Science Teacher | Secondary Academy & Sixth Form | Walsall

CORE PURPOSE

We are seeking an enthusiastic, articulate, and dedicated Science Teacher to deliver dynamic biology, chemistry, and physics instruction across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (with potential Key Stage 5 A-Level delivery depending on specialist discipline). Working within an established Science faculty, the successful candidate will foster scientific curiosity, build core practical laboratory skills, and prepare pupils of all attainment levels to achieve outstanding progress in GCSE Combined and Separate Sciences.

THE SCHOOL

Set on a modern campus featuring purpose-built science laboratories, interactive demonstration suites, and dedicated prep room support, this vibrant secondary academy supports over 1,100 pupils aged 11–18 in Walsall. As part of a collaborative regional Multi-Academy Trust, the school benefits from shared curriculum resources, cross-trust subject networks, and structured professional development pathways. The Science department operates as a hub of practical inquiry, running extracurricular STEM clubs, national science week events, and collaborative links with local engineering and university partners.

KEY TASKS & DAILY OPERATIONS

• Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver engaging, practical-led science lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (AQA GCSE Combined Science and Separate Sciences), embedding core scientific principles, experimental design, and data analysis.

• Laboratory & Practical Management: Execute practical experiments safely, managing chemical storage, lab apparatus, and specialized equipment in strict compliance with CLEAPSS and school health and safety guidelines.

• Assessment & Targeted Progress: Conduct regular diagnostic assessments, evaluate required practical work, and implement targeted academic interventions to ensure all pupils achieve or exceed their target grades.

• STEM & Co-Curricular Engagement: Contribute to extracurricular STEM initiatives, including after-school science clubs, regional STEM challenges, and university outreach programs.

• Pastoral Responsibilities: Act as a dedicated Form Tutor, supporting pupils' personal wellbeing, attendance tracking, and character development within the school's supportive pastoral framework.

PROFILE REQUIREMENTS

• Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS with a degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or a closely related scientific discipline. Confident Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced secondary practitioners are equally encouraged to apply.

• Experience: Proven experience teaching Science across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 within a UK mainstream secondary school or academy environment.

• Skills: Strong subject knowledge across general sciences, excellent laboratory safety management, clear explanation capabilities, and the ability to make complex abstract principles accessible and engaging to young learners.

REGIONAL CONTEXT

• Local Area & Community: Located in the northern West Midlands, Walsall is a historic Black Country industrial town known for its famous leatherworking heritage, strong local communities, and significant ongoing urban regeneration. The town offers excellent local amenities, including the New Art Gallery Walsall, historic leather museums, and sprawling green spaces such as Walsall Arboretum.

• Transport & Commuting: Walsall boasts superb transport connectivity across the West Midlands and Staffordshire. Positioned directly alongside the M6 motorway corridor (Junctions 9 and 10) and key arterial routes like the A12, road commuting across Birmingham, Wolverhampton, and West Bromwich is highly convenient. Public transport is comprehensive, featuring extensive National Express West Midlands bus routes and Walsall Railway Station, which provides frequent direct rail lines into Birmingham New Street and Wolverhampton.

APPLICATION INTAKE

Please submit your current CV to begin the application process.