Science Teacher

Outcomes First Group; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education provider in Bexhill-on-Sea is looking for an enthusiastic Science Teacher for a full-time maternity cover starting December 2025. You will deliver an inclusive science curriculum and support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. The role offers a competitive salary up to £45,000, along with benefits like life assurance and a flexible benefits platform. Join a collaborative team dedicated to fostering academic and personal growth in vulnerable learners.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support services

Vista Flexible Benefits Platform

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Science at KS3 and KS4.
• Excellent classroom management skills and the ability to inspire, motivate and support pupils.
• A flexible, resilient, and compassionate approach to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a broad, balanced Science curriculum.
• Create a stimulating and supportive classroom environment.
• Monitor and assess pupil progress and set clear targets.

Skills

Classroom management skills

Ability to inspire students

Compassionate approach

Passion for SEMH needs

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

About Bricklehurst Manor School

Located in Wadhurst, East Sussex, Bricklehurst Manor School is a brand‑new, co‑educational specialist SEN provision for pupils aged 11–16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school will cater for up to 60 pupils and is part of Acorn Education and Outcomes First Group.

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Science Teacher to cover a 12‑month maternity period starting December 2025. The role involves delivering a dynamic and inclusive science curriculum, supporting pupils’ academic and personal development, and working within a collaborative team of teachers, therapists and senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a broad, balanced and differentiated Science curriculum tailored to the diverse needs and abilities of students with SEMH.
• Create a stimulating and supportive classroom environment that promotes a love of learning and intellectual curiosity.
• Employ engaging, multi‑sensory and inclusive teaching strategies to meet a range of learning styles and individual needs.
• Contribute to the development of schemes of work and lesson planning within the Science department.
• Monitor and assess pupil progress, set clear targets and provide constructive feedback to support academic and personal growth.
• Work closely with the wider school team, including therapists, support staff and senior leadership, to deliver holistic support.
• Incorporate Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural (SMSC) development across science lessons.
• Maintain high expectations of behaviour and engagement, using positive behaviour support approaches aligned with SEMH best practice.

Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching Science at KS3 and KS4.
• A genuine passion for working with young people with SEMH needs.
• Experience working in specialist settings (SEMH or Alternative Provision) is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent classroom management skills and the ability to inspire, motivate and support pupils with complex needs.
• A flexible, resilient, and compassionate approach to teaching.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Contract & Salary

Full‑time, Term Time Only maternity cover. Start Date: December 2025. Hours: 8.30 am to 3.30 pm. Salary: Up to £45,000.

Benefits

• Life Assurance.
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions.
• Wellbeing Matters access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks.
• Flexibility through the Vista Flexible Benefits Platform – choose from health, wellbeing, insurance benefits, 100s of discount options, Cycle to Work schemes, Electric Car Purchase Scheme, Critical Illness Cover and Family Growth Support.

Working Schedule

Part of the Outcomes First Group 4‑Day Working Week trial – work one day less each week while maintaining full‑time pay.