Location: Quest Academy, Anderson Ave, Rugby, UK
Salary: MPS + SEN1 Point (UPR considered / salary matched for the right candidate)
Contract Type: Permanent
Education Phases: Through School;
Job Roles: Teacher;
Working Patterns: Full-Time;
Key Stagess: Ks3, Ks4;
Subjects: Science;
Application Deadline: Monday, 23rd November 2026
Interview Date: 01/11/2026
Expected Working Start Date: April 2027 start (or sooner)
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Is a Shared Job: No
About us
Job Description
To deliver high-quality teaching and learning within a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment, enabling all learners to achieve their full potential academically, socially and personally.
The postholder will plan and deliver a broad, balanced and engaging curriculum, meeting the needs of all learners and promoting high standards of achievement, behaviour and attendance. They will foster a positive learning culture that develops curiosity, independence, resilience and respect for others.
Working in partnership with colleagues, parents, carers and external agencies, the postholder will support the wellbeing, development and success of every learner while actively promoting safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion across the Academy.
The successful candidate will uphold the professional standards expected of teachers and contribute positively to the wider life, values and ethos of the Academy
Benefits
Our people are at the heart of our success
Desired Criteria
Please note that applications must be the creation of the candidate applying. While technology, including artificial intelligence, may be used to help the candidate select certain phraseology, if substantial use of AI is used, the application will be disregarded
Committed to Safer Recruitment: We do not accept CVs. All applicants must complete the online application form to ensure a consistent, fair and robust recruitment process.
Essential Criteria
acIntyre Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners. All positions will require an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and registration with the DBS Update Service together with all other relevant recruitment checks including obtaining references. This post includes engaging in regulated activity relevant to learners and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act, 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide: DBS filtering guide - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Referees will be asked to assess suitability of candidates to work with learners and will be verbally verified. Individual Safeguarding Policies for our Academies can be found on our website under ‘Essential Information’ and candidates will be asked about this as part of the recruitment process.
In line with the update to KSCIE 2022 MacIntyre Academies will carry out an online search of the candidate once the shortlisting process has been completed as part of their due diligence. This may involve a google search of the candidate’s name, looking at the top three search results over the past three years. If any incidents or issues are identified that are publicly available online this will be explored with the candidate at interview stage.
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Science Teacher in Rugby employer: Quest Academy
At Quest Academy, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment for both our learners and staff. Located in Rugby, our innovative academy offers a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children with autism and social, emotional, and mental health needs. Join us in our mission to create a space where authenticity flourishes and every individual can thrive.
