Teacher of Science - Permanent Post

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspiring Teacher of Science who can create a nurturing learning environment in which everyone can reach their full potential. Join the Science department at Oaklands School and you will be part of an experienced and supportive team. We believe in working collaboratively, sharing ideas and supporting each other to achieve great things and see this as the key to further developing innovative teaching and learning strategies.

Someone who wants to make a positive difference to young people?

An enthusiastic and inspiring individual?

Able to work as part of a successful multi-disciplinary team?

Committed to quality and equality of opportunity for all?

Dedicated to providing an excellent level of support for young people with SEND?

A person who is dedicated to supporting young people to thrive?

Can you:

Create a nurturing learning environment that enables students to reach their full potential?

Do you:

Want to be part of an experienced and supportive team?

Have the ability to teach engaging and well-structured lessons in Biology, Chemistry and Physics, up to and including GCSE level?, Interest, enthusiasm, knowledge and experience of teaching Science is essential. The successful candidate will join an established team in a well-resourced, successful department. A willingness to teach across all years is essential. We would welcome applications from ECTs and candidates who have a primary teaching background.

Our pupils' ability ranges begin at working significantly below national expectations on admission with our more able pupils achieving GCSE/level 2 qualifications. Our pupils are genuinely positive about their education and are a pleasure to teach.

Joining us from January 2026 or earlier, the ideal candidate will have the ability to teach across KS3 and KS4 - a real interest in developing teaching and learning is also important.

Oaklands is a child-centred outstanding school, where pupils learn in a nurturing and happy environment. Nestled in the heart of Cheshire West and Chester, our school embodies a transformative 'can do' philosophy, where every pupil is supported to achieve their full potential. With a deeply caring and supportive staff, we create a happy, nurturing environment that celebrates individual progress and enriches each pupil's educational journey.

Our school's core motto, "The best for all, the best from all," reflects our unwavering commitment to providing exceptional, personalised education. We believe in creating an inclusive atmosphere where pupils can develop crucial life skills, overcome challenges, and discover their unique strengths.

All pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan with moderate learning difficulties stated to be their most significant difficulty. However, a small number of pupils also have severe learning difficulties, social and emotional difficulties, or speech and communication difficulties. In line with their learning difficulties, the attainment of pupils is well below what is expected for their age when they enter the school. There are three classes in each of the five year groups from Year 7 to Year 11, as well as a small sixth form, and these are organised largely by academic ability and appropriate educational pathways.