Subject Teacher with Science Specialism

Wmjobs; Redditch; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Forge Secondary Short Stay School in Redditch is seeking a motivated Subject Teacher with a Science specialism to join our team and inspire pupils aged 11–16 who are excluded or near exclusion. You will teach with a focus on science while supporting academic and pastoral development.

Our timetable features small-group teaching and a curriculum spanning Reading, English, Maths, Science, PE, Art, Cooking, PSHE and computing.

Qualifications

• Motivated, inspirational teacher with a passion for science.
• Experience teaching pupils aged 11-16, including SEMH considerations.
• Willingness to be a form tutor and teach across subjects occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Teach science and other subjects as needed.
• Support pupils academically and pastorally.
• Deliver engaging lessons in small groups and contribute to wider curriculum.

Skills

Science teaching

Pastoral support

Curriculum planning

Behaviour management

Job description

Job Title: Subjet Teacher with Science Specialism
Salary: MPS/UPS (plus SEN Allowance) £32,916 - £45,242 per annum
Hours: 32.5
Location: The Forge Secondary Short Stay School, 215 Easemore Road, Redditch, B98 8HF
Permanent Term Time

We are looking to appoint a motivated, inspirational, and enthusiastic Teacher who has a passion for science to join our successful team, working with pupils aged 11-16 years who have been excluded or are close to being excluded from school. Pupils are referred to us by schools and the Local Authority.

We are looking for a versatile teacher who is passionate about ensuring pupils succeed both academically and pastorally. All our staff engage in supporting and nurturing our pupils to ensure they have the best experience at our school. Our ideal candidate may already have experience teaching in our kind of setting or have worked with young people who experience SEMH challenges.

Working on a model which is like a primary setting, they remain in their form room for over half of their timetable and are taught in small groups. Our curriculum focuses on Reading, English, Maths, Science, PE and Art, Cooking, PSHE, and computing. Your role may involve teaching other subjects occasionally and being a form tutor.

If you are looking for a role which will be exciting, professionally demanding, stimulating, and rewarding, then we would like to hear from you.

We actively encourage you to visit our school, if you would like to find out more or would like to arrange a visit to the school, please contact the Business Operations Manager, Kelly Butler on 01527 597936 or [e-mail]. Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)
This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care.

Equality & Diversity: We are committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: Monday 18th October 2026
Anticipated Interview Date: Friday 21st October 2026

Attached documents
Subject Teacher (Science specialism) Job Descrip and Person Spec.docx