* Part time 0.5FTE, temporary maternity cover
* Salary: £34,727 - £50,093 (dependent on experience)
Are you energised by the wonder of Science and the role it plays in understanding the world around us? Do you enjoy helping young people make sense of the science that underpins their everyday experiences?
We are seeking an enthusiastic and effective 0.5FTE Teacher of Science for maternity cover from February 2026 until September 2026. The successful candidate will have a passion for teaching Science across all levels and a genuine desire to stretch, support, and inspire pupils through high-quality lesson preparation and delivery. There is also the option for optional additional hours as a Cover Supervisor alongside this role.
You should be able to teach all three sciences at Key Stage 3. Strong subject knowledge, excellent classroom management skills, and a commitment to building positive working relationships with pupils, colleagues, and parents will be essential.
You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, challenging lessons that foster curiosity, confidence, and academic ambition across the full age and ability range (11–18).
The Faculty
The Science Faculty has an outstanding academic record at IGCSE and A level, with a proven track record of students securing places at highly competitive universities. Biology, Chemistry and Physics each operate as separate subject areas, with their own Head of Department, Deputy Head of Department, a Technician Team Leader, and a general Science Technician supporting practical work across all disciplines.
Pupils study an integrated science course in Year 7 before moving on to the three separate sciences from Year 8 to Year 11. All pupils are entered either for the Edexcel International GCSE Science (Double Award) or for individual qualifications in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. At Sixth Form, Biology, Chemistry and Physics each follow the AQA A level specifications.
Our science facilities are among the finest available in any school in the country and the faculty is exceptionally well resourced. The department also offers regular clinics, targeted interventions, and a wide range of enrichment opportunities for pupils, from STEM clubs to national competitions and super-curricular projects. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to these activities.
About GSAL
The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL) was awarded North Independent School of the Year 2024 and Independent School of the Decade in 2021. The school continues to be a friendly, fun and supportive environment with high investment in pupil and colleague wellbeing, while insisting upon and maintaining high expectations.
‘Be inspired’ is the ethos behind our teaching and learning at GSAL. We nurture all our pupils to make the most of their talents, realise their potential and develop into confident young people ready to rise to any challenge. These values have been at the heart of our school life for over four centuries.
GSAL provides a high quality independent education for 2,100 boys and girls between the ages of 2 and 18. The main school campus at Alwoodley Gates in north Leeds was purpose built for Leeds Grammar School, which relocated in 1997 from the city center.
GSAL is academically selective, with consistently excellent A-level and GCSE results. After merger, the school introduced the diamond model of teaching, through which boys and girls learn together up to age 11, then in single sex classes between Year 7 and Year 11, and come together again in sixth form lessons. Form time and extracurricular activities are mixed throughout. Class sizes are usually between 16 and 22.
Academic achievement is at the heart of a rounded education at GSAL, which offers our pupils personal development opportunities and broad experience beyond the classroom. With superb facilities available in school, pupils can take part in sport, music, drama, scouts, CCF, Duke of Edinburgh, debating and much more. We offer an outdoor learning programme and a wide variety of trips at home and abroad. Our lively house system encourages pupils to get involved and have fun.
This success can only be achieved with committed, professional and well-qualified colleagues who are focused upon excellence in the classroom and contributions to the wider life of the school. Colleagues have a good degree of autonomy in their teaching, outstanding learning resources and an attractive benefits package. A large school offers opportunities for CPD, career progression and leadership roles in academic, pastoral and extracurricular areas.
We value our team and offer a wide range of benefits including:
* Enhanced school holidays (approximately 16 weeks)
* Subsidised Childcare provided for colleague's children during school INSET days (from the age of 3 up to age 11)
* DC pension scheme through Aviva with 0% employee contribution and 21% employer contribution plus 4x basic salary life insurance
* Training and CPD available including five inset days per academic year
* Colleague lunches: three courses for £2.40 available during school lunchtimes plus free tea, coffee and hot chocolate machines
* Access to 24/7 online GP appointments through our provider Health hero
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programme well-being app, Vivup, offering telephone counselling, financial and legal advice plus 6-8 face-to-face counselling sessions
* Discounts through multiple providers, including Vivup, discounts for teachers and Extras
* Beautiful lunch time walking routes around our 140 acre site
* Onsite gym and swimming pool available for colleague use within set times as well as classes such as pilates, meditation, kettlebells, spinning and bootcamps
* Salary sacrifice schemes for cycle to work
* Free car parking available on site
* Use of the school’s extensive library facility
* Generous leave of absence scheme to support our employees when they need it
* Opportunity to be involved in extracurricular activities such as the staff pantomime, well-being committee or volunteer for community events
How to Apply
If you're passionate about shaping pupils' educational experiences and contributing to a vibrant learning community, we encourage you to apply. Simply complete the online application form available on our website. Please be prepared to provide copies of any qualifications mentioned in your application.
More information about the school, role and responsibilities are contained in the recruitment pack attached in the documents section on our website advert. Please note we cannot offer tours or visits due to the high volume of interest. A virtual tour can be found on our website jobs page and a full tour is provided as part of the interviewing process.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact
The closing date for applications is: Monday 08 December 8am
Interview date: Monday 15 December