Teacher of Science

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you a passionate and innovative science educator ready to ignite a love for discovery?Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy is seeking an exceptional Teacher of Science to join our dynamic team from September 2026. This is your opportunity to inspire and guide students across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, fostering their scientific curiosity and understanding.

Are you ready to spark a passion for science?

If you're enthusiastic about science education and eager to inspire the next generation of scientists, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your career with us at Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy.

This is a permanent opportunity offering MPS/UPS based on experience.

What the school offers its staff

Why Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy?

At Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy, you'll be part of a vibrant and forward-thinking science department. We are committed to providing engaging and challenging science education, with a strong focus on practical experimentation and inquiry-based learning. We consistently strive for excellent outcomes, and you will become part of a team dedicated to those aims.

Our science department is well-equipped, and we encourage our students to excel in all science disciplines.

As an IB World School, we promote a global perspective, encouraging students to explore the interconnectedness of science and its impact on the world. Our Post-16 provision includes a robust science curriculum, ensuring our students are well-prepared for higher education and future careers in STEM fields.

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.