Teacher of Science

Thornleigh Salesian College; Bolton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD package

Staff wellbeing team

Wellbeing package

Job summary

Thornleigh Salesian College in Bolton is seeking a dynamic Science teacher on a 12-month fixed-term contract from 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2027, to cover maternity leave. The post is full-time and part of a well-resourced Science department.

The ideal candidate will be a flexible and creative teacher, committed to high standards, with a passion for inspiring students and a strong focus on professional development within a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• A dynamic classroom practitioner with a clear sense of purpose and high expectations.
• Flexible and creative teacher able to inspire and enthuse.
• Committed to high standards and excellence for all.
• Dedicated to your own professional development.

Responsibilities

• Teach Science to the assigned year groups.
• Maintain high standards and drive excellence in teaching and learning.
• Contribute to a well-resourced, supportive Science department.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and collaboration.

Skills

Dynamic classroom practitioner

Creative teacher

Job description

Teacher of Science

Scale: T1 T9

Full time

12 months fixed term from 1st January 2027 31st December 2027

(to cover a maternity leave)

If you are:

A dynamic classroom practitioner with a clear sense of purpose and high expectations

A flexible and creative teacher able to inspire and enthuse

A teacher committed to high standards and excellence for all

Someone who teaches with enthusiasm and generates real excitement in their subject

Dedicated to your own professional development

We can offer:

• The opportunity of working in a well-resourced, innovative and supportive Science department.
• Opportunities to collaborate with outstanding and dynamic teaching professionals
• Excellent professional development opportunities
• A supportive and generous well-being offer
• Supportive staff wellbeing team who host a staff briefing every Friday morning whereby breakfast is provided for all.
• Recognition and reward for the weekly nominated staff member of the week
• Frequent staff surveys and SLT focus groups
• A supportive and comprehensive CPD package
• A new starter induction programme and coffee morning
• Quarterly well-being coffee and cake support groups
• External invigilators are employed to protect curriculum time to support teaching staff with marking during busy periods.
• Clear directed time with teacher meetings minimised to one meeting per week.

Staff also have access to the Schools Advisory Wellbeing Package which have a wide range of complementary wellbeing services and can offer support as follows:

• Unlimited Counselling
• Cancer and Chronic Conditions Support
• GP Phone Consultations Menopause Support
• Physiotherapy and much more

Closing Date: 9am Monday 28th September 2026

Interview Date: TBC

This school 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 required to complete an enhanced DBS check.

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview.

Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process.