Teacher of Science (Maternity Cover)

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Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Nottingham
TYPE
Contract
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Education
This role is not offered with visa sponsorship, though the employer is a licensed UK sponsor

SKILLS

Science teaching Key Stage 3 curriculum Key Stage 4 curriculum Key Stage 5 curriculum A Level teaching Classroom management Communication skills

FULL DESCRIPTION

Teacher of Science (Maternity Cover)

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG16 3EA

Full time, Fixed term up to one year

Pay scale: M1 - UPS3

Closing date: 11 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)

Job Details

Job role: Teacher. Suitable for early career teachers. Key stage: 3, 4, 5. Subject: Science. Working pattern: Full time (Can be done as a job share). Contract type: Fixed term - Maternity or parental leave cover. Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We have an exciting opportunity for a well-qualified and enthusiastic teacher of science to join our science faculty. The successful candidate will work as part of a team of teachers and technicians to deliver a rich, broad and balanced science curriculum. The role involves teaching all science disciplines in key stage 3 and 4, with the opportunity to teach at A Level. This role is suitable for a teacher of any science discipline and is an opportunity for an ECT or a teacher with more experience.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is part of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. The Academy is also a member of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and as such there are excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region. The Trust also leads the regional Teaching School Hub, delivering local teacher training and the National Professional Qualifications for teachers.

What the school offers its staff

  • Access to Teachers Pension Scheme
  • Recognised continuous local government service
  • The opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and ambitious team/school
  • Cycle to work Scheme
  • Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including Employee Assistance Programme
  • Employee benefits platform

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.

For further details regarding this post or to request a visit please contact Miss Plaskitt, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. To apply complete our on-line application form, please use the 'apply now' button. Please include the following in the additional information section of the application: Your reasons for applying for the role; Your ideas on effective teaching and learning in Science.

If you have any questions or queries regarding the application process please contact the HR Team on [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

As [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding children practices, any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS and Child barred list checks, candidate online search and successful references.

Commitment to safeguarding

As [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding children practices, any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS and Child barred list checks, candidate online search and successful references.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below. CVs will not be accepted for this application. View advert on school website (opens in new tab).

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

School type: Academies, ages 11 to 18. Education phase: Secondary school. School size: 878 pupils enrolled. Age range: 11 to 18. Ofsted report: View Ofsted report. School website: [Employer hidden] website. Email address: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Phone number: [contact hidden].

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is part of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. The Academy is also a member of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and as such there are excellent CPD opportunities for further information please visit the website.

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