Teacher of Science

Applications are welcome from Early Career Teachers and experienced teachers of Science, who have a passion for Science and for student success.  

The Science department is a highly successful, committed, and dynamic department. It is well resourced and has a relentless focus of raising pupil progress. The Department successfully recruits high numbers at KS4 (Separate Science) and at KS5.

We would like someone who is:

·       An outstanding teacher who leads by exemplary practice, which is founded on the belief that every child has the right to excel

·       A person who is organised with excellent interpersonal and communication skills

·       A teacher who is committed to the wellbeing and academic progress of all children

·       A person who is able to work in close partnership with the team of teachers at St Thomas More to develop themselves and our students gifts and talents to be the best they can be

We can offer you:

·       Children who behave well and want to learn and a committed staff who love their school

·       A collaborative partnership with teachers and our local Parish and community of schools

·       Support and encouragement to continue with further research or study

·       Personal support with our wellbeing programme and support structures

·       A supportive community and a well developed programme of CPD and support

Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to contact the school to arrange a time to come and visit us for an informal discussion. Please contact James Hollingsworth, Teaching and Learning Director on 01702 344933 or email jhollingsworth@st-thomasmore.southend.sch.uk to arrange a telephone conversation or a tour.

Please see the school’s website for further details and an application form or telephone the school for details to be sent to you. Please return completed applications to

recruitment@st-thomasmore.southend.sch.uk. We are a Catholic School but applications are equally welcome from non-Catholics who support our Catholic ethos.

Closing date: 15/05/2024

Interviews: w/c 20/05/2024

Start date: 01/09/2024

 he school’s application form must be completed. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks and Enhanced DBS clearance. References will be sought and an online search carried out on applicants as part of our due diligence.