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We are seeking to appoint a Science Teacher with Biology as a specialism to join us from 1 September 2026. The successful candidate will be required to teach across the full ability range including KS3, KS4 and KS5.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a highly successful, hard-working and friendly faculty whose work, professional development and well-being is greatly valued and supported by the Senior Leadership Team.
ECTs are welcome to apply, as are well-qualified and experienced teachers.
For further information, please see our Job Description, Person Specification and Faculty Overview in the attachments section of this advert, and visit our school website.
To apply, please complete our application form (attached) by the closing date is Sunday 11 January 2026.
Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date.
Benefits
•Teachers’ Pension Scheme
•Centralised behaviour system
•Access to a cycle to work scheme
•Free on-site parking
•Free access to Westfield Health, Healthy Extras providing:
1. 24/7 telephone access to a practising UK GP
2. 24 Hour Advice & Information Line (including structured counselling sessions)
3. Eldercare Advice
4. Discounts and offers at hundreds of retailers, restaurants and destinations
5. Gym discounts
Further details
Hanley Castle is a dynamic and pleasantly situated high performing Academy, which is justifiably proud of its local and national reputation for academic excellence.
Founded in 1326, the school provides a unique blend of academic rigour, modern facilities and traditional values. The school is heavily oversubscribed and our Sixth Form is flourishing.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Service.
Online searches are now undertaken on all shortlisted candidates, for safeguarding suitability, as part of the due diligence.
References are obtained, before interview wherever possible, which include specific enquiries about the applicant's background in relation to safeguarding.
Safeguarding Statement
Hanley Castle High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.