Teacher of Science (Maternity Cover)

TEACHER OF SCIENCE As a demonstrably successful Science Team, we are seeking an innovative, effective, and inspirational Maternity Cover Teacher, with the possibility of a longer-term permanent contract for the right candidate, contracted until August 2027, as a minimum, to join us from September 2026 or earlier if available. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a thriving department committed to excellence in science education. A recruitment allowance may be considered for an appropriately experienced candidate who brings the right skills and attributes to the role. Brighton Hill Community School has been rated as 'Good' by Ofsted in our last inspection. We are an 11-16 Community School with over 1200 students. You will teach across Biology, Chemistry & Physics at both KS3 & 4, as well as a range of abilities to make a significant positive contribution to the vision of the school. The successful candidate will be: · An excellent classroom practitioner in the sciences · Committed to achieving the very best outcomes for our students and our journey to being an outstanding school · Able to create a stimulating learning environment to promote exceptional progress and high engagement · Passionate about teaching and learning and your own professional development · Able to make a significant contribution to the development of the Science Faculty and wider school life. Why apply to work at Brighton Hill Community School?

• High quality support from the Senior Leadership Team and the Science faculty which has a track record of excellent GCSE results
• "Leaders and governors constantly focus on their vision of 'making success inevitable'". (Ofsted 2022)
• "Lessons are calm and focused. When asking pupils about this, one simply explained, 'It's how we do it here.'" (Ofsted 2022)
• The opportunity to innovate and develop your professional skills through a comprehensive and innovative professional development programme which seeks to develop all staff
• The chance to be part of a dedicated team committed to improving outcomes for our students, who "are eager to explain why they believe that Brighton Hill is such a special school." (Ofsted 2022)
• A clear vision for Teaching and Learning which embraces current research and creative practice
If you are an enthusiastic teacher with the desire to make a real difference for our students, we would like to hear from you. We welcome applications from talented ECTs who will benefit from high-quality induction support. We encourage early applications, as we reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive suitable candidates. Interviews may be scheduled, and an appointment made, before the advertised closing date. For full details and an application form, please visit our website Alternatively, email Shanade Bedwell, HR Officer Please note CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: 5pm On Thursday 23 April 2026 We are committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of students and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to DBS and other employment checks.

· An excellent classroom practitioner in the sciences · Committed to achieving the very best outcomes for our students and our journey to being an outstanding school · Able to create a stimulating learning environment to promote exceptional progress and high engagement · Passionate about teaching and learning and your own professional development · Able to make a significant contribution to the development of the Science Faculty and wider school life.

Brighton Hill Community School has been rated as 'Good' by Ofsted in our last inspection. We are an 11-16 Community School with over 1200 students. You will teach across Biology, Chemistry & Physics at both KS3 & 4, as well as a range of abilities to make a significant positive contribution to the vision of the school.,
• "Leaders and governors constantly focus on their vision of 'making success inevitable'". (Ofsted 2022)
• "Lessons are calm and focused. When asking pupils about this, one simply explained, 'It's how we do it here.'" (Ofsted 2022)
• The opportunity to innovate and develop your professional skills through a comprehensive and innovative professional development programme which seeks to develop all staff
• The chance to be part of a dedicated team committed to improving outcomes for our students, who "are eager to explain why they believe that Brighton Hill is such a special school." (Ofsted 2022)
• A clear vision for Teaching and Learning which embraces current research and creative practice
If you are an enthusiastic teacher with the desire to make a real difference for our students, we would like to hear from you. We welcome applications from talented ECTs who will benefit from high-quality induction support.