Teacher of Science

Hanham Woods Academy; West of England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Wellbeing support

Health benefits

Cycle to work scheme

On-site parking

Job summary

Hanham Woods Academy is seeking an inspirational Teacher of Science to deliver engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4 and to inspire a love of science in all students.

You will be a qualified teacher with secure subject knowledge in Science, committed to high expectations, inclusion, and professional development within the CLF Trust, with opportunities to participate in enrichment activities and STEM initiatives.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with secure subject knowledge in Science.
• Ability to deliver the Science curriculum and high-quality lessons.
• Commitment to supporting all learners, including diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Teach all three Science subjects to KS3 and KS4.
• Deliver outstanding science lessons and promote curiosity and learning.
• Contribute to the wider life of the academy, including enrichment, STEM activities, trips and clubs.
• Engage in professional development within the Trust and with colleagues.

Skills

Qualified teacher

Science expertise

Communication skills

STEM enrichment

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

Job Title: Teacher of Science

Actual Annual Salary: £34,069 - £46,040 (M1-M6)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full-time, 32.5 hours per week

Provisional Start Date: January 2027

Your opportunity to deliver outstanding Science lessons and inspire the next generation of scientists.

We are looking for an inspirational Teacher of Science to teach all three Science subjects to KS3 and KS4 with a passion for delivering excellent educational experiences for our students. You will have the opportunity to use your subject expertise to play a key role in championing the success and life chances of all children in our trust. Our commitment to high expectations, a joy-filled contemporary curriculum and excellent teaching means that we can create more opportunities for the lifelong success of our pupils as they grow into confident, capable young adults.

About you

You will be:

• be a qualified teacher (or hold an equivalent teaching qualification) with secure subject knowledge in Science.
• be able to deliver the Science curriculum effectively and teach consistently high-quality lessons, promoting curiosity and a love of learning.
• be committed to supporting the needs of all learners, including pupil premium students, looked-after children, those with SEND, EAL learners and higher-attaining pupils.
• have strong communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with students, colleagues and families.
• be willing to contribute to the wider life of the academy, including enrichment opportunities, STEM activities, trips and clubs.
• demonstrate a commitment to your own professional development, making the most of the support available within the academy and Trust.
• be developing competence across the Teachers' Standards, appropriate to career stage.

Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.

About Hanham Woods Academy:

Hanham Woods Academy is a secondary school located within the outskirts of Bristol and South Gloucestershire, delivering education to more than 800 pupils aged 11-16. It is one of the most improved academies in the South West, and has a growing reputation both locally and regionally.

While we appreciate the unique setting in which the academy is placed, we work hard to challenge students from a variety of backgrounds to be the best they can be in all areas of life. Our mission here is simple: we want to give people the best chance of success, underpinned by our ethos of 'Dream Big, Work Hard, Be Kind'. We want students to 'climb the mountain' in order to achieve success both academically and by developing a confident, resilient and hard-working character.

Why CLF?

We are a diverse and inclusive community of 37 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we’re all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.

We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population and our communities. We strongly believe that representation matters.

We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

What we can offer you:

• Access to the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing support for career development and wellbeing.
• Sector-leading professional development entitlement and opportunities.
• Collaboration with colleagues across the trust through subject communities and specialist networks.
• Shared CLF curriculum, written and curated by trust experts, reducing individual teacher workload.
• Career enhancing and progression opportunities within the trust and through the CLF Institute.
• A collaborative culture which supports workload.
• Well-being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.
• A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.
• Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking and many more!

Recruitment timeline:

Closing Date:1 November 2026

Shortlisting: 2 November 2026

Interviews: To be confirmed

We welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment.

As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs – a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.

Skilled Worker sponsorship:

Skilled Worker sponsorship: This role may be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, subject to the candidate meeting the applicable Home Office eligibility and salary requirements. Full-time and 0.8 FTE positions will generally meet the required salary threshold; for other part-time working arrangements, eligibility will depend on the salary applicable to the role and the candidate's working pattern. To help us assess whether sponsorship may be available, we encourage candidates who require sponsorship to provide their current salary information when completing the application form.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist.