Teacher of Science

Swale Academies Trust; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant school community as a Teacher of Science at a leading Multi-Academy Trust. This role offers the chance to inspire students and contribute to their academic success. The school values work-life balance and offers excellent professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Teachers Pension Scheme

Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive

Discounts with local and national retailers

Access to training and development

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

On-site Parking

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic practitioner who loves working with young people.
• Able to contribute fully to the life of the school.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and inspire students in Science.
• Deliver examination qualifications at Key Stage 4 and 5.

Skills

Team Player

Passionate about Teaching Science

Classroom Practitioner

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

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• Meopham School
• MPS/UPS
• September 2025
• Interviews: w/c 19th May 2025
  
  
  

TES Applications

Kent Teach Applications

Meopham School is looking to recruit a Teacher of Science who can motivate and inspire our students. We are looking for an enthusiastic practitioner who loves their subject, loves working with young people and is passionate about creating a better future for everyone.

This is an excellent opportunity for either an early career teacher or an experienced teacher looking for a new and exciting challenge. The school offers the opportunity to deliver examination qualifications at Key Stage 4 and 5 (or specify relevant key stages).

The successful candidate will be:

• An excellent classroom practitioner.
• Passionate about teaching Science.
• A team player who will fit in well with our existing department.
• Able and willing to make a full contribution to the life of the school.
  
  
  

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Join us to benefit from:

• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Teachers Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
• Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
• Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
• Access to training and development
• Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
• Cycle to Work scheme
• On-site Parking
  
  
  

Ready to join us?

If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Ethan Roberts, Headteacher, at [e-mail] or 01474 814646.

Applications should be made via TES/Kent Teach or by submitting a SAT Application Form to [e-mail] . Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact [e-mail] or 01795 905989.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

TES advert for applications: https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/teacher-of-science-kent-2217602

Kent Teach advert for applications: https://www.kent-teach.com/Recruitment/Vacancy/VacancyDetails.aspx?VacancyId=146221

Our School –

Meopham School is a vibrant and ambitious 11-18 school with a strong community ethos. This helps create a supportive and inspiring climate for success. Students at Meopham School are valued and nurtured as individuals.

In April 2023 Ofsted awarded the school with a ‘Good’ grading in all areas, drawing attention to the fact that, “pupils are proud to attend this inclusive and positive school. They value the supportive and nurturing relationships they have with staff.” We have exceptionally high standards where we value the hard work which makes it possible for every student and staff member to fulfil their potential. We are proud that visitors to our school often comment on the mature and courteous manner in which our students present themselves.

We are part of Swale Academies Trust, a leading Multi-Academy Trust for school improvement.

Our Vision -

At Meopham School, we work in unity to create an exciting future for every individual, by instilling a culture of tenacity and excellence that both respects and truly improves the lives of all those within our school community.

We’re a supportive, friendly, approachable team who all work together because we all believe in the same thing: that our job, as educators, is to make the world - and its future - a better place. If you believe in the same thing too, then we warmly welcome you to come and take a look at what our school has to offer.

Please visit https://www.meophamschool.org.uk/ for more information.

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