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Teacher of Science - maternity cover

The Royal Sutton School · Sutton Coldfield · Birmingham

Job description

The Royal Sutton School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated and highly effective Teacher of Science to join our supportive and ambitious team on a maternity cover basis. This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational teacher to join our Science department and deliver high-quality teaching that engages and challenges students across the age and ability range. The successful candidate will play an important role in inspiring a love of Science, developing students’ knowledge and understanding, and supporting them to achieve their full potential.

Key responsibilities

  1. Planning and delivering engaging, challenging and inclusive Science lessons.
  2. Teaching students across the secondary age and ability range, adapting learning to meet individual needs.
  3. Inspiring students to develop a strong understanding and enthusiasm for Science.
  4. Monitoring and assessing student progress, providing effective feedback and implementing appropriate support strategies.
  5. Working collaboratively with colleagues within the Science department and across the wider school.
  6. Contributing to the wider life of the school and supporting our commitment to high standards of achievement and behaviour.

What you'll need to succeed

  1. Has a passion for Science and a commitment to delivering high-quality teaching and learning.
  2. Has the ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons that inspire and challenge students.
  3. Has high expectations of all students and is committed to raising achievement.
  4. Can adapt teaching to meet the diverse needs and abilities of students.
  5. Builds positive and productive relationships with students, colleagues and families.
  6. Is committed to working collaboratively as part of a supportive and ambitious team.
  7. Is enthusiastic about their own professional development and contributing to the wider school community.

What you'll get in return

  1. A supportive and collaborative working environment
  2. Opportunities for professional development and career progression
  3. Access to high-quality CPD and mentoring (including ECT support)
  4. An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and employee benefits package
  5. Competitive pension scheme (Teachers’ Pension Scheme)
  6. Professional development and wellbeing days

What you need to do now

To apply please complete an application form online. Please include a supporting statement outlining ‘what skills and experience you have that make you suitable for the role’. To arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact Marion Oxenbold, Head of Science, via email marion.oxenbold@atlp.org.uk or call 0121 323 1134. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.


Interviews will take place as soon as applications are received. We therefore reserve the right to close this advert early if sufficient applications are received or the vacancy is filled.

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Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).

About this school

The Royal Sutton School

Academy sponsor led · Secondary · Ages 11–16

Good
Pupils
972
Avg teacher salary
£49,433
Pupil:teacher ratio
17.9:1
Academy trust
THE ARTHUR TERRY LEARNING PARTNERSHIP

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

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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Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, B75 7DY

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Salary
MPS/UPS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
2 September 2026
Closing date
30 September 2026

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