ECT Science Teacher

Samuel Ward Academy

ECT Science Teacher

Start Date: September 2026

Contract Type: Full time, fixed term to 31 August 2027

Salary: MPR1 (£32,916 per annum)

Samuel Ward Academy are looking to appoint an ECT Science teacher, to teach the subject across the key-stages (KS3 and KS4) within an established and collegiate department. This post represents an exciting prospect to join a staff body of dedicated professionals with an established support structure and palpable team ethos.

The Science department is well resourced and has an excellent extensive range of facilities including fully equipped science laboratories, preparation rooms, a dedicated science department office/ work-space and a team of technicians to support the organisation and delivery of practical work and experiments. We teach across the key stages all the way up to A Level within the Samuel Ward Sixth Form. The successful candidate will join a vibrant and engaged teaching staff body who are squarely focused on improving student outcomes and a positive culture of behaviour, teaching and learning. We have clear values by which we work, and if you share a commitment to inclusive education, so that all students can develop to reach their full potential, make a positive contribution to society and are given excellent foundations to lead enriching and interesting lives, then this could be the role for you! We offer a full induction for ECTs by experienced and successful specialists, including mentoring time, well-structured curriculum plans to ensure that your career is set up to be a success at SWA. In September, we will have a group of five ECTs who will have specific training and guidance as you start your careers together.

We are a warm, welcoming school, at the heart of our community, committed to creating rich and fulfilling futures for each child. We ensure that our students aspire to be their very best, tackle challenges bravely and work together with compassion to build an inclusive community in which each individual can flourish. We are an Ofsted Good school with the ambition to be a great school. You will join a staff dedicated to promoting a positive culture of tolerance, respect and excellence. have the ability to motivate, challenge and inspire our students within Science.  You will be a highly skilled, innovative and enthusiastic practitioner with a determination to achieve the highest outcomes and be ambitious to start your career with impact across the Science department and the whole school. All staff at SWA benefit from close links with colleagues in the other secondary schools in the Unity Schools Partnership. You will join a highly visible and supportive SLT in a school with a sensible approach to workload and a calm, respectful working environment, alongside a professional and dedicated team of staff. Samuel Ward is a successful 11-18 co-educational academy. We are situated in pleasant surroundings on the western edge of Suffolk, within easy reach of Cambridge and Bury St Edmunds. We benefit from a modern building and excellent facilities. 

Candidates are encouraged to visit our website to learn more about us and to see our Staff Well-being Charter.  We encourage prospective applicants to come and visit us during the school day. Please contact Tom Johnston, Headteacher for more information, an informal conversation or to make a pre-application visit (email Kirsty Franks, Headteacher’s PA on Kfranks@samuelward.co.uk)

Closing Date: 09:00am, 29th June 2026

Interviews: 30th June 2026

Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our careers website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.

In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.

We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.