Teacher of Science

Joseph Leckie Academy; Walsall; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Joseph Leckie Academy invites applications for an inspiring classroom teacher to join our expanding Science department in Walsall. We welcome experienced teachers and early career teachers (ECTs) who want to grow in a supportive environment with 13 specialist laboratories and opportunities to teach GCSE, A-Level and BTEC courses.

The Science Faculty is supported by a strong team and leadership, with a commitment to promoting STEM and high expectations for students.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to motivate and inspire learners across key stages.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusion.
• Experience delivering science at GCSE and potentially A-level or BTECApplied Science.

Responsibilities

• Deliver GCSE Combined Science and/or Separate Science; teach across all three science disciplines.
• Contribute to curriculum development within the Science Faculty.
• Support students′ personal, social and emotional development alongside academic progress.
• Engage in safeguarding, student welfare and collaboration with staff and parents.

Skills

Motivating students

Inspiring learners

Safeguarding awareness

Team collaboration

Education

QTS or equivalent

Honours degree in Biology, Chemistry or Physics

Job description

Are you passionate about teaching Science?

• Do you have the drive, determination and ambition to be an excellent teacher of Science?
• Are you committed to making a difference to the lives of young people in Walsall?

Joseph Leckie Academy are seeking to appoint an inspiring and enthusiastic classroom teacher to join our dynamic and expanding Science department. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher or an early career teacher (ECT), looking to start your career or expand your experience.

The Science Faculty is comprised of a large team of experienced teachers and middle leaders, including a Head of Faculty, Key Stage Leaders, Lead Practitioner, teaching assistants and technicians, all who offer a wealth of support and professional advice to staff at all levels. There are 13 specialist laboratories for practical lessons, as well as access to computer rooms for vocational coursework. We are passionate about promoting STEM subjects and, as such, offer AQA Trilogy Combined Science and AQA Separate Science, Pearson BTEC Level 3 Applied Science and all three A-Level disciplines, with the hope to begin offering AAQs in 2026.

Our most recent Ofsted inspection (February 2026) recognised the strength of our provision, noting:

• “Every pupil who walks through the door of Joseph Leckie Academy is treated as an individual with potential.”
• “Leaders are ambitious for all pupils and are relentless in their drive to ensure that their needs are met.”
• “School leaders are passionate about improving pupils' life chances.”

This is an exciting time to join a school with strong standards and a culture built on high expectations, inclusion and continuous improvement.

If you believe that you have the passion, skills and abilities to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Why join Joseph Leckie Academy?

You will be part of a school where:

• Inclusion is a genuine strength — “leaders work closely with families… to support pupils to thrive both academically and socially”.
• Staff are well supported and part of a skilled and collaborative team.
• Students are engaged, respectful and proud of their school.
• There is a clear commitment to continuous improvement and excellence.
• Staff across the Academy are friendly and supportive.
• High levels of staff retention.
• A high focus on staff well-being with staff social events, gym access, school counsellor, well-being coordinator for staff and an employee assistance programme.
• A large Academy with high standards and an ambitious desire to better the lives of our students and impact further on our wider community.

You will have/show:

• QTS or equivalent and an honours degree in Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
• Practical skills and expertise as outlined in the Job description.
• A passion and vision for working with students in their personal, social and emotional needs as well as their academic development.
• The ability to motivate and inspire students.
• Experience of delivering GCSE Combined Science and/or Separate Science is essential and preferably also Single Science in at least one of the specialist areas, though it is expected you will teach all three areas.
• The ability to teach A Level in one of the three areas or BTEC Applied Science at KS5 is highly desirable.
• The passion to enrich the lives of our students and contribute to the development of Cultural Capital to enhance the life opportunities for our students.
• A clear understanding of the importance of Safeguarding.
• A recruitment payment may be awarded for the successful candidate with the right experience(s) in line with the Academy’s Pay Policy.

Application process:

Please see the attached job description and person specification. When completing their application through My New Term, applicants should address how their experience to date has led them to apply for this post and how they meet the person specification.

Joseph Leckie Academy is an equal opportunities employer and fully committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of students and candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Closing date for applications: 9.00am on Monday 19th October 2026

Interviews: Week commencing Monday 19th October 2026

Joseph Leckie Academy reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the deadline.