Teacher of Science

Rivington & Blackrod School; Rivington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivington & Blackrod High School invites applications for a Teacher of Science. The role covers Key Stages 3 and 4, with potential to teach KS5. We seek a highly motivated, inspirational educator with high expectations of standards and achievements who is passionate about science.

Join a welcoming, ambitious community, part of Leverhulme Academy Trust, with strong community links. The closing date 4 October 2026 and safeguarding checks apply; information pack on the Trust website.

Qualifications

• High expectations of standards and achievements.
• Committed, inspirational, enthusiastic and passionate about their subject.
• Able to teach across Key Stages 3 and 4 with potential to teach KS5.

Responsibilities

• Teach science across Key Stages 3 and 4, with potential to teach KS5.
• Collaborate with the Science department to plan and deliver engaging lessons.
• Contribute to a positive, high-achieving learning environment.

Job description

Rivington & Blackrod High School

Teacher of Science

Salary: Main Scale T1 T9

Full Time Permanent Post

Start date Negotiable

We wish to appoint a teacher of science, to work within our busy Science department across key stages 3 and 4, with a potential to teach Key stage 5. We are looking for a teacher with high expectations of standards and achievements who is committed, inspirational, enthusiastic and is passionate about their subject.

The school has strong links with the local community with a heritage of over 450 years and is successful and popular with parents. You will be joining a Staff Team that is committed, welcoming, supportive and friendly. We are an ambitious community committed to young people and supporting them on their journey to achieve their dreams and ambitions.

We strive to meet the needs of every learner; drive them, motivate them and support them to achieve. We celebrate all success and truly believe that every student matters and that it is our job as educators to ensure they know and feel that they matter.

Rivington & Blackrod is part of the Leverhulme Academy Trust and we believe that nurturing and supporting staff in team work and collaboration is essential if we are to provide the highest standard of education for all students within the Trust.

A full information pack which includes the job description and person specification is on the Trust website.

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 4th October 2026

The trust is committed to safer recruitment and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service clearance. The 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 Trust is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from as diverse a group as possible.

Rivington and Blackrod High School is part of Leverhulme Academy Trust, we believe that nurturing and supporting staff in team work and collaboration is essential if we are to provide the highest standard of education for all students within the Trust.

Supporting Documents

Job Description and Person Specification