Teacher Science

Job Description

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Science Teacher – Farnborough

Start Date: September 2026Contract: Full-time (5 days per week)Phase: KS3–KS4 (Ages 11–16)

A welcoming and community-focused 11–16 secondary school in Farnborough is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Science Teacher to join its dedicated Science Faculty from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate practitioner to contribute to a supportive, improving school with a clear focus on student progress and wellbeing.

About the School

This school is a fully inclusive and ambitious learning community, committed to ensuring that every student is supported to achieve their full potential. With a strong emphasis on respect, aspiration and personal development, the school provides a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to grow both academically and personally.

Leaders are committed to ongoing development and improvement, with a clear vision for raising standards, strengthening teaching and ensuring consistency across the curriculum. Staff benefit from a collaborative culture where ideas are shared and professional growth is valued.

Ofsted Highlights

Recent inspection findings highlight a school on a clear journey of improvement, where:

• Students learn in a calm and orderly environment with clear behavioural expectations
• Pupils feel safe, supported and well cared for
• The curriculum is broad, with continued work on curriculum sequencing and assessment consistency
• Leadership is focused on raising standards and improving outcomes across subjects

This provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to a school actively developing and investing in its future.

The Science Faculty

The Science Department is a supportive and collaborative team, delivering Biology, Chemistry and Physics across KS3 and KS4. The department focuses on:

• Practical, hands-on learning to engage students
• Developing scientific curiosity and real-world understanding
• Building confidence and academic progress across all abilities

Staff work closely to share best practice, with opportunities to contribute to curriculum development and enrichment.

What the School Offers

• A supportive and inclusive school culture
• Clear behaviour systems that promote calm, focused learning
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
• A leadership team committed to improving teaching quality and supporting staff
• A strong focus on both academic success and personal development

Who We’re Looking For

You will be:

• A passionate Science Teacher with strong subject knowledge (Biology, Chemistry or Physics)
• Confident teaching across KS3 and KS4
• Committed to delivering engaging and practical lessons
• A reflective practitioner keen to contribute to school improvement
• Dedicated to supporting all learners and raising achievement

Applications are welcome from both ECTs and experienced teachers.

Eligibility

Please note: This role is only open to candidates who are currently based in the UK and have the right to work in the UK.

How to Apply

If you are excited about joining a supportive and ambitious Farnborough secondary school and want to make a meaningful impact through science teaching, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and a brief covering statement outlining your experience and availability for a September 2026 start.

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