Science Teacher

Charter Schools Educational Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Charter School East Dulwich in London is seeking a skilled Science Teacher for maternity cover across Years 7 to 13. You will deliver high-quality science lessons and contribute to an inclusive, high-achieving department.

The role is based at East Dulwich Grove, in Inner London, and offers a supportive team, professional development, and opportunities to collaborate within The Charter School Educational Trust.

Qualifications

• Is a skilled, versatile and driven Science Teacher with a passion for delivering an excellent Science provision to students across Years 7 to 13.
• Wants an exciting opportunity to work in a vibrant, diverse and growing organisation.
• Is keen to work collaboratively within the wider Science team.

Skills

Science teaching

Collaboration

Adaptability

Job description

Science Teacher (Maternity Cover) at The Charter School East Dulwich

20 Days Remaining

20 Days Remaining

Job Reference #
EDV/2026/CSED/32941

Location
72J East Dulwich Grove, London, Greater London, SE22 8EY

Contract Type
Maternity Cover

Contract Term
Full-Time

Salary
Teachers Pay Scale (Inner London)

Closing Date
Midnight, Wed 28th Oct, 2026

Start Date
1 January 2027

Positions Available
1

Interview Date(s)
15th October 2026

About this Role

Our School and Trust:

• The Charter School East Dulwich is an oversubscribed, fully inclusive, diverse, mixed 11-18 comprehensive school centred on core values of Working Hard, Care, Curiosity and Integrity.
• Access for all to high quality Teaching and Learning is a priority, with our Year 11 and 13 cohorts excelling and achieving well above national average.
• Staff and senior leaders bring energy and motivation to the school to ensure standards of excellence, and a culture where all students and staff are given breadth of opportunity and are valued. We focus on a research based, impactful approach to school improvement.
• As part of The Charter School Educational Trust we benefit from The Charles Dickens Research School, The London South Teaching Hub and working with a team of schools committed to excellence in education in South-East London.

We are looking for a colleague who:

• Is a skilled, versatile and driven Science Teacher with a passion for delivering an excellent Science provision to students across Years 7 to 13.
• Consistently models excellent practice and has students' academic progress and personal development at the core of their professional motivation.
• Wants an exciting opportunity to work in a vibrant, diverse and growing organisation.
• Is keen to work collaboratively within the wider Science team.

In return, you will get:

• The chance to work in a highly successful and positive Science Team which achieves excellent results.
• The opportunity to work with colleagues from across a diverse and growing Trust.
• A professionally stimulating and collaborative working environment in a school that prioritises staff well-being, support and professional development.

The Charter Schools Educational Trust is committed to equality and diversity and to being a family where everyone can be themselves. As an already diverse school we actively seek to be representative of our local communities, including gender, ethnicity, religion, age, and all other aspects of diversity. We actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds to join our team.

We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, and staff networks to provide a supportive environment in the workplace where members can receive peer to peer support.

The Charter Schools Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be sought and the successful applicant will need to undertake an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

Our School and Trust:

• The Charter School East Dulwich is an oversubscribed, fully inclusive, diverse, mixed 11-18 comprehensive school centred on core values of Working Hard, Care, Curiosity and Integrity.
• Access for all to high quality Teaching and Learning is a priority, with our Year 11 and 13 cohorts excelling and achieving well above national average.
• Staff and senior leaders bring energy and motivation to the school to ensure standards of excellence, and a culture where all students and staff are given breadth of opportunity and are valued. We focus on a research based, impactful approach to school improvement.
• As part of The Charter School Educational Trust we benefit from The Charles Dickens Research School, The London South Teaching Hub and working with a team of schools committed to excellence in education in South-East London.

We are looking for a colleague who:

• Is a skilled, versatile and driven Science Teacher with a passion for delivering an excellent Science provision to students across Years 7 to 13.
• Consistently models excellent practice and has students' academic progress and personal development at the core of their professional motivation.
• Wants an exciting opportunity to work in a vibrant, diverse and growing organisation.
• Is keen to work collaboratively within the wider Science team.

In return, you will get:

• The chance to work in a highly successful and positive Science Team which achieves excellent results.
• The opportunity to work with colleagues from across a diverse and growing Trust.
• A professionally stimulating and collaborative working environment in a school that prioritises staff well-being, support and professional development.

The Charter Schools Educational Trust is committed to equality and diversity and to being a family where everyone can be themselves. As an already diverse school we actively seek to be representative of our local communities, including gender, ethnicity, religion, age, and all other aspects of diversity. We actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds to join our team.

We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, and staff networks to provide a supportive environment in the workplace where members can receive peer to peer support.

The Charter Schools Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be sought and the successful applicant will need to undertake an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.