Clapton Girls' Academy
Hackney
Salary:
Inner London Area - Main pay range (£40,317- £52,300) - Upper pay range (£57,632- £62,496) - TLR 2b (£5,866)
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
26 September 2025
Job overview
Biology or Physics specialist
Required January 2026 or sooner
* Are you passionate about teaching Science?
* Are you keen to develop your leadership experience?
* Are you committed to making a difference to the lives of young people in Hackney?
This is a fantastic opportunity for you to join our happy and successful team.
Our thriving Science faculty is looking for an inspirational teacher to develop and support our Key Stage 4 Science curriculum. We welcome applications from excellent teachers with the experience, or potential, to assist in leading our Science team. We are passionate about promoting STEM and offer Single and Combined GCSE Science, A Levels and BTEC Applied Science.
The successful candidate will:
* Have the experience/desire to teach in their specialism at KS4 and KS5 and science at KS3
* Be passionate about their subject and promote a love of learning
* Be a committed team player with a shared focus on teaching, learning and curriculum development.
In return we offer:
* A rewarding role in an outstanding academy with clear systems, support and development available.
* Teaching in your subject specialism.
* Enthusiastic and engaged students and a culture of high aspirations.
* A dedicated faculty working collaboratively towards a shared vision.
* Excellent facilities and comprehensive staff benefits including a subscription to Smart Clinic an onsite gym and fitness classes.
* Flexible working and a two week October half term.
Bringing down barriers to success
We are proud of our stance as an anti-racist school and recognise the importance of having a staff body and Leadership Team that reflect Hackney's rich and diverse community. If you have the experience and passion to be an inspirational role model for the next generation of female leaders, then we want to see how we can support you in that pursuit. We particularly welcome applications from people from groups who are under- represented amongst senior teaching staff. We want the best staff, and we know that means a diverse staff.
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Closing date: 9am, 26 September 2025.
Interview date: Week commencing 29 September 2025.
Please note that CV's or incomplete application forms will not be considered. All other applications will be considered, however, only those that are shortlisted will be contacted.
Clapton Girls' Academy reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline.
Clapton Girls' Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be DBS checked at an enhanced level before any offer is made.
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About Clapton Girls' Academy
Clapton Girls' Academy
Laura Place, Lower Clapton Road
London
E5 0RB
United Kingdom
Clapton Girls' Academy, set in the heart of Hackney, was founded in 1906. It is an outstanding academy which provides opportunities for every student to achieve their very best. The academy has a long and successful history of providing the best, forward thinking, education for girls.
Students at Clapton Girls' Academy are encouraged to reach their potential, value their progress and enjoy their experiences along the way. Our exceptional GCSE and A Level results are a key measure of success but we also pride ourselves in developing reflective, kind, hardworking and independent individuals. Teachers and other adults are inspiring, supportive professionals whose commitment and dedication is evident throughout the academy. The academy is very well-resourced and girls are offered many exciting opportunities to learn and experience success.
Both students and staff at Clapton Girls' Academy are very proud to be part of an established community that values a rich diversity of language and culture.
Bringing down barriers to success
We are proud of our stance as an anti-racist school and recognise the importance of having a staff body and Leadership Team that reflect Hackney's rich and diverse community. If you have the experience and passion to be an inspirational role model for the next generation of female leaders, then we want to see how we can support you in that pursuit. We particularly welcome applications from people from groups who are under- represented amongst senior teaching staff. We want the best staff, and we know that means a diverse staff.
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