Science Teacher

Wayman Education; Hertford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Hertfordshire seeks an experienced Science Teacher to join in September 2025. This role offers the opportunity to lead strategic initiatives in Science education and a potential Teaching and Learning Responsibility (TLR). Ideal candidates will demonstrate a proven track record in fostering high-achieving student cohorts and curriculum leadership.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Progressive leadership team support

Qualifications

• Proven track record of strong results in Science.
• Experience in leading curriculum development and creating challenging resources.
• Ability to motivate and challenge students across all abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic initiatives for departmental development.
• Drive pedagogical excellence and innovative teaching methodologies.
• Mentor students aspiring to study Science at top universities.

Skills

Pedagogical Skills

Curriculum Development

Scientific Principles

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Elevate Your Career: Drive Strategic Impact in Science at Our Incredible Hertfordshire Independent School (September 2025 Start - Potential TLR for Departmental Development)

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and highly accomplished Science Teacher looking to further their career within a high-achieving and forward-thinking independent school in the beautiful county of Hertfordshire. This role, commencing in September 2025, offers significant autonomy, the chance to shape the future of Science provision across Key Stage 3, 4, and 5, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on our students' scientific understanding and problem-solving abilities, with the potential for a substantial Teaching and Learning Responsibility (TLR) focused on departmental development.

As our Teacher of Science, joining us in September 2025, with a significant role in A-Level teaching, you will:

• Lead Strategic Initiatives (TLR Focus): With the potential TLR, you will take a prominent role in an area vital to departmental improvement, such as developing cutting-edge resources, leading a specific scientific discipline (e.g., Head of Biology/Chemistry/Physics at a specific level), or overseeing a major STEM project.
• Drive Pedagogical Excellence: Have the opportunity to implement and champion innovative teaching methodologies, incorporate advanced experimental techniques and contemporary research, and explore cutting-edge scientific concepts relevant to university-level study and global challenges, with a clear focus on the demands of A-Level.
• Mentor and Champion Talent: Act as a role model and mentor for students with a passion for Science, fostering their aspirations for further study at top universities and careers in scientific research, medicine, engineering, or technology.
• Collaborate with a Dynamic & Visionary Department: Work alongside a team of expert and passionate Science specialists, sharing best practices and contributing strategically to the overall success and continued excellent performance of the department.
• Benefit from Strategic Professional Growth: Access unparalleled professional development opportunities tailored to your expertise and leadership aspirations, supported by a progressive leadership team that values the importance of scientific education.

We're seeking a highly experienced and qualified Science teacher with a proven track record of strong results across all key stages. Experience in leading curriculum development, developing challenging resources, and fostering high-achieving student cohorts is highly desirable. You will possess a profound understanding of scientific principles, exceptional pedagogical skills, and the ability to motivate and challenge students of all abilities, with a particular focus on the demands of Key Stage 5. If you're ready to take the next significant step in your career and drive strategic impact within an incredible educational environment in Hertfordshire, starting in September 2025, we strongly encourage you to apply.

Make a significant impact and lead Science innovation at our incredible Hertfordshire school, with a potential TLR for departmental development, commencing September 2025!