Teacher of Science - Mayfield School. Job in Portsmouth Education & Training Jobs

Portsmouth City Council; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayfield School is seeking a dedicated Teacher of Science to join its dynamic team during a period of exciting school improvement. This role offers the opportunity to influence the educational journey of students from Year R to Year 11. Applicants should be committed to fostering a positive learning environment that encourages students to achieve their highest potential. The position allows for professional growth and the chance to make a meaningful impact locally.

Benefits

Excellent CPD opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to an Occupational Health provider

Qualifications

• Must be either a trainee or qualified teacher.
• Able to inspire and engage students in Science.
• Understanding of various teaching methods for diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver inspirational Science lessons.
• Support students in their learning journeys.
• Contribute to a collaborative and inclusive school environment.

Skills

Dedication to teaching

Ability to deliver engaging lessons

Caring persona

Observant of details

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Teaching degree or equivalent

Job description

Description

Teacher of Science

Salary information: M1 to M6

Closing date: 18.05.2025

Start date: September 2025

Interview date: Week commencing 19.05.2025

(early applications may be invited for interview before this date)

Do you want a teaching career in a forward-thinking school where children's learning is at the centre of everything you do? Are you dedicated to teaching Science and making a difference? Then this is the vacancy for you.

Overview

Mayfield School seeks to appoint an outstanding, dedicated, and inspirational Science Teacher. This is an exciting time to join us as we are currently embarking on a rapid school improvement journey and have recently joined the successful Salterns Academy Trust.

What does Mayfield have to offer?

• A supportive ethos and genuine concern for the wellbeing of all our employees
• A highly skilled, diverse, and driven team of committed staff
• Excellent CPD opportunities and career progression
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to an Occupational Health provider
• A genuine opportunity to make a difference to students and the local community
• An exciting and vibrant environment in which to work

We are looking for someone who:

• Is dedicated to their subject
• Is either a trainee or qualified teacher seeking a permanent position
• Is energized to deliver inspirational and engaging lessons
• Understands different teaching methods for a range of students
• Has a caring persona towards others
• Is observant of details and the little things
• Takes pride in their working environment

Our school

Our school is a special place where pupils, staff, and governors work in a community driven by our values: Believe. Achieve. Succeed. This is supported by our core values: Ambition, Inclusion, and Respect.

Mayfield School is at the heart of a diverse local community. We are one of the first single-site, all-through maintained schools in the country, providing a unique opportunity to shape students' lives from Year R to Year 11. We aim to provide a high-quality education in a safe environment where every child is valued, supported, inspired, and prepared for the future. We foster positive relationships and challenge each student to reach their highest aspirations through our inclusive curriculum.

How to apply

If this opportunity resonates with you, please apply by sending a cover letter to the specified contact.

Safeguarding

Mayfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. Our recruitment practices reflect this, and successful candidates will undergo Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and other employment checks.

Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Working within a school is one such role, and all applicants must declare any unspent convictions, cautions, or other relevant information as specified.