Teacher of Science - Erasmus Darwin Academy in Burntwood

Erasmus Darwin Academy (EDA) is a warm, proudly inclusive and high‑performing school. We are a non‑denominational, non‑selective Academy serving a diverse and supportive community in Burntwood. Everything we do is driven by our strapline: Hard Work. High Aspirations. Limitless Opportunities. We believe every young person deserves the knowledge, skills and character to thrive in modern Britain. Academic success matters, but most importantly, so does personal growth.

Our ‘culture‑first’ approach means that students, staff and families work together as a school community to bring our values and morals to life every day, ensuring that our young people receive a first‑class educational experience. As one of the highest achieving secondary schools in the region and in the top 10% nationally for GCSE progress, we consistently strive for growth, improvement and innovation.

Fostering a Successful Learning Environment:

• Every teacher has the right to teach and every student has the right to learn.
• Reading, writing and oracy sit at the heart of our curriculum.
• Behaviour is taught, modelled and supported through a clear behaviour curriculum.
• Personal development and extra‑curricular opportunities enrich every student’s experience.
• Everybody in the Academy can always improve, both personally and professionally.

We are committed to staff wellbeing, professional growth and a healthy work–life balance. Initiatives include flexible working for all Teaching professionals during PPA and non‑contact time, and a friendly, fair approach to cover. Join a school that invests in You; we believe that our staff are our greatest strength. Our wellbeing strategy ensures every colleague feels valued, listened to and supported.

Career progression is a genuine reality here, many of our teachers and leaders have grown and developed within the Academy through a range of avenues such as Apprenticeships, Teacher Training, NPQ Courses and much more.

We offer:

• High expectations paired with a genuine commitment to manageable workload.
• Extensive professional development for all roles: pedagogy, leadership and beyond.
• A warm, collaborative and supportive staff community.
• Mental Health Champions, accessible in school for a coffee and a chat.
• Polite, motivated and respectful students.
• Staff wellbeing activities and events.
• A work laptop for all teaching staff.
• Increased non‑contact time for planning and preparation.
• Additional leadership time for leadership roles.
• A visible, approachable and supportive Senior Leadership Team.
• A united staff body working together to continually improve our Academy.

We welcome applications from dedicated and hard‑working professionals, who are passionate about improving young people’s life chances. You will bring strong role‑specific expertise, a commitment to high standards and the desire to help students grow, academically and personally.

Our 2023 Ofsted inspection rated us ‘Good’, and we have held Category 1 status (the highest level of school performance) for six consecutive years. Inspectors praised our high expectations, exceptional personal development offer, strong safeguarding culture, and the positive relationships between leaders and staff. Notably, 100% of staff completing the Ofsted questionnaire said they were happy working at EDA.

Prospective candidate visits with the Headteacher are welcomed and can be arranged via the contact details below. To apply, please complete the application form and return it to the Headteacher’s PA, Miss Jade Skelding – j.skelding@eda.staffs.sch.uk by 9am Friday 20th March 2026.

Further information about the Academy can be found at: https://www.eda.staffs.sch.uk/

This position is suitable for ECTs.

Science Curriculum:

• All students in Key Stages 3 and 4 study Science as part of their curriculum offer.
• In Years 7 and 8 students have 6 periods per fortnight and in Years 9, 10 and 11 they have 9 periods per fortnight.
• At the end of Year 9 students select their preferred pathways which includes the opportunity to select triple science.
• At Key Stage 5 Biology, Chemistry and Physics are offered as part of the Sixth Form curriculum offer.

The Science department at Erasmus Darwin Academy is highly collaborative, supportive and has established strong working relationships to deliver the highest quality of education for our students. Staff regularly take part in both internal and external CPD as well as working collaboratively with colleagues from other schools either as part of cross‑phase developments within the trust or with ITT providers supporting the development of future teachers.

In recent years the Science department have offered a wide range of extra‑curricular opportunities including trips, Science club and intervention. Leadership opportunities are also provided for senior students as learning mentors, in lesson support and during after‑school events.

Facilities:

We have invested in our Science facilities over the last few years. We have 8 laboratories, all of which allow teachers to complete practical based lessons. In addition, we have adequate space for the storage of practical equipment and excellent support for practical work. We believe in shared and collaborative planning and therefore have open access to platforms where colleagues can share resources.

Primitas Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such this post is subject to a ‘disclosure’ check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, Online Search and references. Further details regarding this check are available from schools or by visiting www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service. A copy of the school’s Safeguarding Policy can be found on our website. You will also be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK, evidence of your qualifications and suitable references.