Science Teacher

Outwood Grange Academies Trust; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers' Pension Scheme

CPD opportunities

Workload Charter

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Outwood Academy Bydales, part of Outwood Grange Academies Trust, is seeking a dedicated Teacher of Science for a temporary role from January 2027 to 31 August 2027. The academy serves an 11-16 cohort in Marske-by-the-Sea with excellent facilities and a strong track record in science attainment.

The successful candidate will join a dynamic department with six labs and robust support, delivering AQA qualifications and opportunities for professional growth within the Outwood Institute of Education

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant discipline and QTS.
• Recent teaching experience with KS3/KS4.
• Ability to use AfL and data to raise standards.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality science lessons using varied strategies.
• Use student data to identify development areas and raise attainment.
• Collaborate within the department and share good practice.
• Maintain high expectations and effective communication with students and parents.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

ICT literacy

Education

Degree in Science or related discipline

QTS Teaching Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Role: Teacher of Science (Temporary in the first instance until 31 August 2027)

Academy: Outwood Academy Bydales

Start Date: January 2027

Salary: MPS/UPS

Working Pattern: Full Time

Are you a dedicated and highly effective educator committed to raising the achievement of all students within your subject area? Join us as a Teacher, where you will be instrumental in delivering high-quality learning, utilising a range of teaching and learning strategies to ensure student success. This position requires a professional who is aware of strategies for improving learning, understands curriculum developments, and is creative in finding solutions to enhance student performance.

Welcome From The Principal

Outwood Academy Bydales is an 11-16 school located in the beautiful coastal village of Marske-by-the-Sea, close to the North York Moors National Park and with spectacular views of the coastline. We are extremely proud of our tradition of serving the families of the community of Marske and surrounding areas. Our recent Ofsted Inspection recognised the many strengths of the school as we secured judgements of Good across all areas. The report was extremely positive and had many highlights, including that we were an ambitious school with high standards, staff care deeply for pupils, pupils are happy and demonstrate industrious attitudes to learning and pupils experience great success.

About The Department

We are looking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic and inspirational teacher of science to join our experienced department with 6 fully equipped science labs and excellent technical support. This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who really wants to make a difference to the lives of young people. Our single goal is ‘Students First’ and you will be joining a strong team of professionals led by an experienced head of department working to this sole aim. Student outcomes are excellent year on year. Studying the AQA specifications, our top set of students study separate sciences with the remainder studying Higher and Foundation Combined Science. In 2025 across all science subjects, triple and combined, 76% of grades were at least grade 4 and above, 50% grade 5 and above and 25% grade 7 and above. Many of our students go on to pursue A Levels in science subjects post 16. We also run several enrichment activities at the end of the school day aimed at both supporting students in the run up to GCSEs and to widen the experiences of the subject by offering a KS3 science club. Outwood Grange Academies Trust provides a high-quality learning and cultural environment that inspires and motivates children. Whether you are ambitious for progression or determined to be an outstanding classroom teacher, Outwood Academy Bydales is the place for you. Leadership development, succession planning and capacity building are major priorities for the Trust as this enables us to facilitate rapid progression for those who want to advance either in the classroom or at a leadership level. You will be well supported by an experienced team of teachers and Subject School Improvement Partners as you work to raise attainment levels and offer an engaging curriculum experience that focuses on teaching for understanding.

If you require any further information or you would like a tour of the academy, please contact Rob McGreal (Principal) via email at [e-mail], or Richard House, Head of Department at [e-mail] or Alison Chiverton (SSIP) at [e-mail] who will be happy to assist.

Responsibilities

The Teacher is expected to implement and use a wide range of teaching and learning strategies within the classroom, applying techniques like Assessment for Learning (AfL) to continually improve student performance. A core duty involves effectively using student level data to identify areas for development and raise standards. This professional must be aware of strategies available for improving the learning and achievement of all students, alongside possessing a good understanding of curriculum developments within their specific subject area. The role requires maintaining high expectations for all students and effectively communicating with students and their parents, both orally and in writing. The teacher is expected to work collaboratively as part of a team, sharing good practice across the department, and demonstrating creativity in problem solving and a willingness to adopt new approaches.

Qualifications

Essential qualifications include a degree in an appropriate discipline related to the relevant subject and a teaching qualification coupled with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Required experience includes recent and relevant teaching experience (either in employment or training) and experience of assessment at Key Stage 3 and 4. The successful candidate will be confident in using standard computer packages (word processing, email, and spreadsheets) and understand how these tools can enhance student learning. The role demands high levels of professionalism, including the ability to relate to students in a pleasant and sympathetic manner, and a capacity to recognise potential child safeguarding issues.

About Us

Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).

What will we do for you?

We offer a comprehensive package focused on career development, fair pay, and well-being:

• Competitive Pay & Pension: Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
• Professional Growth: Access extensive CPD, progression to Masters level, and development via the Outwood Institute of Education and National Institute of Teaching.
• Workload & Support: Committed to a manageable workload via our Workload Charter and guarantee a minimum of two hours of CPD each week.
• Wellbeing & Flexibility: Enhanced occupational leave, flexible family policies, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.

Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.