Teacher of Science (Preferred specialism of Chemistry)
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Teacher of Science (Preferred specialism of Chemistry)
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a passionate Teacher of Science. This is a permanent, full-time role based in Warrington, UK, starting 1 September 2026.
Key Role Information
- Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 per year
- Job type: Full Time
- Contract type: Permanent
- Closing: 18/05/2026 09:00
- Interview: TBC
- Start: 1 September 2026
- Contract term: AYR - All year round
- Pay grade: TPS
- Department: Science
- Key stage: Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4
- Hours per week: 32.50
- Weeks per year: 52.000
- Visa sponsorship: No
Your Role
The Science Faculty is a very strong department with a mixture of committed teachers of varied backgrounds and experiences, and the department benefits from strong and supportive leadership. It is envisaged that the person appointed will be enthusiastic and able to teach Science to all levels and abilities, and who is committed to ensuring pupil enjoyment and progress within our successful department.
We are looking for a colleague who is passionate, has strong interpersonal skills and has the ambition to build upon the strong foundations that are already in place. You will have the support of a team of postholders, who bring expertise in all areas of the curriculum, and in the development of Teaching and Learning.
The successful candidate will:
- Be able to deliver Science to KS4
- Have a love of their subject
- Have a sound and detailed subject knowledge
- Have high regard for their learning environment and resources
- Aspire to be a talented, dynamic and an ambitious teacher, who will ensure outstanding progress for all students
- Be skilled at fostering independent and collaborative student-led learning.
Please see the linked documents or our website for further details. If, prior to submitting an application, you would like to see for yourself why we believe this is such a fabulous school in which to work, then do not hesitate to contact us to arrange a visit.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this legal requirement. The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (formally CRB).
Benefits
- Generous Pension Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Free eye tests for DSE users
- Free flu vaccination
- Access to online GP service for family
- Shopping discounts
Qualifications
- Degree - Please state the subject in additional information (essential)
- Qualified Teacher Status (essential)
Attachments
- Applicant PackTeacher of Science Application Pack.docx
- AdvertTeacher of Science Advert.docx
About Us
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is part of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Our school is a very special community that we are incredibly proud of: it is made up of approximately 900 unique students (11-16), supportive parents, forward-thinking governors, as well as an inspirational and talented body of staff who are fully committed to delivering a broad and balanced curriculum in an engaging and dynamic way. Our school is a safe, caring and happy place for our students and they enjoy attending all lessons; we take every opportunity to praise and celebrate their successes. As well as having every student's full academic potential and high standards of learning at the forefront of our practice, we also recognise the importance of encouraging our students to pursue all of their interests.
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Tina Wiegand
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Brock Road, Birchwood, Warrington, WA3 7PT
Phone: [contact hidden]
Visit our website: https://www.birchwoodhigh.org/
Safeguarding Information
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We operate a safer recruitment process in line with statutory guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education.
The appointment of the successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks, including:
- An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including barred list information where the role involves regulated activity
- Verification of identity, qualifications, and right to work in the UK
- Satisfactory references, including from the most recent employer
- Confirmation of health and medical fitness
- Where applicable, checks relating to prohibition from teaching and Section 128 directions
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and all convictions, cautions, reprimands, and warnings that are not protected must be disclosed.