Science Teacher

OFG Education; Worcester; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Your Wellbeing Matters

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Health, wellbeing and insurance

UK discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

OFG Education is seeking a Science Teacher for Norton College in Worcester. You will deliver engaging Science lessons to support student achievement, with small class sizes and strong pastoral support. The role offers a permanent, term-time contract with November 2026 start and a salary up to £43,000 per annum, depending on experience.

UK Applicants only; sponsorship not provided. You’ll join a caring, ambitious team committed to personalised education and safeguarding, with ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching Science at secondary level.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to deliver creative, engaging and accessible Science lessons.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and differentiated Science lessons that meet individual learning needs.
• Create a positive, structured and inclusive learning environment.
• Support students to achieve their academic, social and emotional goals.
• Monitor progress and adapt teaching strategies to maximise outcomes.
• Develop and review personalised learning plans and targets.
• Work collaboratively with support staff, families and other professionals.
• Promote confidence, independence, resilience and positive behaviour.
• Contribute to school improvement initiatives and uphold safeguarding responsibilities.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

Science teaching at secondary

Strong communication

Creative teaching

Safeguarding commitment

Adaptable approach

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

At OFG Education we put wellbeing first by giving our teams more time to recharge

Position: Science Teacher

Location: Norton College – Worcester, Worcester WR5 2BA

Salary: Up to £43.000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am–4.00pm

Contract: Permanent | Term time only

Start: November 2026

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

Are you a passionate Science Teacher looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference every day?

This is more than just teaching Science. It's an opportunity to engage, motivate and inspire students who benefit from a more personalised approach to learning. With small class sizes, excellent support and the freedom to be creative in your teaching, you'll have the time and resources to help every student succeed.

You'll deliver engaging and practical Science lessons that build confidence, develop independence and encourage a love of learning. Working as part of a dedicated and supportive team, you'll help students overcome barriers, celebrate achievements and achieve outcomes they never thought possible.

Whether you're an experienced Science Teacher or a teacher looking to move into specialist education, you'll receive ongoing support, training and professional development to help you thrive.

This is a rewarding opportunity to join a caring, ambitious environment where your expertise is valued, your wellbeing matters and your work has a lasting impact.

What you will be doing

• Deliver engaging and differentiated Science lessons that meet individual learning needs.
• Create a positive, structured and inclusive learning environment.
• Support students to achieve their academic, social and emotional goals.
• Monitor progress and adapt teaching strategies to maximise outcomes.
• Develop and review personalised learning plans and targets.
• Work collaboratively with support staff, families and other professionals.
• Promote confidence, independence, resilience and positive behaviour.
• Contribute to school improvement initiatives and uphold safeguarding responsibilities.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification required.
• Experience teaching Science at secondary level.
• A passion for helping young people achieve their full potential.
• The ability to deliver creative, engaging and accessible Science lessons.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach to teaching.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

About Us

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve.

Whatever your role, joining OFG Education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.

About Our College

Norton College is an Independent specialist school for secondary students aged 11-19 based in Worcester.

We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales