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Salary: M1-6 / UPR + TLR 2B + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Hours: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Start date: April / September 2026
Lift Kingswood is continuing to thrive and grow, as a result we are delighted to welcome more pupils into our community from September 2026. To support this exciting growth, we are looking for a passionate and talented Second in Science to join our team and help strengthen our outstanding provision.
The role of the Second in Science is to support the Head of Science to lead and manage the department, thereby ensuring that all teachers are in a position to provide all students with an excellent education. The Second in Science will not only be an excellent practitioner themselves, but they will also be able to effectively lead, coach, and support others to be excellent teachers too. They will support the Head of Science to fulfil the department vision, to design and deliver a curriculum that is stimulating and engaging for students, and to implement department wide strategies to ensure all students enjoy and excel within the subject.
Teaching science is an exciting and vital opportunity to inspire curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking in the next generation. By helping students explore how the world works, you'll nurture their sense of discovery and empower them with the skills and understanding to make meaningful contributions to our rapidly changing world.
We're looking for someone who can:
* Inspire and motivate pupils to achieve their very best.
* Deliver engaging, innovative lessons that bring Science to life.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure outstanding teaching in every classroom.
* Model and promote the values of our school, both in and beyond the classroom.
We'd love to hear from you if you have:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or currently in process of training and are due to achieve QTS by their start date (April or September).
* Experience teaching at secondary school level.
* A genuine passion for teaching Science and a commitment to pupil success.
Join us at this exciting time in our journey, and help shape the next chapter of Lift Kingswood.
Closing date: 7th December 2025
We offer you:
* Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
* Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.
* Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
* Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.
The role is due to commence: April or September 2026 (an earlier date is negotiable)
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
Safeguarding Statement
Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.