Teacher of Science - New Road Academy

Telford & Wrekin; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

New Road Academy is seeking an exceptional science teacher to join our ambitious secondary academy. You will deliver engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4 and work with a supportive science department to raise standards and student achievement.

We are looking for an enthusiastic educator who will inspire curiosity and shape futures, contributing to the wider life of the academy and pursuing ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Excellent subject knowledge in science.
• Ability to deliver engaging and challenging lessons across KS3/KS4.
• Commitment to raising standards and student achievement.
• Willingness to undertake ongoing professional development (CPD).
• Collaborative approach and contribution to the wider life of the academy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and high quality lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Raise standards and foster a love of science among students.
• Ensure all students achieve their full potential.
• Work collaboratively as part of the Science department.
• Contribute to the wider life of the academy.

Skills

Subject knowledge

Creative lessons

High expectations

CPD commitment

Team collaboration

Job description

Teacher of Science - New Road Academy

Full Time, Permanent

Accountable to: Subject Leader Science

New Road Academy is seeking an exceptional science teacher with a passion for improving teaching, leading to great student outcomes.

Inspire curiosity. Ignite potential. Shape futures.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and talented Teacher of Science to join our ambitious secondary academy. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to inspire young people and make a lasting impact on students' learning and achievement.

As part of a dedicated and supportive Science department, you will deliver engaging and high quality lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4. You will have a commitment to raising standards, fostering a love of science, and ensuring all students achieve their full potential.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Has excellent subject knowledge and a passion for science.
• Delivers creative, engaging and challenging lessons.
• Maintains high expectations for student achievement and behaviour.
• Is committed to continuous professional development.
• Works collaboratively as part of a team and contributes to the wider life of the academy.

Whether you are an experienced teacher looking for a new challenge or an Early Career Teacher seeking excellent support and development opportunities, we would welcome your application. If you are passionate about science education and want to make a real difference in the lives of young people, we would love to hear from you.

Join us and help inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, innovators and problem solvers.

What we can offer you:

The Learning Community Trust is a growing multi-academy trust, working collaboratively across primary, secondary and specialist academies to provide excellent education and life chances for children and young people. We are proud to be a Trust with a heart, committed to inclusion, professional development and ensuring that no child is left behind.

In addition to a comprehensive induction and a commitment to ongoing professional development, instructional coaching and career progression, we offer a range of employee benefits including pension provision, wellbeing support, family-friendly policies, salary sacrifice schemes, free parking where available and the opportunity to collaborate across a diverse and ambitious Trust.

For full details of the role, please refer to the Teacher of Science role information pack, including the full job description and person specification.

Closing date for applications: 23rd November 2026

Interview date: W/C 30th November 2026

The Learning Community Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. An online social media check will be undertaken for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013, 2020 and 2023). Guidance on disclosing convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. Under the Immigration Act 2016, candidates for customer-facing roles must meet the necessary standard of spoken English. It is an offence to apply if barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Any offer of employment is subject to medical fitness, satisfactory references, right to work in the UK, satisfactory online checks and an Enhanced DBS check. Applicants must have current right to work visa status; this role does not support visa applications.

Attached documents

• Teacher of Science - Person Specification
• Teacher of Science - Job Pack
• Headteacher's Welcome Letter
• LCT Application Form