Teacher of Science (Including Head of Year Responsibilities)

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Salford seeks a passionate Teacher of Science to lead a successful department and fulfill Head of Year responsibilities. The role requires strong knowledge of Science and a commitment to fostering student engagement and progress. Applicants should possess Qualified Teacher Status and aspire to drive improvements in student behavior and welfare. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary starting in April or September 2026, with a commitment to safeguarding children and young people.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status is essential.
• Experience in teaching Science and leading teams is required.
• Commitment to pupil enjoyment and progress in learning.

Responsibilities

• Ensure outstanding attainment and progress for all students.
• Inspire, engage and enthuse students.
• Lead behaviour, attendance, and welfare of pupils.

Skills

Knowledge of Science

Ability to inspire and engage students

Skilled at fostering independent learning

Collaborative teaching abilities

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Teacher of Science (Including Head of Year Responsibilities)

Location:

Salford, M30 7JJ

Pay:

Competitive

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

06/02/2026

About this job

Job Title: Teacher of Science & Head of Year

Contract Details: Permanent, Full time

Salary/Grade: Main/Upper Scale plus TLR 2

Start date: April or September 2026

The Governors of St Patrick’s RC High School are looking to appoint an excellent Teacher of Science and Head of Year, who is committed to ensuring pupil enjoyment and progress within our successful Science department and Pastoral leadership team.

The position offers the opportunity for an experienced teacher to join established and hardworking teams.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a love of their subject; a sound and detailed knowledge of Science
• Have high regard for their learning environment and resources
• Be a talented and ambitious teacher, who will ensure outstanding attainment and progress for all students
• Have the ability to inspire, engage and enthuse students
• Be skilled at fostering independent and collaborative student-led learning
• Aspire to be a dynamic pastoral middle leader; driving forward the behaviour, attendance and welfare of pupils within a given year group

To arrange an informal visit, please contact Cat Taylor, HR Assistant, by email at taylor.cstpatricksrchigh.co.uk .

Closing Date: Monday 2 nd February 2026, 12pm

Interview Date: w/c 9 th February 2026

All applications must be submitted via the Greater Jobs website.

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 complete an enhanced DBS check.

If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years or 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to the link below for details for how to obtain your Certificates of Good Character.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants