Ref: 000570
Teacher of Science
TPS
Full time, Permanent
Start Date: 01 September 2025
“Pupils, and students in the sixth form, flourish at this school. They are immensely proud of their school and its history. Pupils experience an ambitious curriculum that is successfully designed to build a deep and secure body of knowledge over time. They are exceptionally well prepared for the next stage in their education.” (Ofsted 2022)
We wish to appoint a well-qualified and enthusiastic teacher of science who can teach science across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. Science is a popular subject and high achieving department and we are looking to appoint someone who will share their passion and enthusiasm for science with our young people. We will be able to shape the teaching requirements of the successful applicant around their areas of specialism and experience to date. This is an exciting opportunity for an ECT or experienced teacher to join an outstanding school and outstanding science department.
We are looking for someone who:
* Has experience of teaching science in a comprehensive school (as a teacher or as a trainee teacher),
* Can establish good relationships with, motivate and inspire young people, and who shows the potential and commitment to become and outstanding teacher,
* Is a flexible and perceptive classroom practitioner who can engage students across the age and ability range and enable all to learn, enjoy and make progress,
* Is commitment to personal, professional development and becoming the best that you can be, has good interpersonal skills.
Working for The Blue Coat School means that you would be part of the Cranmer Education Trust, a successful, growing Trust which prides itself on looking after its people, offering a high level of support and access to expertise. This is an excellent time to join the team, as we develop collaborative structures and systems to enhance and support our growing family of schools.
Alongside The Blue Coat School, the Trust is made up of primary and secondary schools across Oldham and Rochdale. The Trust also incorporates a Teacher Training school and the East Manchester Teaching Hub and a MFL hub, which support the training and development of new and existing teachers across the North West of England.
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We offer:
* Opportunities for professional development in a growing Trust
* A strong school community that places children, families and staff at the heart of everything we do.
* A supportive team who will work with and alongside you to achieve the very best
* Teachers career average pension scheme with a generous employer contribution
* Central Oldham location close to good transport networks
The Blue Coat School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Cranmer Education Trust follows safer recruitment practices. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and appointment is therefore subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service.
For further information please refer to:
* The Cranmer Education Trust’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy Trust Policies | Cranmer Education Trust
* The Trust’s statement on the employment of ex-offenders, in the vacancy Documents section.
* The job description and person specification for further information regarding the safeguarding responsibilities of the role.
Follow the link Cranmer Education Trust - Careers site to apply for this vacancy.
Please note CVs are not accepted.
Closing Date: 9am - Monday 24 February 2025
Interviews: TBC
Start Date: 01 September 2025
The Cranmer Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer and will provide reasonable support to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process.