Inspiring Science Teacher (Maternity Cover)

DSLV E-ACT Academy; Daventry; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Annual leave

Professional development

TLR payments

Job summary

E-ACT DSLV Academy in Daventry is seeking a Teacher of Science for maternity cover. You will deliver engaging lessons, monitor progress, and support students to achieve strong academic outcomes while building a safe, inclusive classroom culture.

With QTS and a science degree, you will teach KS3-4, collaborate with colleagues and parents, and contribute to the wider life of the academy. The role offers a competitive pay scale (M1-UPS3) and opportunities to develop professionally.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Degree in Science or a related subject.
• Proven ability to teach Science across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and carers.
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with students that encourage engagement and achievement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality lessons that inspire, challenge, and engage students of all abilities, ensuring they make strong academic progress.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students, creating a safe and supportive classroom environment where every child feels valued and motivated to succeed.
• Set high expectations for behaviour, attendance, and achievement, helping students develop resilience, confidence, and a positive attitude towards learning.
• Assess, monitor, and track student progress, using data effectively to identify barriers to learning and provide targeted support where needed.
• Contribute to the wider life of the academy, working collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and carers to raise aspirations and ensure the best possible outcomes for all students.

Skills

QTS

Science degree

KS3/KS4 teaching

Communication

Relationship building

Education

QTS or equivalent

Degree in Science

Job description

E-ACT DSLV Academy in Daventry is seeking a Teacher of Science for maternity cover. You will deliver engaging lessons, monitor progress, and support students to achieve strong academic outcomes while building a safe, inclusive classroom culture.

With QTS and a science degree, you will teach KS3-4, collaborate with colleagues and parents, and contribute to the wider life of the academy. The role offers a competitive pay scale (M1-UPS3) and opportunities to develop professionally.