Teacher of Science (Temporary)

St Michael's Church of England High School; Chorley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

St Michael’s Church of England High School in Chorley, Lancashire, seeks a Teacher of Science (Temporary) on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity or parental leave. The post is on the MPR/UPR pay scale and requires dedication to helping pupils grow as individuals.

The school is inclusive and high achieving; an enhanced DBS check is required and applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Closing date: 9am 16th September 2026; Interview: 21st September 2026.

Qualifications

• Pro-active, energetic and fully committed to enabling pupils to grow and flourish as unique individuals.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK and prepared to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Job description

Teacher of Science (Temporary)

St Michael's Church of England High School, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 1RS

Contract type

Fixed term - TBC - Maternity or parental leave cover

Pay scale

MPR/UPR

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Governors of this Church of England Academy are seeking to appoint an inspirational and highly motivated Teacher of Science. The successful candidate will be pro-active, energetic and fully committed to enabling our young people to grow and flourish as unique individuals.

What the school offers its staff

St Michael’s is a high achieving school that seeks to provide opportunities for all pupils to grow in body, mind and spirit. We are a high achieving school committed to the pursuit of academic excellence; in 2026 37.5% of all GCSE results were grade 7 or above, with 91.5% of pupils achieving grade 4 or above in both English and maths, and attainment 8 at 60.39 (equivalent to an average grade 6 in all subjects).

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS clearance.

St Michael’s is an inclusive school that seeks to promote diversity in the workplace. This is reflected in our Mission Statement where we seek to, “celebrate the uniqueness of each individual.” We are committed to equal opportunities and promoting the health and welfare of our school community.

Closing date for applications

9am Wednesday 16thSeptember 2026

Interview Day: Monday 21stSeptember 2026

About St Michael's Church of England High School

Organisation type Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 16

St Michael’s is a high achieving school that seeks to provide opportunities for all pupils to grow in body, mind and spirit. We are committed to the pursuit of academic excellence, with Attainment 8 of 57.8 and Progress 8 of 0.49 in 2023.

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