At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire and engage students through creative science lessons in a supportive environment.
- Company: The Ridgeway School and Sixth Form College, part of The White Horse Federation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, excellent pension scheme, discounts, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Welcoming community with strong values and diverse workforce.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team dedicated to student success and your own growth.
- Qualifications: Proactive team player with a passion for teaching and learning.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
About This Role
Applications will be reviewed as received and may be closed early if a suitable candidate is identified. Early application is encouraged.
Role: Teacher of Science
Contact Type: Permanent
Hours: 32.5 hours per week, all year round
Salary: MPS - UPS
Start Date: September 2026 or January 2027
Vacancy Details
The Ridgeway School and Sixth Form College is a large secondary school based in Wroughton. Our students enjoy a fast‑paced, highly rewarding environment with extensive extra‑curricular opportunities. In our most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was rated GOOD in most areas and OUTSTANDING in others.
All About You
- A proactive team‑player, committed to collaborative working and school improvement.
- An inspirational, creative and self‑motivated practitioner with a passion for teaching and learning.
- Committed to their own professional development journey.
- Skilled in planning and delivering exciting and engaging lessons.
Why Work for us?
We are a welcoming and supportive school with strong values and a caring ethos. Our staff are a hardworking team dedicated to helping children succeed. Our children are engaged and eager to learn. We have a supportive leadership team and wider school community. As part of The White Horse Federation multi‑academy trust, we benefit from shared resources and outstanding CPD opportunities.
Ready to Apply?
We hope we have given you a flavour of what it is like to work here. If you would like to join us, please apply today – we are looking forward to hearing from you.
Advantages of joining our Federation
- Employee Assistance programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Menopause support network
- Discounts, Save Money On Holidays, Clothing And Much More
- Discounts for Teachers – all staff within the Trust can take advantage of discounts
- Blue Light Discount
- Eye Care Vouchers
Development
- Access to up‑to‑date training on safeguarding and child protection, including ongoing updates on statutory safeguarding guidance and legislation.
- CPD Programme
- Supportive leadership team to help you reach your full potential
Pension / Leave and Service
- Excellent Pension Scheme*
- Employer contributions above national standards
- Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
- An additional White Horse concessionary day’s leave per year
The White Horse Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful for this role, you will be expected to apply for a disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service before an appointment is confirmed. References will be sought on shortlisted candidates before the interview.
The White Horse Federation values uniqueness and recognises the benefit of having a diverse workforce. We value the contributions of all staff from a wide range of backgrounds and we are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. At The White Horse Federation, we believe that everyone should be treated with fairness and respect and share a commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at all of our schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and operate a fair recruitment process, free from discrimination against protected characteristics, in line with the Equality Act 2010.
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