Science Teacher

Lift Tendring

Thorpe Campus, Landermere Rd, Thorpe-le-Soken, Essex, CO16 0LQ
United Kingdom

MPR + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Part time (0.8 FTE, 4 days per week), Fixed term until May 2027

June 2026 Start

Are you a passionate and committed Science teacher looking to make a real impact? Do you want to teach in a school where high expectations, strong relationships an d a broad curriculum sit at the heart of everything we do? If so, we'd love you to join us at Lift Tendring.

As a Teacher of Science, you will:

Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that build strong subject knowledge
Inspire curiosity and a love of science across Key Stages
Use assessment effectively to support progress and outcomes for all students
Create a positive and purposeful learning environment in line with our behaviour policy
Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop curriculum and share best practice

What we're looking for:

A qualified teacher (QTS) or someone working towards it
Strong subject knowledge across Science
The ability to motivate and engage students of all abilities
High expectations for behaviour and achievement
A team player who is committed to continuous improvement

Lift Tendring

Lift Tendring is a large, 11-19 mixed comprehensive school rated Good by Ofsted. With over 1,500 young people on roll, we strive to be a catalyst for change, ensuring that every child receives an excellent education, not just as a privilege, but as a right.

We offer a broad and ambitious curriculum, inspire high aspirations for all, and support students to achieve excellent academic and vocational outcomes. We also believe passionately in promoting the arts, creativity and sporting success.

If you would like to discuss this role in more detail or arrange a visit, please contact Michael Cerny, School Operations Manager, at mcerny@lifttendring.org.

Closing date : 13th May 2026

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 59 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.
Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

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