Teacher of Science

Teaching Vacancies; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded educational institution in Lewisham seeks an enthusiastic Teacher of Science to cover maternity leave from November 2025. The role involves teaching KS3 to KS4. Candidates must have Qualified Teacher Status, a passion for education, and the ability to engage students in a supportive environment. The school offers excellent CPD opportunities and promotes work-life balance.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction programme

CPD opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Ability to teach across all age and ability ranges.
• Effective classroom teacher with experience in raising achievement.
• Willingness to fully participate in school life.

Responsibilities

• Teach Science across KS3 to KS4.
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Engage in the school's extracurricular activities.

Skills

Classroom management

Ability to raise student achievement

Effective communication

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Would you like to join in a popular, oversubscribed school that CARES, where Community, Ambition, Resilience, Effort and Success are valued, all within a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment?

We wish to appoint an enthusiastic and ambitious Teacher of Science to teach across KS3 to KS4 from November 2025. This post is offered on a one year fixed term contract to cover the substantive post holder’s maternity leave.

The successful candidate will have the ability to teach across all age and ability ranges. You will be an effective classroom teacher with the ability to raise the achievement of all students and be keen to play a full part in the life of the school. The Science Faculty has state of the art facilities including 8 science classroom laboratories and an ICT suite.

Applications from ECTs are welcome as the school has a strong ECT training and support programme.

Prendergast Ladywell School is part of the Leathersellers’ Federation of Schools; we believe that all our students can achieve excellence and that they deserve the very best teachers and resources to reach their potential. Our caring environment values achievement and we insist on tolerance and mutual respect.

If you are someone who puts students first and is prepared to go the extra mile for every one of our students, then we want to hear from you.

Closing Date: 9:30am, Monday 13 October 2025

Interviews: Friday 17 October 2025

Please note CVs are not accepted.

What the school offers its staff

You will have the opportunity to work with a forward thinking school leadership team. We are committed to providing excellent CPD for teachers including the accredited National Award for Middle Leaders (NPQML). We provide a comprehensive and supportive induction programme for all new members of staff. You will also have access to a rich and varied CPD programme within the school and across the Federation.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and are committed to creating a work environment that is enjoyable and flexible. We encourage you to discuss your flexible working requirements with us during the recruitment process, so we can find the best working solution for you and your role.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Leathersellers’ Federation of Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references qualifications, experience checks, medical clearance, enhanced DBS checks, social media checks and documentary evidence showing your entitlement to work in the UK.