At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach engaging Science lessons across Key Stages 3 to 5 and inspire students.
- Company: Matthew Arnold School, a thriving and inclusive school near Oxford.
- Benefits: Collaborative culture, professional development, and support for Early Career Teachers.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to high standards and student success.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' lives while developing your teaching career.
- Qualifications: Degree in Science with Qualified Teacher Status and secondary school teaching experience.
The predicted salary is between 33865 - 41391 £ per year.
About The Role
For this vacancy both part-time and full-time applications will be considered!
Matthew Arnold School is a thriving and inclusive school on the outskirts of Oxford seeking to appoint a Teacher of Science from April 2026.
This is an excellent opportunity for either an Early Career Teacher or an experienced practitioner looking to further develop their career.
We teach Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Psychology, with consistently strong GCSE outcomes and successful A Level courses.
Our commitment is to provide every student with an exceptional education that enables them to achieve their full potential.
School
Matthew Arnold School is an oversubscribed 11-18 school with over 1,300 students, serving communities across west Oxford.
We are proud of our high standards, strong academic outcomes and commitment to inclusion, particularly in supporting disadvantaged students to succeed.
Staff benefit from a collaborative and supportive culture, excellent professional development opportunities through the Acer Trust, and a comprehensive induction programme for Early Career Teachers.
Role
You will teach Science across Key Stages 3 to 5, delivering engaging and challenging lessons that enable all students to achieve their full potential.
You will also take responsibility for a tutor group and contribute to the wider life of the school.
Key Responsibilities
- Teaching Science across a range of ages and abilities, including GCSE and A Level.
- Planning and delivering high-quality lessons that inspire and challenge students.
- Monitoring, assessing and supporting student progress.
- Contributing to the development of departmental schemes of work and teaching resources.
- Supporting enrichment activities and initiatives that promote Science within and beyond the classroom.
- Promoting high standards of behaviour, achievement and student welfare.
Requirements
- Degree in a Science with Qualified Teacher Status.
- Experience teaching Science in a secondary school setting, including teaching placements.
- Strong subject knowledge and understanding of the Science curriculum.
- Ability to inspire, engage and effectively support students of all abilities while delivering excellent outcomes.
- A collaborative approach, commitment to professional development, and genuine enthusiasm for Science education.
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