Teacher of Science
Location: Blackburn with Darwen, UK
Salary: MPS/UPS
Contract Type: Permanent
Education Phases: Secondary
Working Patterns: Full-Time
Application Deadline: Sunday, 11th January 2026
About Our Client
The Academy has a capacity of 1200 in the lower school and also has a developing sixth form provision. The sixth form has enjoyed strong progress in both academic and applied courses and has destinations data that shows NEETs significantly lower than the national picture.
All our client’s schools place enterprise and an entrepreneurial spirit at the heart of their ethos. In addition, they have a strong record of promoting cultural capital through its Technology and Creative Arts departments, where competition, visits and visitors are a regular part of student experience and support the development of cultural capital. This Academy is very much a community school with a truly comprehensive intake.
Sitting above the national average, 33% of its cohort are designated as being in the pupil premium category and they work hard to support all students to achieve strong engagement and strong outcomes. With a strong focus on their four key improvement levers around culture, coaching, curriculum and data-informed instruction, the Academy team are building towards a consistent provision that supports great progress for all students.
About The Role
Join our client’s vibrant learning community and help ignite a lifelong passion for discovery.
They believe Science is more than a subject - it is a way of thinking, questioning, and understanding the world.
They are searching for a creative, energetic, and forward-thinking Science Teacher who can bring learning to life through hands-on experiments and engaging classroom experiences
Are you the kind of teacher who gets excited about sparking curiosity?
Do you enjoy guiding students as they explore how things work, why reactions happen, and what amazing discoveries lie just beyond their imagination?
What They’re Looking For:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
* A deep passion for teaching and education.
* Strong classroom management and communication skills.
* A commitment to student success and holistic development.
They’re looking for someone who doesn’t just teach Science… but inspires a new generation of scientists, innovators, and problem-solvers.
Benefits
Join our client’s Family!
Here's why working for them is the right choice for you:
* Benefits Scheme - Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts tailored just for you!
* Cycle to Work Scheme - Save money and stay fit with our bike-friendly benefits.
* Employee Assistance Programme - Your wellbeing matters! Access free, confidential support whenever you need it.
* Flexible Working Opportunities - Balance work and life with flexibility that suits you.
* Free On-Site Parking - No more hunting for parking, they’ve got your spot covered.
* Generous Annual Leave - Start with a great holiday allowance, and it gets even better after 5 years!
* Pension Schemes - Secure your future with access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme.
* Refer a Friend Scheme - Know someone who would love it here? Earn rewards by bringing them on board!