Teacher of Science

Bedale High School; Bedale; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local secondary school in Bedale is seeking a passionate Teacher of Science to join their dedicated team. The successful candidate will inspire students and promote the significance of Science in everyday life. This role demands a commitment to safeguarding and child protection. While all specialisms are welcome, expertise in Chemistry or Physics will be advantageous. The school offers a supportive environment and values a proactive approach to teaching and engagement.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in teaching Science at a secondary school level.
• A specialism in Chemistry and/or Physics is advantageous.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Teach and inspire students in the subject of Science.
• Promote the importance of Science in the wider world.
• Contribute to extra-curricular activities.

Skills

Teaching ability

Passion for Science

Ability to promote core values

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Teacher of Science

MPS/UPS 1.0 FTE

We are looking for a passionate Teacher of Science who will join a successful and committed team of staff within the Science Faculty, on our continued journey to become an outstanding school. The successful candidate will be an excellent and enthusiastic teacher, looking to join a community focused school where we go the extra mile to give our students the best provision we can offer. Someone who would proactively promote our core values of Courage, Commitment and Compassion – ensuring that they are brought to life through the taught curriculum and through your contribution to extra-curricular activities. A teacher who can show our students how exciting and engaging this subject can be, and promote its importance in the wider world.

Applications from all specialisms welcome, however, a Chemistry and/or Physics specialism would be an advantage.

Bedale High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. We have a robust Child Protection Policy and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment at the School. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service criminal records check for work with children.

If you would like an informal conversation about this role, or to learn more about our school, please email [e-mail], marking your email for the attention of the Deputy Headteacher, Mr Dunne.

Please return completed application forms to the Operations Manager: HR and Admin:

Amy McDougal

Bedale High School

Fitzalan Road

Bedale

North Yorkshire

DL8 2EQ

Or by email: [e-mail]

Closing date: Monday 19 January 2026, 9am.

Interview Date: TBC

Start date: September 2026>