What skills and experience we're looking for About the Science Department The science department at Trinity School is a strongly balanced team composed of experienced members alongside educators who have found the profession more recently. All staff are valued, contribute to ongoing developments within the department, and showcase their passion for science through excellent teaching and delivery of practical activities to enhance the learning and outcomes of students. We currently employ nine science teachers alongside three science technicians, delivering lessons in eight new fully resourced laboratories built to high specification, all of which are situated on the same floor. In Year 7 and Year 8, science is taught under a collective umbrella, which splits into Biology, Chemistry and Physics from Year 9 onwards. At GCSE, students study the AQA specification, with the majority of students entered for Combined Science, whilst a healthy number of students opt to study all three Single Sciences as one of their option choices. In each year group in Key Stages 3 and 4, there are six or seven classes, with one A Level Biology, Chemistry and Physics class in Year 12 and Year 13. Students have six one-hour science lessons per fortnight in Year 7 and Year 8. In Year 9, 10, and 11, students have a total of eight science lessons per fortnight. Students who have opted to take Single Science have an additional five lessons per fortnight. Students taking A Level science courses have nine hours of contact time each fortnight in Year 12 and ten hours of contact time in Year 13. Class sizes for A Level science usually range between 8 to 20 students. What the school offers its staff Trinity School is a popular and oversubscribed Christian Free School in Sevenoaks. We received 796 applications for 180 school places for September 2026 new student intake. Here are all the great reasons why you should consider working at Trinity: • We have a strong vision and values, which influences everything we do. • You can expect a smooth transition to working with us. Not only will you have a dedicated mentor, but an induction programme will ensure you are fully versed in every aspect of Trinity life. • You will have lunch with the headteacher during the first term of being with us to find out how things are going. • A staff well-being champion works closely with the leadership team to ensure a manageable staff workload. Your well-being is important to us, and we continuously review our practices to ensure we are working smartly while simultaneously adding value. • Since our first set of GCSEs in 2018, we have been above the national average every year in our P8 score (2018 0.15, 2019 0.21, 2022 0.32, 2023 0.22, 2024 0.26). • We are a school that supports students to achieve academically and holistically. • We will prioritise your development and help you achieve your career aspirations. We have promoted several staff to middle and senior leadership positions and given others opportunities to progress in their career elsewhere. • Our parents are supportive, and many volunteer to help in various ways. • We have an incredible chaplaincy department that not only looks out for the welfare of students but also cares for our staff. • We occupy a state-of-the-art building and office and classrooms are well resourced. • There is ample on-site staff parking and designated staff workrooms. • Good travel links to London (35 mins by train), M25 (10 mins) and we are in the heart of rural Sevenoaks. Come and work for us and be part of our story about changing and transforming lives. Further details about the role How to apply We are a Christian school through and through and are very keen to uphold this important and foundational element at Trinity. You do not have to be a Christian to join us but be sympathetic to our Christian values. We highly recommend you come and visit us to experience what others so readily affirm that Trinity is truly a unique place, with a calm and caring atmosphere. We are recruiting as applicants apply therefore an appointment may be made before the close date. Our school and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. The successful applicant will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure and checks regarding proof of ID, medical clearance, satisfactory references, social media checks and the right to work in the UK. If you would like any further information, arrange a visit or an informal discussion please contact Fiona Smith, HR Manager on01732 469111 or email hr@trinitysevenoaks.com To apply please use the Apply now on the TES jobs website. Alternatively our application pack can be found on the school’s website www.trinitysevenoaks.org.uk and should be sent to hr@trinitysevenoaks.com Commitment to safeguarding Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.