Teacher of Science

KMT Teacher Training; Dartford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Dartford is seeking an exceptional Teacher of Science. The ideal candidate will have a passion for Science and the ability to motivate students. This role offers a competitive salary, access to a teacher pension scheme, and a supportive team environment. Join a forward-thinking department dedicated to excellence in education and enriching student experience.

Benefits

Teacher Pension Scheme

24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service

Collaborative MAT network

Qualifications

• Ability to teach across KS3/KS4, KS5 desirable.
• Experience with AQA specification and MYP curriculum is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and engage students in Science.
• Support the school's academic excellence initiatives.
• Contribute to co-curricular activities.

Skills

Passion for Science

Ability to engage students

Strong subject knowledge

Commitment to academic excellence

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Scale

MPS/UPS based on experience + London Fringe Allowance

Job Summary

Leigh Academy Wilmington is looking for an exceptional Teacher of Science to join our dynamic and forward‑thinking department.

MPS/UPS (London Fringe) + Teacher Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits.

Join Our Inspiring Science Team at Leigh Academy Wilmington!

What You Bring

• A genuine passion for Science, with the ability to motivate and engage students.
• Commitment to academic excellence and a drive to help students succeed.
• Strong subject knowledge, capable of teaching across KS3/KS4 to a range of abilities (KS5 desirable).

Why Join Us

• Be part of a successful, supportive, and forward‑thinking Science team.
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art science labs and equipment.
• Work with 3 dedicated technicians and contribute to exciting co‑curricular activities.
• We offer both Combined and Separate Sciences at KS4 and support the AQA specification and MYP curriculum (experience in these is desirable, but not essential).

Your Career, Your Growth

Whether you’re a newly qualified teacher or a seasoned pro, you’ll find a place to grow and develop within our department and the wider academy. We’re committed to supporting your journey to excellence.

This is a permanent position which offers a competitive salary based on experience (MPS/UPS) + London Fringe Allowance.

Ready to spark curiosity and ignite a love for science? Apply today and be a part of Wilmington Academy’s continued success!

Working with Us at Leigh Academy Wilmington

Leigh Academy Wilmington, rated Outstanding by Ofsted in May 2023, provides a world‑class education with a focus on academic excellence, personal growth, and community engagement. As an IB World School, we integrate the International Baccalaureate philosophy throughout our curriculum.

Our students, from diverse backgrounds, achieve exceptional results, with our value‑added scores placing us in the top national band for similar schools. We offer the IB Career‑related Programme for sixth formers and the IB Middle Years Programme for Key Stage 3. Students benefit from a calm, purposeful environment, extensive enrichment opportunities, and a strong pastoral program that prepares them for university or high‑level apprenticeships.

We are a forward‑thinking and supportive community, committed to professional development for our staff. We work collaboratively to ensure all students flourish and are well‑prepared for a complex world.

Please click here to view our website, to find out more about Leigh Academy Wilmington.

Applying for this Opportunity

Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you’d like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don’t hesitate to contact Charlotte Herberts (Recruitment Advisor): [e-mail]/01634 412 245.

To support your application, we recommend viewing the Job Pack by clicking here, which outlines the full role responsibilities and person specification. This will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we’re looking for.

Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity

Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates – you can read more about it on our Careers site. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.