Teacher of Science - Maternity Cover

Sfet; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community school in Basingstoke seeks a passionate Teacher of Science for a maternity cover starting in April 2026. This role involves teaching Biology, Chemistry, and Physics to students at KS3 and KS4. Ideal candidates will demonstrate excellent classroom practices, commitment to student success, and desire for professional development. The school supports ECTs with an induction program, aiming to make a significant contribution to a thriving science department alongside a dedicated team.

Benefits

High-quality professional development

Supportive Senior Leadership Team

Qualifications

• Ability to create a stimulating learning environment.
• Passionate about teaching and professional development.
• Excellent classroom practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Teach across Biology, Chemistry & Physics at KS3 & 4.
• Contribute to the development of the Science Faculty.
• Engage students to achieve high academic outcomes.

Skills

Classroom management

Subject knowledge in Biology, Chemistry & Physics

Commitment to student outcomes

Innovative teaching techniques

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

* Teacher of Science - Maternity CoverNEW# Teacher of Science - Maternity CoverEmployerLocation: Basingstoke, HampshireContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Full TimeContract Length: One year fixed term contractSalary: MPR / UPRPosted: 15th December 2025Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 16th January 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: Fixed term contractStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1526193Suitable for: ECT (NQT) GraduatesJob Reference: Science Mat - Dec 2025Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Fixed term contract* Contract Length: One year fixed term contract* Suitable for: ECT (NQT) Graduates* Job ID: 1526193* Share :As a demonstrably successful Science Team, we are seeking an innovative, highly effective, and inspirational full or part-time Teacher of Science to join us on a one-year fixed-term maternity cover contract, commencing in April 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a thriving department committed to excellence in science education. A recruitment allowance may be considered for an appropriately experienced candidate who brings the right skills and attributes to the role.Brighton Hill Community School has been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted in our last inspection. We are an 11-16 Community School with over 1200 students. You will teach across Biology, Chemistry & Physics at both KS3 & 4, as well as a range of abilities to make a significant positive contribution to the vision of the school.The successful candidate will be:• An excellent classroom practitioner in the sciences• Committed to achieving the very best outcomes for our students and our journey to being an outstanding school• Able to create a stimulating learning environment to promote exceptional progress and high engagement• Passionate about teaching and learning and your own professional development• Able to make a significant contribution to the development of the Science Faculty and wider school life.• High quality support from the Senior Leadership Team and the Science faculty which has a track record of excellent GCSE results• “Leaders and governors constantly focus on their vision of ‘making success inevitable’”. (Ofsted 2022)• “Lessons are calm and focused. When asking pupils about this, one simply explained, ‘It’s how we do it here.’” (Ofsted 2022)• The opportunity to innovate and develop your professional skills through a comprehensive and innovative professional development programme which seeks to develop all staff• The chance to be part of a dedicated team committed to improving outcomes for our students, who “are eager to explain why they believe that Brighton Hill is such a special school.” (Ofsted 2022)• A clear vision for Teaching and Learning which embraces current research and creative practiceIf you are an enthusiastic teacher with the desire to make a real difference for our students, we would like to hear from you. We welcome applications from talented ECTs who will benefit from high-quality induction support.Please note CVs will not be accepted.Closing date for applications: Friday 16th January 2026We are committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of students and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to DBS and other employment checks.### Safeguarding Statement:BHCS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake relevant safeguarding checks in line with Government safer recruitment guidelines.### Brighton Hill Community SchoolPart of### South Farnham Educational Trust