Teacher of Science at Joseph Leckie Academy in Walsall

About this Role

Are you passionate about teaching Science?

• Do you have the drive, determination andambition to be an excellent teacher of Science?
• Are you committed to making a difference to thelives of young people in Walsall?

Joseph Leckie Academy are seekingto appoint an inspiring and enthusiastic classroom teacher to join our dynamic andexpanding Science department. This is a fantastic opportunity for anexperienced teacher or an early career teacher (ECT), looking to start yourcareer or expand your experience.

The Science Faculty is comprised of a large team of experienced teachersand middle leaders, including a Head of Faculty, Key Stage Leaders, LeadPractitioner, teaching assistants and technicians, all who offer a wealth ofsupport and professional advice to staff at all levels. There are 13 specialist laboratories for practicallessons, as well as access to computer rooms for vocational coursework. We arepassionate about promoting STEM subjects and, as such, offer AQA TrilogyCombined Science and AQA Separate Science, Pearson BTEC Level 3 Applied Scienceand all three A-Level disciplines, with the hope to begin offering AAQs in 2026.

Our most recent Ofsted inspection (February 2026)recognised the strength of our provision, noting:

• "Every pupil who walks through the door of Joseph Leckie Academy is treated as an individual with potential."
• "Leaders are ambitious for all pupils and are relentless in their drive to ensure that their needs are met."
• "School leaders are passionate about improving pupils' life chances."

This is an exciting time to join a school with strongstandards and a culture built on high expectations, inclusion and continuousimprovement.

If you believe that youhave the passion, skills and abilities to make a difference, we would love tohear from you.

Whyjoin Joseph Leckie Academy?

You will be part of a school where:

• Inclusion is a genuine strength - "leaders work closely with families... to support pupils to thrive both academically and socially".
• Staff are well supported and part of a skilled and collaborative team.
• Students are engaged, respectful and proud of their school.
• There is a clear commitment to continuous improvement and excellence.
• Staff across the Academy are friendly and supportive.
• High levels of staff retention.
• A high focus on staff well-being with staff social events, gym access, school counsellor, well-being coordinator for staff and an employee assistance programme.
• A large Academy with high standards and an ambitious desire to better the lives of our students and impact further on our wider community.

You Willhave/show:

• QTS or equivalent and an honours degree inBiology, Chemistry or Physics.
• Practical skills and expertise as outlined inthe Job description.
• A passion and vision for working with studentsin their personal, social and emotional needs as well as their academicdevelopment.
• The ability to motivate and inspire students.
• Experience of delivering GCSE Combined Scienceand/or Separate Science is essential and preferably also Single Science in atleast one of the specialist areas, though it is expected you will teach allthree areas.
• The ability to teach A Level in one of the threeareas or BTEC Applied Science at KS5 is highly desirable.
• The passion to enrich the lives of our studentsand contribute to the development of Cultural Capital to enhance the lifeopportunities for our students.
• A clear understanding of the importance ofSafeguarding.
• A recruitment payment may be awarded for thesuccessful candidate with the right experience(s) in line with the Academy'sPay Policy.

Joseph Leckie Academy is an equalopportunities employer and fully committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of students and candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBScheck.

Closingdate for applications: 9.00am on Monday 19th October 2026

Interviews:Week commencing Monday 19th October 2026

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