Teacher of Science

Colton Hills Community School; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community school in Wolverhampton is seeking a dedicated Science teacher specialized in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics, to teach up to A level. The role includes engaging students in a welcoming culture and supporting well-being initiatives. Competitive benefits include pension plans and professional development opportunities. Colton Hills Community School is committed to high standards and safeguarding, with a focus on creating a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

On-site parking

Professional development opportunities

Access to staff benefits platforms

Qualifications

• Has a dedication to teaching and engaging students.
• Enjoys working in diverse community school environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach Science up to A level, including Biology, Chemistry, or Physics.
• Foster a welcoming and diverse school culture.
• Participate in work-life balance and staff well-being initiatives.

Skills

Teaching qualification

Relevant science specialism (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics)

Commitment to high-quality teaching

Education

Teaching qualification to at least A level

Job description

WELCOME TO COLTON HILLS Many Minds, One Mission

A community school where everyone works together as a family towards shared goals and school values: PRIDE - Participation - Respect - Integrity - Diversity - Excellence. We believe every child is entitled to the highest quality learning experience, with no barriers to high achievement and no excuses for not succeeding. Students are exposed to powerful knowledge and culturally rich experiences in every lesson, with ongoing reflection on improvement. The aim is to maximise academic attainment so students can go to and through university and thrive in top professions. All students will leave Colton Hills highly numerate and literate with meaningful qualifications, equipped with the skills and self-belief to engage with the wider world and help shape it for the better. Every Child, Every Lesson, Every Day.

Colton Hills has been judged a Good school in 2018 and 2023, and we are committed to improving that judgment in our next inspection — not for our own glory, but to give our students the best deal possible. The school serves a rich, harmonious, multicultural community and supports all students up to and including our growing sixth form. It is located south of Wolverhampton city centre, on a site with green space and views across hills and fields. We benefit from excellent facilities for staff and students, including an on-site swimming pool, AstroTurf pitch, dedicated Sixth Form block, flexible breakout spaces, and a large theatre used by local groups for performances. We are a school with a real family feel and a strong House ethos.

Our outcomes show that we are a successful school and we are growing, with a robust whole-school cohort of over 1000 students. With a healthy financial picture and strong governance, we are expanding our staff to provide the best possible experiences for our students, delivering an exciting curriculum and developing their confidence and aspiration by surrounding them with inspiring adults. We are looking to add capacity to our already well-staffed and excellent Science department, which has a track record of outstanding results. The team includes experienced professionals and newer colleagues with exciting ideas — a great team to join.

Responsibilities

• Appointing and teaching Science with the ability to teach Biology, Chemistry or Physics up to A level.
• Engaging students with a welcoming, diverse and successful school culture.
• Contributing to a fulfilling work-life balance and staff well-being initiatives.

Qualifications and What we offer

• Teaching qualification and relevant science specialism to at least A level.
• A commitment to high-quality teaching and student engagement in a community school environment.
• Competitive benefits including pension, flexible work arrangements, maternity leave, on-site parking, professional development, and access to staff benefits platforms.

Colton Hills Community School is committed to safeguarding all staff and students. The successful applicant will undergo an enhanced DBS check and online/social media checks. Please complete your application using the TES quick apply function as soon as possible. Full details of the role can be found in the Job Description. Applications will be considered on receipt and we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Closing Date: Monday 5 January 2026 at 9:00 am. Interview date: To be confirmed.