Teacher of Science
Priory School
Priory School Southsea
- New
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 01 Sept 2026
- Apply by:
- 1 May 2026
Job overview
Teacher of Science
Full Time
Required for Sept 2026
Salary: Main Pay Scale/UPS
The successful candidate will share our vision and values of achieving excellence and our commitment to continuously improving the standards of teaching and learning in a dedicated and forward looking team of 9 teachers and 4 technicians. The Science department delivers Key Stage 3 Science over two years and Key Stage 4 over three years. Science teachers deliver lessons of all scientific disciplines to our students and frequent subject knowledge CPD sessions help us to collaborate and plan for this curriculum delivery.
We are looking for someone who:
● Has a strong ethos of high achievement and success in Biology, Chemistry and Physics
● Has the ability to plan and deliver lessons which will develop pupil’s skills, knowledge, understanding and their love for learning in the 21st century
● Is skilled at fostering independent and collaborative student-led learning
● Is willing to work with other skilled practitioners to develop new teaching, marking and assessment strategies using one to one devices.
Benefits of working at Priory School:
● Member of a successful and genuinely supportive team.
● Refurbished science labs and superb technician support.
● Access to free in-house and Bohunt Education Trust leadership and career development training programmes.
● Access to a comprehensive discounts platform which will save you money on all manner of purchases, recreational activities, holidays and weekly shopping.
● CPD Programme which is thoughtfully and carefully designed to consider the needs of both the curriculum and staff.
● Staff wellbeing is extremely important to us. We offer a professional outsourced support & counselling service, calendar of optional fun social events, and a supportive, caring working environment.
We will ensure that the successful candidate has:
● Comprehensive induction, including a dedicated mentor if ECT
● Support and development to achieve your career goals
● Continuous professional learning, development and improvement including additional CPD non-contact periods on your timetable
Applicants are welcome to visit the school for a tour and to discuss the department/post with either the Headteacher, Head of Faculty or Curriculum Leader.
Priory School has been at the heart of learning in Southsea for over 100 years and since 2015 we have been a proud member of the award winning Bohunt Education Trust (BET). If you are interested in pursuing a career in this vibrant, positive “can do” environment and feel that you have the enthusiasm and drive to make a real difference, then please apply for this truly rewarding opportunity, where together we can create the next generation of confident, independent, work-ready individuals.
Further details and an application form can be obtained from the school or visit the school website.
Completed application forms should be sent to recruitment@priorysouthsea.org
Applicants will be asked to complete the Equal Opportunities Google Form which will be forwarded on receipt of application. This will enable us to promote equality of opportunity between people who share a protected characteristic and those who do not. Without the data we cannot measure the impact of any steps we take to eliminate inequality. This form will not be shared with the selection panel and only be used for monitoring purposes. Please note we do not accept CV’s.
Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible as we reserve the right to close the advert and interview at any time.
Closing Date: 1st May 2026
Interview Date: week commencing 4th May 2026
Safeguarding Statement:
Priory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. The successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks including enhanced DBS check (including a self-disclosure form), online/social media checks and satisfactory references
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About Priory School
Portsmouth and Southsea
Portsmouth is a dynamic and vibrant waterfront city .From the pomp and ceremony of our proud naval and maritime heritage, museums and galleries, unique shopping destinations, great places to eat and miles of beautiful waterfront, Portsmouth offers something for absolutely everyone.
Ideally situated on the south coast of England, the UK’s only island city has magnificent museums, live music venues, contemporary art galleries, two cathedrals, a diverse literary heritage, nightlife, festivals and countless events throughout the year.
If there are big, outdoor events in Portsmouth, chances are they'll be hosted on Southsea Common, a 100-acre open space right on the seafront. It's a popular location for sports, picnics and dog walks. Recently, the Common has also hosted a number of high-profile events, including the America's Cup World Series and Victorious music festival.
Not forgetting, of course, what is fast becoming the modern emblem of Portsmouth - the Emirates Spinnaker Tower. This imposing structure stretches 170 metres above Gunwharf Quays .
With all this and more on offer in one small island, Portsmouth certainly is the Great Waterfront City.
Priory School
Priory School has been proudly serving its local community for over 100 years. It is a comprehensive school of over 1200 students.
In 2014 the school joined the Bohunt Education Trust (BET) and in 2022 secured the best results in the history of the school.
· The best GCSE performance in Priory’s history.
· Above national average in English.
· Above national average in Maths.
· Above national average for overall progress.
· Above national average for the academically more able.
· Above national average for students with specific learning needs.
GCSE results are enormously important but they are not the only thing that characterises Priory School. Our students raise money for charity, excel on the sporting field, perform with distinction in school productions, dance shows and musical recitals and they enjoy numerous trips and visits that culminated in the first expedition to Iceland in the summer of 2016. Perhaps most rewarding is that there is also a genuine sense of gratitude and affection towards staff from our students as they recognise the huge efforts that staff make in supporting their efforts and achievements.
New appointments can expect,
· Outstanding support from colleagues.
· High quality professional development in the Bohunt Education Trust.
· Opportunities to work in more than one school in the Trust.
· Accelerated career opportunities and Leadership development.
· Accelerated pay opportunities for high performance.
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