Dynamic Science Teacher – Collaborative, Impactful Lessons

Chipping Norton School; Chipping Norton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Chipping Norton School is seeking a qualified Science Teacher to cover maternity leave. You will deliver high-quality, evidence-informed lessons across key stages, helping students understand that scientific knowledge evolves through curiosity.

You will work with a warm, collaborative department and benefit from strong professional support, planning time, and a culture that values student achievement and resilience.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a strong subject knowledge in secondary Science.
• Ability to create an engaging learning environment where students undertake practical experiments and understand essential concepts of science.
• High expectations for student progress, maintaining calm and clear boundaries that support learning.
• A collaborative approach to planning and departmental work.
• Alignment with school values and a commitment to helping every student succeed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-informed science lessons across the key stages.
• Create an engaging learning environment where students undertake practical experiments and can understand the essential concepts of science.
• Maintain high expectations for student progress and establish calm, clear boundaries to support learning.
• Work collaboratively with the Science department on planning and assessment.
• Support student curiosity and attainment while upholding school values.

Skills

QTS

Engaging learning environment

High expectations

Collaborative planning

Student progress

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Job description

Chipping Norton School is seeking a qualified Science Teacher to cover maternity leave. You will deliver high-quality, evidence-informed lessons across key stages, helping students understand that scientific knowledge evolves through curiosity.

You will work with a warm, collaborative department and benefit from strong professional support, planning time, and a culture that values student achievement and resilience.