Science Teacher

North Star; West of England; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Training & development

Career progression

Job summary

North Star is seeking a Science Teacher to deliver the KS3 and KS4 curriculum in a SEMH setting. The role includes tutoring duties and a flexible approach to meet diverse student needs, contributing to safeguarding and inclusive practice.

We value strong collaboration within a supportive team, with an emphasis on safeguarding, student potential, and a commitment to professional development and career progression.

Qualifications

• A good knowledge of SEMH education and/or Autistic Spectrum Conditions / Learning difficulties & other special needs (e.g. trauma & attachment).
• Excellent knowledge of the KS3 and KS4 Science curriculum.
• Experience with the use of assessment data and implementing strategies for raising achievement of pupils with SEMH.
• Commitment to working collaboratively as part of a team to actively promote inclusion and safeguarding of all pupils.
• Experience of managing HLTAs and/or LSAs in the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Science across KS3 and KS4 with flexibility to tutor a class.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and foster an inclusive learning environment.
• Contribute to safeguarding and support pupils with SEMH and complex needs.

Skills

SEMH knowledge

KS3/KS4 science

assessment data

team collaboration

HLTA/LSA management

Job description

Science Teacher at North Star 265°

New

• Job Reference #: EDV/2026/NS2/32086
• Location: Hallen Drive, Bristol, Bristol, BS9 2NT
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Contract Term: Full-Time
• Salary: £32,951.00 - £45,351.00 Annually (Actual)
• MPS plus SEN 1 or 2 depending on experience
• Hours Per Week: 32.5
• Closing Date: Midnight, Mon 12th Oct, 2026
• Positions Available: 1

About this Role

We are looking for a Science specialist who is able to deliver to classes across KS3 and KS4, ideally with a background within an SEMH school. As well as teaching Science, we require all our teachers to be tutors for a class and to have a flexible approach. The ideal candidate will bring with them a range of teaching expertise and interests that can be offered to our students to give them an enriched curriculum.

Like us, you will be passionate about safeguarding, deeply committed to releasing potential, and determined to make a difference every day. You will bring our innovative curriculum to life as you maintain good order and discipline, engage pupils with SEN, and stimulate children of all abilities to reach their full potential. We will give you real scope to develop the social, emotional and cultural aspects of our pupils' learning, and encourage you to set clear targets for both behaviour and academic achievement. This means you will enjoy plenty of autonomy and wide-ranging opportunities to shape the way we work.

We are looking for a teacher with:

• A good knowledge of SEMH education and/or Autistic Spectrum Conditions / Learning difficulties & other special needs e.g. an understanding of trauma and attachment
• Excellent knowledge of the KS3 and KS4 Science curriculum
• Experience with the use of assessment data and implementing strategies for raising achievement of pupils with SEMH
• A commitment to working collaboratively as part of a team to actively promote inclusion and ensure the safeguarding of all pupils
• Experience of managing HLTAs and/or LSAs in the classroom

You will be part of:

• A dedicated team of staff who strive for excellence
• A caring and inclusive ethos
• A school which has supportive trustees and parents with high expectations of the school

In return, we offer a competitive salary, pension, a supportive team, training and development and the potential for career progression for the right person.

For further information or to arrange a visit to the school please get in touch.

Safeguarding Statement

North Star Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, online checks and all other safer recruitment requirements. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.