Teacher of Science
Mascalls Academy
Kent, Tonbridge
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS based on experience + £2,000 recruitment bonus for the right candidate
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2025
- Apply by:
- 17 February 2025
Job overview
We know that exceptional Science practitioners are in high demand which is why we are offering a recruitment and retention bonus of £2,000 for the right candidate (£1,000 payable upon joining, and £1,000 payable after 1 year's service).
Are you a dynamic and passionate Science teacher ready to ignite curiosity and inspire a love of learning in young minds? Do you thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment where teamwork and professional growth are key? If so, Mascalls Academy wants to hear from you!
We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven Teacher of Science to join our exceptional department and help foster a passion for science across the academy. As a member of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to inspire and challenge our students, shaping the next generation of scientific thinkers and innovators.
Why join us?
- Exceptional Department: You will be part of a well-resourced, well-led Science department, working alongside subject specialists who are dedicated to delivering high-quality teaching and learning.
- Collaborative Culture: Our department has a strong culture of teamwork, where knowledge sharing, mutual support, and a shared vision are at the heart of everything we do.
- Professional Development: At Mascalls Academy, you will benefit from extensive opportunities for professional growth, including access to shared best practices across the wider Leigh Academies Trust network.
- Fantastic Resources: We have state-of-the-art facilities that enable you to deliver creative and engaging science lessons, supported by the latest teaching tools and technology.
What we’re looking for:
- A passionate Science teacher with the ability to inspire and engage students in all areas of science.
- A subject specialist who thrives in a collaborative team environment, sharing ideas and supporting colleagues to achieve collective success.
- A dedicated individual who is committed to high standards of teaching and learning and who constantly seeks to improve their practice.
- A drive to develop professionally and take full advantage of the excellent opportunities for career progression within Leigh Academies Trust.
If you are excited about the opportunity to shape the future of science education and make a lasting impact on students, we would love to hear from you!
Mascalls Academy is a very special place to work and pre-application visits or phone calls are both encouraged and welcomed. If you would like to arrange to discuss the role with a member of the team, please contact Amy Wenban, Recruitment Advisor at amy.wenban@latrust.org.uk
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About Mascalls Academy
Mascalls Academy is a secondary school at the heart of the community and our small school model ensures that each and every student gets the personal support and challenge they need to reach their full potential. The academy is divided into four colleges – Shackleton, Earhart, Luther King and Marie Curie Sixth Form College each having their own personality and range of specialisms, allowing them to be unique.
Mascalls Academy is a high achieving institution. Our most recent Ofsted inspection notes “ambitious leadership has established an ethos where staff are committed to driving standards up”, that Mascalls is a “happy place to be” and that “staff feel valued”. Our judgement that we are a ‘Good’ school with ‘Outstanding’ leadership and behaviour is accurate. It is our vision to become ‘Outstanding’ in every category.
Mascalls Academy is a dynamic and exciting place to work and the fantastic leadership team are committed to making it great for people at all stages in their careers. Our building and facilities are a mix of designs with two new buildings being modern, light and airy giving the academy a unique and special character.
Principal
Jo Brooks
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