Teacher of Science

Catholic Recruitment; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Oaklands Catholic Academy invites applications for an enthusiastic Science teacher. This part-time role may be made full-time for an applicant who can offer PE or Maths as an additional subject.

Applications from ECTs are warmly welcomed. Oaklands serves 11-18 students, with strong community support and a commitment to continued professional development for its staff.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to deliver engaging science lessons and assess pupils effectively.
• Willingness to contribute to wider school life and professional development.
• ECTs welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality science teaching to pupils aged 11-18.
• Support the development of the school’s science curriculum.
• Participate in safeguarding and welfare duties in line with the school's policies.

Job description

The Trustees are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Science teacher.

This is a part time position, but full time would be considered for applicants who can offer either PE or Maths as an additional subject

Applications from ECTs are warmly welcomed.

Oaklands is a Catholic Academy taking in boys and girls from 11-18. There are over 1,300 students on roll, including a Sixth Form College of 250 students. It is a well-established, oversubscribed comprehensive school, which is well supported by parents and highly respected in the community.

The successful candidate will be an outstanding teacher who can demonstrate exceptional classroom practice that reflects contemporary and traditional thinking in teaching and learning.

Oaklands values continued professional development, and as such opportunities will be made available for further career enhancement.

Candidates who have extremely high expectations and are keen to take a full and active role in developing the wider life of the school are encouraged to apply.

If you are a Catholic you will understand the distinctiveness of Catholic schools such as Oaklands and this will be attractive to you. You do not have to be a Catholic to work at Oaklands; the Governors welcome applications from candidates of differing faith backgrounds or none, who can be supportive of the school ethos.

This 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 successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Please note that as we are a Catholic School, all applications must be submitted on forms from the Catholic Education Service.

Closing date: Wednesday 21st October 2026 (12.00noon)

Interviews: Friday 23rd October 2026

The following documents can also be found on the website via the Staff / Vacancies page:

Application Form

Notes to Applicants

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

Disclosure Form Recruitment Monitoring Form