Teacher of Science
Shebbear College
Start Date – September 2026
Contract – Full Time or Part Time, Permanent
Location - Shebbear College, Shebbear, Beaworthy, Devon, EX21 5HJ
We are currently seeking a committed and creative Teacher of Science who can inspire pupils across a range of abilities and foster genuine curiosity for the subject. You will plan and adapt engaging lessons, maintain a positive learning environment, and use your strong understanding of GCSE requirements and A‑level expectations to support excellent academic progress. Collaboration within the faculty, contribution to co‑curricular life, and active involvement in trips, events and wider school initiatives are key parts of the role.
Shebbear College is a small independent day and boarding school of around 300 pupils, for boys and girls aged from 2 – 18. Set in 85-acres of countryside between Dartmoor and Exmoor, it is an idyllic location in which to work. Class sizes are smaller than average throughout the school and we pride ourselves on knowing every pupil as an individual, recognising their potential and helping them to achieve their best, whatever that may be. This is what makes us special and stands us apart from other schools.
We are looking for a fantastic science teacher who can;
* Be highly creative and organised, committed and passionate about teaching science
* Collaborate with other members of staff within the faculty
* Develop confidence and skills within our pupils in a friendly, approachable and effective manner
* Have a strong understanding of the GCSE and A level examination criteria
* Arrange appropriate trips
* Support pupils with their further and higher education ambitions when linked to science courses or careers
* Work with the Head of Marketing & Admissions to promote science inside and outside school and to identify potential scholarship candidates
* Work with the Head of Faculty on projects and events
Benefits Of Service;
* Working in a small friendly school in a stunning rural location
* A competitive salary will be dependent on qualifications, skills and experience
* Longer holidays than the maintained sector
* Free lunch and refreshments during term-time
* Health & Wellbeing Centre on site during term time
* Free use of the college facilities such as gymnasium
Application Process
All applicants must complete the application form on the following link: https://applicant.website/i/65A755/vacancy-info/0000001250
Please ensure that your referees include your current or most recent employer.
Further details about the school are available at Shebbear College | Independent Day and Boarding School in Devon
Closing Date: Friday 5th June 2026
Early applications are encouraged and Shebbear College reserves the right to close the recruitment process earlier than advertised, should a high volume of suitable applications be received.
PLEASE NOTE: Shebbear College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young adults and expects all staff to share this commitment including regular training attendance.
The successful applicant will be offered the post subject to receipt of satisfactory written references, proof of appropriate qualifications, Health questionnaire, a check of online search engines and websites of publicly available information that does not identify the applicant as potentially unsuitable to work within a school setting, proof of identity, a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service, an overseas police check if required and confirmation of the right to work in the UK. Please refer to the Recruitment Selection and Disclosures Policy and Procedure on the school website.