Teacher of ScienceEDV/2026/OCA/38970

Ormiston Academies Trust; Widnes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on retail, travel and leisur

Teachers Pension Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Automatic pay progression

Cycle to work scheme

Health and well-being programmes

Job summary

Ormiston Chadwick Academy in Widnes is seeking a dynamic Teacher of Science for a one-year maternity cover starting January 2027. You will join a high-performing Science department committed to excellence and ongoing CPD.

You will deliver engaging lessons, use ICT effectively, and build strong relationships with students and colleagues as part of a supportive academy within Ormiston Academies Trust. The academy values professional development and career progression.

Qualifications

• Be enthusiastic and creative - willing to go ‘above and beyond’ in order that our students reach their full potential.
• Be passionate about your subject.
• Be committed to delivering engaging lessons that make good use of ICT and modern technologies.
• Be committed to your own continuing professional development and be ambitious about what you would like to achieve in this profession.
• Have excellent communication skill and seek to form great working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging science lessons that drive attainment and engagement.
• Collaborate with the science team to maintain an outstanding curriculum and programme of CPD.

Job description

About This Role

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.

Here at OCA, we are seeking to appoint a dynamic, motivated and successful Teacher of Science for a one year maternity cover from January 2027. The successful candidate will be joining a truly brilliant Science department that boast excellent results. They are a passionate, committed and forward-thinking department and we are fully committed to our staff development and run an outstanding CPD package for all stages of career development.

To Be Successful In The Role You Must

• Be enthusiastic and creative - willing to go ‘above and beyond’ in order that our students reach their full potential.
• Be passionate about your subject.
• Be committed to delivering engaging lessons that make good use of ICT and modern technologies.
• Be committed to your own continuing professional development and be ambitious about what you would like to achieve in this profession.
• Have excellent communication skill and seek to form great working relationships.

About The Academy

Ormiston Chadwick Academy opened in Widnes in September 2014, serving the community of West Widnes. Our Academy is large enough to offer an outstanding curriculum but small enough to have a strong community ethos in which all students are known and nurtured to achieve their potential.

Why work for Ormiston?

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
• Being part of a team and community where you belong – being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
• A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

Benefits

• A collaborative space where people feel respected, empowered, and truly valued
• A nationwide school network offering shared resources and opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements
• Automatic pay progression
• Access to Teachers Pension Scheme
• Discounts on retail, travel and leisure through ourbenefitsplatform
• Access to discounts including the Blue Light Card
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to health and well-being programmes, including counselling service.

If you have any queries, please contact the academy via email at: [e-mail]

Closing date for applications

Tuesday 20th October 2026 at 12.00 noon.