Teacher of Science (maternity cover)

Teacher of Science

MPS/UPS (Outer London)

Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation of Scientists? Do you possess a deep understanding and enthusiasm for the subject? Join us at Oaks Park High School, where we are excited to welcome a dedicated and passionate Teacher of Science to join our team.

At Oaks Park High School, our students and staff work hard to ensure the best academic outcomes. Last year our Progress 8 score was 0.63, significantly above the national average. As a result, A-Level Biology, Chemistry and Physics are a popular choice in our Sixth Form, with increasing numbers of students going on to study a variety of sciences at university.

In addition to our drive of delivering the best possible results for students, we have strong pastoral care strategies to best support our students and their families.

If you would like to be part of this forward thinking and ambitious school community, we eagerly anticipate receiving your application.

Applicants would potentially be required to teach all three Sciences at Key Stage 4. Experience of teaching Key Stage 5 would be advantageous.

What We Offer:

• Oversubscribed 11-18 mixed comprehensive school with 300 students per year group (Year 7-11) and approx. 400 students in the Sixth Form.
  
• Highly regarded for outstanding pupil behaviour and a purposeful learning environment
  
• A positive, high-performing Science department with a proven track record of exceptional outcomes across the full range of qualifications.
  
• Professional development opportunities to support your career advancement.
  
• Access to excellent modern facilities that enhance the learning experience.
• An ambitious and supportive multicultural community that keeps our child-centred philosophy at the heart of everything that we do.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment focused on "Learning Together, Achieving Together."
• Medical and well-being support for all staff, provided at no cost.

Location: The school is centrally located in the London Borough of Redbridge. There are excellent transport links to central and outer London, with Newbury Park station (zone 4 on the Central Line) only a four minute walk away.

Application Deadline: 10.00AM on Friday 5th September 2025.

Interview Dates: Details regarding interviews will be confirmed with short listed candidates.

Safeguarding:

Oaks Park High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. As such, all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates are required prior to interview, to disclose any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Non disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily prevent you from employment depending on the offence(s).

Shortlisted candidates will also be required to bring their current DBS certificate with them to interview. References from the previous and current employer (Headteacher if the candidate currently works in a school) will be requested and appointments can only be made upon receipt of satisfactory references and a newly applied for Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check from the Disclosure and Barring Services.