Teacher of Science (Fixed-Term)

The County High School, Leftwich; Northwich; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The County High School, Leftwich is seeking a dedicated Teacher of Science to cover maternity leave on a fixed-term basis until 31 August 2027. The role is full-time (1.0 FTE) and reports to the Learning Leader - Science.

You should have recent KS3/KS4 science teaching experience, GCSE knowledge, a PGCE and commitment to CPD. The salary is on the MPS/UPS scale (£32,916 to £51,048 per year) and start date is 1 January 2027. DBS enhanced disclosure required.

Qualifications

• Recent experience of teaching Science to KS3 and KS4 across the ability range.
• Knowledge of GCSE expectations in the subject area.
• PGCE and experience of continuing professional development.
• An enthusiastic approach to teaching and learning of your subject.

Responsibilities

• Please refer to the job description attached.

Skills

Science teaching

KS3 KS4 teaching

GCSE knowledge

PGCE

Education

PGCE

Job description

Role:

Teacher of Science

Salary:

MPS 1 - UPS 3 - £32,916 - £51,048 (FTE & Actual Salary)

Contract type:

Fixed Term, Maternity Leave Cover, Full time - 1.0 FTE

Reporting to:

Learning Leader - Science

Start date:

1st January 2027

Fixed-Term End date:

31st August 2027

About Us

This is an exciting time to be joining our Multi Academy Trust, which collectively educates over 4300 children, and employs over 450 professionals. Each of our good and outstanding academies operates at the heart of their local communities. The Foundation’s central offices are based at Sir John Deane’s Sixth Form College campus set in beautiful grounds.

This role is based at The County High School, Leftwich, which is a high performing, fully inclusive, co-educational, 11-16 school with approximately 1050 students, 60 teaching and 60 support staff. The school serves a mixed catchment area with a Published Admission Number of 210, and we are now significantly over-subscribed.

Further details about The County High School, Leftwich, can be found in the attached documents.

About the Role

We are looking for an inspiring and dedicated Teacher of Science to join our thriving, hardworking Science team at The County Hight School Leftwich on a fixed term basis to cover maternity leave (ending 31st August 2027).

Your Responsibilities

Please refer to the job description attached.

What we are looking for

• Recent experience of teaching Science to KS3 and KS4 across the ability range
• Knowledge of GCSE expectations in the subject area
• PGCE and experience of continuing professional development
• An enthusiastic approach to teaching and learning of your subject specialism.
• The ability to inspire students to reach their individual potential.

Closing Date:

Wednesday 25th November 2026 - 9am

Interview Date:

W/C Monday 30th November 2026

If you would like to talk to us about the role before applying, please contact Mandy Pimlatt [e-mail] or call 01606 333301 and we would be happy to answer any questions you have.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant must have enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. The school is an equal opportunities employer.