Teacher of Science - Ref: TV17326

Streetly Academy; Walsall; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Health plan

On-site gym

Job summary

The Streetly Academy in the United Kingdom is seeking a qualified Science teacher for maternity cover. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons, assess progress and support students across the science curriculum.

This role offers a strong emphasis on using technology to enrich learning and maintain high standards of behaviour and achievement. Join a forward-looking school that blends tradition with innovation, providing professional development and opportunities to contribute to curriculum

Qualifications

• Qualified and enthusiastic Science teacher with QTS.
• Ability to inspire students of all abilities.
• Experience delivering engaging science lessons.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Science lessons.
• Support students' analytical, creative and practical science skills.
• Contribute to wider school life and curriculum development.
• Maintain high expectations of achievement and behaviour.

Skills

Science teaching

Team collaboration

Technology in education

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Tools

Chromebook

Job description

The Streetly Academy

Teacher of Science (Maternity Cover),

Date posted: Thursday 8 October 2026 Closing date: Tuesday 20 October 2026

Start Date: November 2026 Salary: MPS/UPS + benefits

Contract Term: Permanent Contract Type: Full Time

Are you an inspiring Science teacher passionate about sparking curiosity and ambition in young people? Join our dedicated team and help students explore, question and understand the world around them. We are looking for an enthusiastic teacher who can make Science exciting, accessible and meaningful for every student.

The Academy offers a unique blend of tradition and future, seeking the highest standards of behaviour and appearance, whilst maintaining an emphasis on harnessing technologies, and exploring every avenue in improving teaching, learning, and assessment.

We are proud of our sport specialism, and make every effort to ensure all students are given the opportunity to develop and progress, in terms of health and leadership, via the avenue of PE, sport and the arts. This links closely to our PRIDE values, which are based on the Olympic and Paralympic values.

Why Join The Academy?

Your Well-being First

• Flexible & Considerate: We respect family life and prioritise a healthy work-life balance. Health & Peace of Mind: A comprehensive health plan (dental, physio, eye care) including mental health support and fast-track specialist consultations. Stay Active: Free on-site gym membership and access to our padel tennis courts.

Your Professional Growth

• Advanced Pedagogy: Enhance your teaching with a personal Chromebook, using technology to reduce workload, enrich learning and drive innovation across the Media Studies curriculum.

Curriculum Mastery: Develop your expertise in Science within a thriving and academically ambitious school community, with opportunities to contribute to the development and delivery of an engaging, challenging and successful Science curriculum across the age range. Professional Development: We are committed to your continued growth as an outstanding teacher. You will receive full Level 1 TEEP (Teacher Effectiveness Enhancement Programme) certification alongside bespoke, ongoing professional learning. Whether you are an experienced Media specialist or an ambitious teacher looking to develop your practice, we will provide the support, training and opportunities you need to thrive and progress in your career.

Our Community Culture

• Exceptional Students: Teach in a calm, respectful environment where students demonstrate excellent manners and high standards of appearance. Team Spirit: Work alongside supportive, friendly colleagues in a culture of mutual respect. Perks: Free on-site parking and a rich program of extracurricular trips and events
  

The successful candidate will:

Be a qualified, enthusiastic and committed teacher of Science, with the ability to bring it to life in the classroom. Inspire and motivate students of all abilities. Plan and deliver active and engaging learning, which enthuses young people and motivates them to want to succeed. Set targets that stretch and challenge students of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions. Support students in developing their analytical, creative and practical science skills. Contribute positively to the wider life of the school. Be committed to high expectations of achievement, behaviour and student progress. Be a teacher with a continued commitment to their own professional development.

Applications & Visits

At The Academy, we invest in our people. Alongside a collaborative departmental environment, you will receive full Level 1 TEEP training to further enhance your pedagogical expertise.

We are seeking professionals who want to thrive in a progressive, high-standard environment where staff well-being and humour are part of the daily fabric.

Closing Date: Midnight, Tuesday 20 October 26

Interviews: Week commencing 2 November 2026

The Streetly Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and prohibition from teaching check.