We require a qualified teacher of Science from September 2026. The ability to teach Chemistry at both KS4 and KS5 is highly desirable, however we would consider applications from all specialisms. We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and those completing their ECT years. The Science Department has a dedicated block within the school offering well-resourced accommodation across 16 labs. The department is a vibrant and dynamic team providing all learners with an exciting range of experiences. Physics, Biology and Chemistry are all popular courses in the sixth form and we also offer A-level Environmental Science. There is also a strong tradition of extra-curricular activities and trips in the department, with Lead teachers for both STEM and Science enrichment. If you would like to discuss the role or arrange a visit to the school, please contact Miss E Moss, Head of Science at [email protected] or phone 01305 266064. Further details and an application form are available on the school website (www.ths.wessex.ac). Please send your letter of application together with a completed application form to Mrs Anita Pullen, Headteacher’s PA ( [email protected] ) by the deadline of 12 noon, Monday 16 th March. Please be aware that candidates may be invited for interview before the closing date on the advert. Further Information The Thomas Hardye School values the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; this is a commitment which we expect all staff and volunteers to share. The successful candidate will be required to have a Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with the Governments safer recruitment guidelines. This role is UK based and your Right to Work will need to be established as part of the appointment process. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (2013 and 2020)) provide that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. The MOJ’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. Keeping Children Safe in Education The Thomas Hardye School will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. All aspects of social media and internet searches will be conducted. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination, a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the searches and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern. About Us We offer excellent working conditions, a supportive environment and plenty of opportunity for further development at one of the most successful comprehensive schools in the country. The superb facilities include an on-site nursery and a sports complex with subsidised membership for staff.