Teacher of Science

We are looking to appoint an outstanding, creative and inspirational Teachers of Science to contribute to the future development of our expanding science faculty at the academy for a fixed term of 1 year. You will have the ability to teach the sciences to Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.

If you are able to motivate all students to achieve or exceed their target grades, if you are passionate about science, have an interest in being at the cutting edge and are driven to ensure students receive the best possible experience, then this job is for you.

You will be joining an excellent science faculty that has a relentless focus on raising achievement. and you may be eligible for the levelling up premium payment for teachers. Please check the following link for further details: Levelling up premium payments for school teachers - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

The ideal candidate must have the following:

• Qualified Teacher Status (ability to teach to Key Stage 3 and Key stage 4)


• Previous experience working as a science teacher


• Be versatile to take on a range of activities


• Have the ability to work within a larger team


• Have high expectations of all learners


• Ability to teach out of subject if required


The successful candidate will:

• Raise achievement through motivating, challenging and inspiring our students;


• Have a commitment to inclusion;


• Help foster a culture of high expectations and achievement within the department;


• Have drive, enthusiasm, resilience, warmth and humour.


• Have opportunities to contribute to the wider life and ethos of the Academy


• Already possess QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)


We can offer you:

• The opportunity to join a supportive staff and work with well-motivated students;


• An innovative curriculum;


• The opportunity to join an aspiring academy with exciting plans for the future;


• A data rich environment focused on raising standards.


Our young people deserve nothing less than the best, so if you can be the best then we would like to hear from YOU!

For an informal discussion or to arrange a tour of the academy please contact Philip Loveday, Vice Principal, on or email: philip.loveday@oatforge.co.uk

How to apply:

Visit us online at www.oatcareers.co.uk where you can find further information and details on how to apply. Please note that CV's are not accepted.

Closing date date/time: Tuesday 21st May 2024 at 12noon

Interviews to be held: Thursday 23rd May 2024

Start Date: September 2024

Ormiston Forge Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children's Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

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• Qualified Teacher Status (ability to teach to Key Stage 3 and Key stage 4)


• Previous experience working as a science teacher


• Be versatile to take on a range of activities


• Have the ability to work within a larger team


• Have high expectations of all learners


• Ability to teach out of subject if required


The successful candidate will:

• Raise achievement through motivating, challenging and inspiring our students;


• Have a commitment to inclusion;


• Help foster a culture of high expectations and achievement within the department;


• Have drive, enthusiasm, resilience, warmth and humour.


• Have opportunities to contribute to the wider life and ethos of the Academy


• Already possess QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)