Science Specialist Teacher

LONDON BOROUGH OF BRENT SCHOOLS; Wembley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority in Wembley is seeking a Science Specialist Teacher to join their vibrant school. The successful candidate will lead the primary science curriculum and work as part of a specialist team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a qualified teacher to make a significant impact on students' learning experiences in an inclusive environment. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Bespoke professional development

Inner London salary

On-site parking

Good transport links

Friendly and supportive colleagues

Qualifications

• A consistently Good and Outstanding classroom practitioner with high expectations.
• Knowledgeable of how to motivate children to learn.
• Relevant experience and knowledge of primary school science curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Lead and teach primary science curriculum across the whole school.
• Work within the specialist team of teachers.
• Ensure children achieve excellence and enjoy their time at school.

Skills

Classroom practitioner

Knowledge of primary school science curriculum

Creativity

Team player

Job description

Name of Head Teacher: Miss Georgina Nutton

Salary: Main Pay Scale: 1-6 £40,317.00-£52,300.00 Upper Pay Scale: £57,632.00-£62,496.00 with TLR 2.1 £3,527.00 per annum Inner London

Preston Park is looking for an exceptional Science Specialist Teacher, to join our vibrant school starting in January 2026 or sooner by negotiation. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified teacher to lead and teach primary science curriculum across the whole school.

The School:

Preston Park is a thriving three form entry, fully inclusive and diverse community school set in the heart of Wembley, Brent. At Preston Park we are proud to educate children from all over the world and strive to ensure that all children are ‘Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow’ for truly inspirational learning experiences. Teaching and learning is at the heart of everything we do at Preston Park. We are committed to ensuring that children achieve excellence, enjoy their time at school and develop into confident, resilient and independent learners. Our school is well resourced with rich indoor and outdoor learning environments comprising of bright classrooms, spacious playgrounds, wildlife nature reserve and a sensory quad area. Preston Park’s approach to learning is through a creative curriculum and the school has specialist teachers in Science, Music, Art, Design and Technology and PE, who provide PPA cover to our teachers. As a Science Specialist Teacher, the successful candidate would be working within our specialist team of teachers.

The Post:

We are looking for a creative and committed outstanding teacher to join our successful team. We guarantee an outstanding work environment, superb resources and an inspirational team to work with.

What we can offer:

• Programme of bespoke professional development
• Inner London salary, on-site parking and good transport links
• Support and challenge by leaders at all levels
• Friendly and supportive colleagues
• Dynamic learning climate with a warm friendly feel

Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged – we look forward to meeting you.

The Person:

We are looking for an individual who can share the founding vision and ethos for Preston Park, (please visit the school and look on the school’s website).

The successful candidate will be:

• A consistently Good and Outstanding classroom practitioner with high expectations (no excuses) of accelerated progress
• Knowledgeable of how to motivate children to learn
• Innovative, passionate about teaching and with a ‘can do’ attitude
• Relevant experience and knowledge of primary school science curriculum
• A team player with energy, stamina and lots of creativity and fresh ideas
• Resilient and able to hit the ground running
• Previous mentoring and networking experience

How to apply:

Visits to the school are welcomed please call the school office on 020 8904 3602 to arrange your visit. Please fill out Brent’s application form (CV’s are not accepted) and forward to the school or email it via the button below.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date: Monday 6th October 2025 @ 10:00am.

Interview Date: week commencing 13th October 2025.

Start Date: January 2026 or earlier by negotiation.

Brent Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. All successfully shortlisted candidates will be required to fill in a pre-interview self-declaration form. We will also conduct online searches for all shortlisted candidates.