Teacher of Science

Are you passionate about shaping young minds and inspiring the next generation of scientists?

East Leake Academy has an exciting opportunity for a Teacher of Science to join our talented, supportive, and well-established team. We encourage prospective candidates to visit us, meet the team, explore our facilities, and gain a true sense of the vibrant community you could be part of.

This position is offered on a full-time basis, though a part-time arrangement may be considered for the right candidate.

We are proud of our strong track record of success and are keen to continue strengthening our team with colleagues who share our commitment to exceptional outcomes for students. While appointing a Biology specialist would be ideal, we equally welcome outstanding applicants from all three science disciplines.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for teachers at any stage of their career, whether you are just starting out or bring a wealth of experience. A proven track record of successful outcomes is highly desirable (where appropriate to your career stage), but above all, we value passion, commitment, and the ability to inspire a love of science.

We are seeking colleagues who can teach across the full age and ability range, including Triple Science at GCSE and A-level in their specialism, if required. Our curriculum is largely delivered by subject specialists throughout the key stages, though there is some planned overlap at KS3 where staff may occasionally teach outside their specialism.

The Successful Candidate Will:

• Bring enthusiasm, expertise, and the resolve to make a real difference by equipping students for future success
• Hold high expectations of themselves and others, inspiring excellence across the faculty and school
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner and a collaborative, supportive team member
• Show a willingness to contribute to and develop excellent practice within the department
• Demonstrate commitment to driving student progress while fostering holistic development
• Deliver innovative, engaging, and challenging lessons that enable all students to fulfil their potential

Essential Requirements:

• A clear sense of purpose and a strong, student-centred vision
• Understanding of effective strategies to sustain high aspirations, strong outcomes, and excellent behaviour
• High expectations for accountability, consistency, and professional conduct

Find Out More

We strongly encourage interested candidates to get in touch with the Head of Faculty for an informal phone conversation or to arrange a visit and tour of the school. This is a fantastic opportunity to experience our thriving department firsthand and discover what makes East Leake Academy such a rewarding place to work.

Why join East Leake Academy?

We are a large secondary academy for students aged 11-18 years based in East Leake with over 1,000 students. In our latest Ofsted inspection, we were rated ‘good’ overall with feedback that ‘pupils are happy and enjoy coming to school. They show respect and good manners when they speak with staff in class and at social times. Pupils know that their teachers want them to be as successful as possible. Pupils achieve well, and they are prepared by the school to be active citizens effectively.’

Visits are welcomed and encouraged - please contact Richard Buttinger for further information.

Our employee benefits

At Diverse Academies, you’ll find yourself in a vibrant, inclusive and supportive environment, where everyone can grow, progress and achieve a fulfilling career. We offer a fantastic range of rewards and benefits, challenging and interesting work, and opportunities to achieve your potential.

In return you will benefit from:

• Teacher Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of at least 23.68%
• Excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities covering technical, leadership and coaching skills via the trust’s Diverse Association for Professional Learning
• Employee Assistance Programme
• GP helpline
• Health and wellbeing advice and support
• Eyecare vouchers
• Salary sacrifice schemes - car scheme, cycle to work, home and electronics
• Lifestyle savings - discounts and offers on gym memberships, holidays, days out, shopping, restaurants, etc
• Health cash plan (personal or family) - where you pay monthly and can claim money back on private treatments such as dental, optical and therapies (e.g. physiotherapy, osteopathy etc)
• Take a look at our rewards and benefits online

Applications

Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should we identify an appropriate candidate.

Closing date: 04/11/2026

Interview date: 11/11/2026

Start date: Easter (earlier if possible)

If you have any initial questions or would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact Richard Buttinger, (email address on the original advert) or by phone (phone number on the original advert).

About Diverse Academies Trust

Diverse Academies is a multi-academy trust with a vision to inspire, to raise aspirations and to create brighter tomorrows. Across primary, secondary and special settings, we share a common mission to nurture curiosity, develop wellbeing and empower children and young people to go beyond their aspirations. Together, we believe we can make a difference in our diverse communities, and in the lives of those who learn with us and work with us.

We empower. We respect. We care.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our care. We expect everybody employed and volunteering for the organisation to share this commitment. Any offer will be subject to safer recruitment checks and clearances. View our safeguarding and child protection policy.