Second in Science - West Coventry Academy

WEST COVENTRY ACADEMY; Coventry; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

West Coventry Academy seeks a Second in Science for September 2025. The ideal candidate will be an outstanding practitioner committed to raising student attainment and inspiring others. This full-time, permanent role offers a competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Professional Development

Employee Assistance Programme

Competitive Pension Scheme

Wellbeing Days

Qualifications

• Outstanding classroom practitioner with a track record in raising attainment.
• Ability to lead and inspire others.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Science Leadership Team to develop an inspirational department.
• Drive change and improve student outcomes.

Skills

Motivation

Inspiration

Emotional Intelligence

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

The Arthur Terry Learning Partnership is a highly successful Multi Academy Trust (MAT) encompassing 6 secondary schools, 17 primary schools, 1 all-through school, a Teaching School Hub, and School Centred Initial Teacher Training provider. Our schools are based in North Birmingham, Tamworth, Lichfield, North Warwickshire, and Coventry.

Second in Science

Full Time, Permanent

Required for September 2025

A vacancy for a Second in Science has arisen within our Multi Academy Trust. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and outstanding practitioner to join the Arthur Terry Learning Partnership and work in one of our schools.

The successful candidate must demonstrate a successful track record in raising attainment. You will be an outstanding classroom practitioner with the ability to lead and inspire others around you.

With the appetite and ability to drive change, you will work with the Science Leadership Team to further develop an inspirational department with a focus on high standards of teaching. Ultimately, you will help further outcomes for our students.

West Coventry Academy is a vibrant, all-inclusive comprehensive school, located on the outskirts of Warwickshire. Having undergone an exciting development, the new school build boasts a net carbon zero, landscaped building, which is modern, up to date, and student-focused. There are a host of facilities designed with the 21st-century curriculum in mind, including extensive sports facilities, a new swimming pool, state-of-the-art Theatre, Music and Performance studios, Art rooms, an expansive Library, a new Sixth Form Wing, and updated ICT infrastructure with interactive classrooms.

Salary: MPS/UPS £31,650 - £49,084 plus TLR2b (£5,645 per annum) with a £6k recruitment incentive. A recruitment incentive of £2k will be paid at the end of each completed year for 3 years.

Hours: Full time, Permanent

Location: The role will be based at West Coventry Academy, Tile Hill Lane, Coventry, CV4 9PW

Start Date: September 2025

What you will need to succeed

• To share our passion for wanting the very best for our students and schools
• To be committed to keeping our students safe
• Be highly motivated and passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people with the natural ability to inspire and motivate
• Be an outstanding teacher
• Be emotionally intelligent with the ability to build strong working relationships with a variety of stakeholders
• The passion and commitment to work in a fast-paced, challenging yet always rewarding role

What you will get in return

• Professional development is key to our ongoing success, so we invest in your development through training, mentoring, and progression opportunities across our schools and Teaching School Hub
• The opportunity to join our team of leading education experts and propel your career to the next level
• A competitive salary
• An Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits package
• Competitive pension scheme (Teachers Pension Scheme)
• Professional Development & Wellbeing Days

What you need to do now

To apply, please complete an online application form. To arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact Miss Deborah Bell, Assistant Headteacher, at [e-mail].

Please note we do not accept CVs; applications will only be considered if received on an ATLP digital application form.

Interviews will take place as soon as suitable applications are received. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early once a successful appointment has been made.

Closing date: 9am, Tuesday 20 May 2025

Interview date: Thursday 22 May 2025