves.

The Adeyfield Academy offers:

Desirable location to live or work with onsite parking

Great transport links for job seekers from Herts, Beds, Bucks and North and West London

Generous pension benefits

Onsite catering facilities

A friendly working environment with supportive and caring colleagues.

Opportunities for learning and development.

A commitment to staff wellbeing which includes wellbeing initiatives.

Excellent facilities with floodlit tennis courts and a 3G pitch.

Accommodation for staff on school site.

Prospective candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as the school reserves the right to close the advert should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate. The

Adeyfield Academy is set in the heart of the community of Hemel Hempstead and is a mixed, all ability 11-18 sponsored Academy and part of the Ambition Education Trust. We welcome visits from potential

applicants. Please contact Tracey Webb - HR Manager on 01442 406020.

(This advert may be retracted if a suitable candidate applies.)

The Adeyfield Academy is a member of Ambition Education Trust. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share

this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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

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 The Adeyfield Academy

• School type: Academies, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 817 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Adeyfield Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-adeyfield-academy

The Adeyfield Academy is a 11-19 comprehensive school in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire. There are approximately 560 students on roll including 70 in the Sixth Form. Our aim is to provide the highest quality education for each individual, supported by our motto of Learning Without Limits. The Adeyfield Academy has an enthusiastic, energetic and experienced staff body. There are many opportunities to become involved in extra-curricular activities including drama productions, musical events, sport and residential visits. The school is a rewarding environment in which to work, with excellent relationships between all members of our school community. Teamwork is at the core of our work and we value the input of all staff equally. We know that we are strongest when we all work together to achieve the best for all our students. We operate a 25 period, two-week timetable. A faculty system operates and Heads of Faculty lead the curriculum areas. A year system operates with all students allocated to a form group. In Year 7 -9 students are taught in half-year groups with setting in the core subjects. In Years 10-11, students follow a core of English, Maths, Science, PE, Citizenship, Geography or History with four option choices from a wide range of subjects. Open access to the Sixth Form encourages many students to stay on each year. Programmes of study include A-Level and Vocational courses. As a result of growing student numbers and a wider array of specialisms offered amongst staff, our KS5 curriculum continues to expand. The Adeyfield Academy continues to go from strength-to-strength and we want all students to achieve their best.

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