Teacher of Science

Job Title: Teacher of Science

Actual Annual Salary: £32,916 (M1)

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Contract Length: Fixed until 31/08/2027 or upon the return of the post holder

Hours: Full-time, 32.5 hours per week

Provisional Start Date: September 2026 (Subject to completion of pre-employment checks)

An exciting opportunity to deliver engaging Science lessons and inspire the next generation of scientists at Bristol Metropolitan Academy.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of Science (M1) to join us on a fixed-term secondment. This is an excellent opportunity for an early career teacher to develop strong classroom practice while contributing to a high-performing and supportive Science department.

You will play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching that promotes curiosity, builds confidence and supports all students to achieve their full potential. Our focus on high expectations, a knowledge-rich curriculum and excellent teaching ensures that our students are equipped for lifelong success.

The Science team is made up of a blend of experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers, making it a welcoming and supportive environment for someone at the beginning of their teaching career. The department is also supported by two dedicated technicians, ensuring practical lessons are well-resourced and effectively delivered.

About you

You will be:

• be a qualified teacher (or hold an equivalent teaching qualification) with secure subject knowledge in Science.
• be able to deliver the Science curriculum effectively and teach consistently high-quality lessons, promoting curiosity and a love of learning.
• be committed to supporting the needs of all learners, including pupil premium students, looked-after children, those with SEND, EAL learners and higher-attaining pupils.
• have strong communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with students, colleagues and families.
• be willing to contribute to the wider life of the academy, including enrichment opportunities, STEM activities, trips and clubs.
• demonstrate a commitment to your own professional development, making the most of the support available within the academy and Trust.
• be developing competence across the Teachers’ Standards, appropriate to career stage (M1).

Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.

About Bristol Metropolitan Academy:

Bristol Metropolitan Academy (Bristol Met) is an over-subscribed secondary school based in Fishponds, Bristol. It is characterised by energy, enthusiasm and a strong sense of community. The years at school are few and precious, and it is important that students at Bristol Met have a strong sense of belonging and a belief in their right and their ability to achieve highly.

Our students are excited to learn and are real ambassadors for our diverse community. 60% of our students come from global majority groups. We have more than 40 identified primary languages in our student and staff community with over 35% of our students coming from having English as an additional language backgrounds. A higher-than-average number of our students are supported with overcoming barriers due to a special educational need.

We believe we enable all students to achieve their very best through our approach to inclusion coupled with our Metropolitan Way; High Standards, High Aspirations and High Expectations working in harmony with our PROUD values of being ResPectful, Resilient, CompassiOnate, AmbitioUs and UnifieD.

Why CLF?

We are a diverse and inclusive community of 36 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we’re all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.

We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population and our communities. We strongly believe that representation matters. Over 52% of the students who attend Bristol Metropolitan Academy are from global majority groups, so we particularly encourage applicants from those groups in order to represent the students we serve, as well as wider underrepresented groups including gender, transgender, age disability, sexual orientation or religion.

We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

What we can offer you:

• Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing support for career development and wellbeing.
• Sector-leading professional development entitlement and opportunities.
• Collaboration with colleagues across the trust through subject communities and specialist networks.
• Shared CLF curriculum, written and curated by trust experts, reducing individual teacher workload.
• Career enhancing and progression opportunities within the trust and through the CLF Institute.
• A collaborative culture which supports workload.
• Well-being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.
• A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.
• Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking and many more!

Recruitment timeline:

• Closing Date: 07 July 2026 @11.59pm
• Shortlisting: 08 July 2026
• Interviews: 15 July 2026

We welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment.

As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs – a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out.   

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist.