Job description
Ignite curiosity. Spark discovery. Shape the next generation of scientists.
If you believe science should be exciting, empowering, and full of wonder, this is your opportunity to make a real impact. We are looking for an inspiring Teacher of Science for a January or April 2027 start, who can bring the subject to life through practical investigation, real-world applications, and the thrill of scientific discovery.
Whether you are an ECT ready to launch your career or an experienced teacher seeking a fresh challenge, we would love to hear from you.
🌟 About the Role
We are seeking a passionate teacher who can nurture scientific thinking and help every student achieve their full potential.
The successful candidate will:
- Demonstrate excellent, engaging classroom practice
- Hold high expectations for progress, behaviour, and achievement
- Bring creativity, enthusiasm, and a passion for science education
- Possess strong subject knowledge across the science curriculum
- Inspire, motivate, and support students of all abilities to think like scientists
- Contribute to the continued development of a dynamic and ambitious Science department
🏫 About Us
We are a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive school with a strong ethos built on ambition, respect, and achievement. As part of United Learning, a national group of schools, we share a commitment to bringing out the best in everyone, both students and staff alike.
💼 What We Offer: More Pay, More Time, More Support
We are proud to invest in our staff and offer a sector-leading employment package, including:
- Sector-leading pay, above national scales, with ECTs starting at £36,400
- Three additional INSET days each year dedicated to planning and development
- Health Cash Plan to support essential medical costs
- Guaranteed personal day, one paid day off annually for personal use
- Outstanding CPD with clear pathways for progression
- Wellbeing support, including counselling, legal, and financial advice
- Retail discounts through Westfield Rewards
Join us and help shape the future of our students through the power of scientific thinking, curiosity, and discovery. If you are passionate about science education and eager to share your love of science, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
North Oxfordshire Academy
Academy sponsor led · Secondary · Ages 11–19
- Pupils
- 1,023
- Avg teacher salary
- £50,788
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 21.8:1
- Academy trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
View full school profileOfsted rating key
Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.
Location
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Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 0UD
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- Salary
- £36,400.00 - £53,040.00 Annually (FTE)
- Contract
- Permanent
- Working pattern
- Part time
- Posted
- 1 October 2026
- Closing date
- 1 November 2026
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