Teacher - Science

Parklands High School, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 1LL

13 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  2 May 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  8 April 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: 32650 - 49084

Teacher - Science job summary

Join Our Outstanding Team at Parklands High School

Position: Teacher of Science

Salary: Main/Upper Pay Scale (commensurate with experience)

Start Date: September 2025

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Closing Date: 12 noon, Friday 2nd May 2025

Interview Date: Week commencing 5th May 2025

Are you a passionate Science teacher with a commitment to inspiring young minds and making a real impact? Parklands High School is seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic, and innovative Teacher of Science to join our forward-thinking and supportive department from September 2025.

Why Parklands?

Parklands High School is a high-achieving, oversubscribed 11–16 academy with a strong sense of community and purpose. We are proud to be part of the Aspirational Futures Multi Academy Trust—a growing family of schools working collaboratively to achieve excellence.

As a Teacher of Science, you’ll benefit from;

• Eight modern, fully-equipped science labs and three prep rooms
• A collaborative and creative department supported by dedicated technicians
• Weekly CPD and departmental Quality of Education sessions
• An inclusive ethos and a commitment to high-quality education for all students

About You:

We’re looking for a teacher who:

• Has excellent subject knowledge and classroom practice
• Is an engaging and motivational practitioner
• Works well in a team and embraces innovation
• Is committed to continual professional development
• Has a good sense of humour and a passion for science education

Whether you’re an experienced teacher ready to broaden your leadership experience or an Early Career Teacher looking to make your mark in a supportive environment—this could be your ideal next step.

Staff Benefits:

• Free use of our state-of-the-art gym
• Healthcare plan covering optical, dental, and everyday medical costs
• Wellbeing programme (think Friday treats and festive lunches)
• A positive culture that supports work-life balance and open dialogue with leadership

How to Apply:

Visit www.parklandsacademy.co.uk to apply, Submit your application along with a supporting statement (max 2 sides of A4, size 12 font), detailing your suitability for the post.

For informal enquiries or to arrange a visit, please contact Jonny Galbraith, Assistant Headteacher by email to jgalbraith@parklandsacademy.co.uk

Come and make a difference where your passion for science can truly spark curiosity and change lives. We look forward to welcoming you to the Parklands family!

Parklands High School and the Aspirational Futures MAT are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to enhanced DBS clearance and online vetting checks.

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.

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About Parklands High School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1120 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Parklands High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/parklands-high-school-pr7-1ll

Parklands High School is a high-achieving 11 - 16 mixed comprehensive standalone academy.

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