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TeacherScience

Teacher of Science with KS5 Responsibility

Harris Academy Benfleet · Benfleet · Essex

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious Teacher of Science with responsibility for Key Stage 5 to lead and develop our post-16 Science provision. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding teacher who is passionate about Science education and committed to ensuring all students achieve exceptional outcomes.

The successful candidate will:

  • Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree.

  • Have successful teaching experience at secondary level, ideally including experience in multi-ethnic urban schools and/or in an 11-18 school.
  • Understand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning.
  • Have of National Curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4, particularly in the relevant key stage.
  • Understand the importance of having high expectations for all students, both of behaviour and academic achievement. Understand inclusive provision and practices which offer equality of access to the curriculum for all students, including SEN, EAL and high achievers.

  • Have knowledge and experience of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students work.
  • Understand the importance of being a Tutor.


Benefits

Annual Loyalty Bonus + Pension Scheme (TPS) + Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan + Additional Harris Benefits

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About this school

The Appleton School

Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 11–19

Not rated
Pupils
1,561
Avg teacher salary
£50,968
Pupil:teacher ratio
19.2:1
Academy trust
COMPASS EDUCATION TRUST LTD

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

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

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Location

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Benfleet, Essex, SS7 5RN

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Salary
£33,916-£52,048 + TLR
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
12 October 2026
Closing date
2 November 2026

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