Lead Teacher - Science

Teaching Vacancies; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Nottingham seeks a passionate Lead Teacher of Science. Your role will involve empowering students in a collaborative environment and inspiring them to excel academically. The ideal candidate should hold QTS and possess experience teaching Key Stage 3 and 4 Science. Join a committed team focused on student growth and success.

Benefits

Continuous Professional Development opportunities

Supportive teaching environment

Strong community engagement

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Key Stage 3 and 4 Science.
• Recent and relevant Continuous Professional Development (CPD).

Responsibilities

• Lead a classroom focused on creativity and collaboration.
• Inspire and motivate students to achieve their best.
• Maintain successful relationships with students and colleagues.

Skills

Strong classroom management

Effective communication

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in a relevant field

Job description

About You

As a Lead Teacher of Science at The Bulwell Academy, you will believe passionately about making a difference to the life of every student and do so with integrity, humility, and relentless positivity. Your expertise will empower learners to develop their skills in a creative and collaborative classroom environment. Our ideal candidate would:

• Be an outstanding and committed practitioner looking to take a lead role.
• Have the ability to develop and maintain successful relationships with students and colleagues.
• Have a readiness to share expertise, skills, and knowledge, coupled with the ability to inspire others to do the same.

Requirements

To apply for the Lead Teacher of Science opportunity you must hold:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in a relevant field
• Experience in teaching Key Stage 3 and 4 Science
• Recent and relevant Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

What the school offers its staff

About Our School: At The Bulwell Academy we are developing a community in which young people understand the importance of academic achievement alongside their own personal development and being accountable for their own actions and decisions as they contribute to the wider community in many positive ways. It is our vision to ensure every student develops a strong sense of optimism, confidence, and self-belief. We want to ensure all students believe in themselves, have the confidence to aim high, excel in everything they do, and go on to lead happy and successful lives.

About the Science Department

The Science Department at The Bulwell Academy exemplifies a culture of teamwork, innovation, and shared purpose. Comprising passionate educators across biology, chemistry, and physics, the team works seamlessly to deliver a dynamic and engaging curriculum that inspires curiosity and critical thinking in students. The department embraces continuous improvement, with team members attending workshops, mentoring new staff, and reflecting on best practices together. This cohesive and forward-thinking department not only delivers outstanding academic outcomes but also cultivates a love for science that extends beyond the classroom.

About Creative Education Trust

Creative Education Trust was established in 2010 to work in England’s post-industrial and coastal towns and cities. We are now a network of 17 schools educating 14,500 children and young people.

We have chosen to work with schools in challenging circumstances. We have successfully transformed schools previously deemed to be inadequate into good ones in order that all our students can have the best start in life. We are committed to providing educational opportunity for children of all abilities and to building cultural capital through a wide range of co-curricular activities. Curricular innovation through our Knowledge Connected programmes promotes creative, integrated and pro-active thinking so that our students are equipped for the challenges of the 21st century.

CET Benefits & Continual Professional Development

CET are committed to your learning and development, which is a continuous process that starts with your induction. The opportunities include a wide range of subjects from middle leadership and DSL training to autism awareness. We run annual conferences including Safeguarding and Learning and Teaching and have regular network meetings across the Trust.

We have a wide range of benefits that you are more than welcome to explore further in our Staff Benefits brochure attached.

Next Steps

Please submit your application through our website using the direct online application method.

We warmly welcome visits to our school or if you would like to arrange a confidential conversation with the Line Manager of this position, please contact our administrative team on [e-mail] who would be happy to assist in arranging this.

Essential Information

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people are core commitments. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and all staff, volunteers and trustees share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), medical, online and social media checks, right to work, satisfactory references, and suitability to work with children. You must tell us about any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

All shortlisted candidates are subject to online checks prior to interview. The CET Recruitment Policy follows the guidance set out by Keeping Children Safe in Education, where all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, references and, where appropriate, a Prohibition from teaching check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. CET is committed to developing, maintaining, and supporting an inclusive culture and environment for the benefit of its employees and the communities it serves.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, medical checks, online and social media checks, prohibition from teaching, right to work, satisfactory references, and suitability to work with children. You must tell us about any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.