Teacher of Science

Valley Invicta Academies Trust; oThongathi; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 35 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a passionate Science Teacher to inspire curiosity and deliver high-quality lessons. The successful applicant will collaborate with colleagues, promote STEM opportunities, and ensure inclusive support is provided to all students. The position is based in KwaZulu-Natal and is scheduled to start in September 2026. Applications must be submitted by 14 January 2026 and require an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering high-quality lessons across the science curriculum.
• Ability to provide inclusive support for all students.
• Collaboration skills to share best practices among colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging science lessons to inspire students.
• Collaborate on curriculum development with peers.
• Promote STEM opportunities within and outside the classroom.
• Support all students' access to the curriculum effectively.

Skills

Curriculum development

Inspiring curiosity

STEM opportunities promotion

Collaborative teaching

Job description

Type of Position: Teacher

Subject: Science

Salary: MPS/UPS

Start Date: September 2026

Closing Date: Wednesday, 14 January 2026

Overview

The School of Science and Technology Maidstone (SST) is an outstanding school, with state‑of‑the‑art facilities, that opened in 2020. SST is extremely popular within the local community and is heavily oversubscribed. It is at an exciting point in its growth and development as September 2026 will be the year the school has a full complement of students and staff as our very first 2020 cohort become Year 13.

In January 2023 SST was inspected by Ofsted and was graded OUTSTANDING in all categories and in our first set of public examinations in 2025 our outcomes for students were amongst the very best non‑selective schools in Kent. This is a testament to the fantastic work that has gone into making this school a brilliant place to learn and work.

Responsibilities

• Inspire curiosity and a love of learning, delivering high‑quality lessons across the science curriculum.
• Collaborate with colleagues, sharing best practice and partnering on curriculum development.
• Play a key role in promoting STEM opportunities both in and beyond the classroom.
• Provide inclusive support to enable all students to have full and effective access to the secondary school curriculum.

Application Process

To learn more about our state‑of‑the‑art school, please visit www.sstmaidstone.viat.org.uk. To apply, download the application form and email it to [e-mail].

You Can View Our Job Description Here.

Equal Opportunity and Safeguarding

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. As part of the short‑listing process, the Trust reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and any relevant information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children will be discussed.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

A copy of our school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and Recruitment of Ex‑Offenders Policy can be found attached.

Valley Invicta Academies Trust expects every employee to take responsibility for promoting a culture that values and respects difference. We welcome applications from all diverse and ethnic groups.

If you require access arrangements to complete an application form, please contact the Trust who will support you (e.g., large print, coloured forms).