Science Teacher

Lea Manor High School; Luton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction programme

CPD opportunities

Refer a friend

Generous pension

Employee assistance

Employee of the month

Diverse workplace

Job summary

Lea Manor High School in Luton is seeking an outstanding Science Teacher to join our Scientific department on a permanent, full-time basis. The role is paid on the MPS/UPS scale with a January 2027 start date.

We look for positive, resilient and ambitious colleagues who can inspire pupils to achieve the highest standards, contribute to a supportive pastoral environment, and thrive within the Chiltern Learning Trust's collaborative ethos.

Qualifications

• Outstanding science teaching ability.
• Positive, resilient and ambitious approach.
• Ability to help pupils achieve high standards.

Responsibilities

• Encourage learning enabling pupils to achieve the highest standards.
• Support the wellbeing, education and discipline of all pupils.
• Engage with the Chiltern Learning Trust community and colleagues.

Skills

Positive attitude

Resilience

Ambition

Job description

Science Teacher

Full time Salary: MPS / UPS

Job start: January 2027

Location: Lea Manor High School, Luton

Contract term: Permanent

Following a historic and highly successful Ofsted inspection in January 2026, we are proud to announce that Lea Manor High School has been recognised as a beacon of educational excellence. This achievement marks a period of truly transformational change for our community. We have moved beyond simple improvement to fundamentally redefine the aspirations of our students, establishing outstanding provision as our daily standard. We have cultivated an environment where academic rigor meets deep pastoral care—a place where students do not just attend, but flourish.

We are looking for an outstanding Science Teacher to join our Scientific department. We are looking for Teachers who are positive, resilient and ambitious who want to change the life chances of our children. You should be able to encourage learning which enables pupils to achieve the highest possible standards as well as share and support the corporate responsibility for the well-being, education and discipline of all pupils.

As a proud member of the Chiltern Learning Trust—an outstanding and progressive multi-academy trust in Bedfordshire—we offer a collaborative environment where no two days are the same.

Full training, support and induction will be provided.

We offer a range of employee benefits:

• A comprehensive induction programme and a supportive working environment including access to Teaching School Hubs and Initial Teacher Training
• Exceptional CPD and development / promotional opportunities
• Refer a friend scheme
• Generous pension schemes
• Employee assistance programme
• Employee of the month scheme
• Diverse workplace

The closing date for applications is 9am on Tuesday 29th September 2026. Interviews will be held shortly after.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Visit our website: www.leamanorhighschool.org

Follow us on Twitter: @leamanorschool

We thank you for your interest in this role.