Teacher - Science
Ref: SCH-AFM-0038 12 day(s) remaining
Establishment: Parklands High School
Location: Chorley
Salary: 32650 - 49084
Department: TEA
Job Type: Full Time
Key Stage: Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4
Closing Date:
02/05/2025 12:00
Interview Date: w/c 05/05/2025
Start Date: 01/09/2025
Additional Information
Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: AYR - All year round Hours per Week: 32.50 Weeks per Year: 52.143 Pay Grade: Main/Upper Teachers Scale | M1 - U3The Role
Join Our Outstanding Team at Parklands High School
Position: Teacher of Science
Salary: Main/Upper Pay Scale (commensurate with experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Closing Date: 12 noon, Friday 2nd May 2025
Interview Date: Week commencing 5th May 2025
Are you a passionate Science teacher with a commitment to inspiring young minds and making a real impact? Parklands High School is seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic, and innovative Teacher of Science to join our forward-thinking and supportive department from September 2025.
Why Parklands?
Parklands High School is a high-achieving, oversubscribed 11–16 academy with a strong sense of community and purpose. We are proud to be part of the Aspirational Futures Multi Academy Trust—a growing family of schools working collaboratively to achieve excellence.
As a Teacher of Science, you’ll benefit from;
- Eight modern, fully-equipped science labs and three prep rooms
- A collaborative and creative department supported by dedicated technicians
- Weekly CPD and departmental Quality of Education sessions
- An inclusive ethos and a commitment to high-quality education for all students
About You:
We’re looking for a teacher who:
- Has excellent subject knowledge and classroom practice
- Is an engaging and motivational practitioner
- Works well in a team and embraces innovation
- Is committed to continual professional development
- Has a good sense of humour and a passion for science education
Whether you’re an experienced teacher ready to broaden your leadership experience or an Early Career Teacher looking to make your mark in a supportive environment—this could be your ideal next step.
Staff Benefits:
- Free use of our state-of-the-art gym
- Healthcare plan covering optical, dental, and everyday medical costs
- Wellbeing programme (think Friday treats and festive lunches)
- A positive culture that supports work-life balance and open dialogue with leadership
How to Apply:
Visit www.parklandsacademy.co.uk to apply, Submit your application along with a supporting statement (max 2 sides of A4, size 12 font), detailing your suitability for the post.
For informal enquiries or to arrange a visit, please contact Jonny Galbraith, Assistant Headteacher by email to jgalbraith@parklandsacademy.co.uk
Come and make a difference where your passion for science can truly spark curiosity and change lives. We look forward to welcoming you to the Parklands family!
Parklands High School and the Aspirational Futures MAT are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to enhanced DBS clearance and online vetting checks.
Benefits
| Other | |
|---|---|
| A Positive culture supporting work life balance and a leadership 'open door' policy | |
| Gym access - Free use of our state of the art school gym ( out of school hours weekends and school holidays) | |
| UK Healthcare | Employer paid healthcare plan covering optical dental and everyday medical costs as well as offering a free employee assistance programme |
| Wellbeing programme ( think Friday treats, quiz nights, activities, festive lunches and summer BBQ's) | |
Qualifications
| Qualification Title | Grade | |
|---|---|---|
| Qualified Teacher Status |
Essential
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| Degree or equivalent qualification |
Essential
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Skills
| Personal Attributes | |
|---|---|
| Committed |
Desirable
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| Dedicated |
Desirable
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| Attitude and Image |
Desirable
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| Timekeeping |
Desirable
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| Confidence in supporting potentially vulnerable pupils |
Desirable
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| Enthusiastic, dedicated and reliable with an understanding of your professional responsibilities. |
Desirable
|
| Committed |
Desirable
|
| Experience | |
| Experience of relevant KS teaching |
Desirable
|
| Abilities, Skills and Knowledge | |
| Drive to further develop professional skills and knowledge |
Desirable
|
| Collaboration |
Desirable
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| Leadership | |
| Adaptable - ability to adapt style to a variery of situations and people |
Desirable
|
| Experience/Knowledge | |
| Follow policies and procedures |
Desirable
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| Promote the safety and wellbeing of all pupils, raising and recording concerns in line with the school’s safeguarding procedures | |
| Promote the safety and wellbeing of all pupils |
Desirable
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| Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive school attitudes, values and behaviour, which are expected of pupils | |
| Be a posirtive role model |
Desirable
|
Related Documents
Advert Science
Advert Sci.pdf
Download
Teacher of Science - Application pack
Science Teacher application pack 2025 (1).pdf
Download
Safeguarding Information
At Aspirational Futures Multi Academy trust we believe everyone has a responsibility to promote the welfare of all children and young people, to keep them safe and to practise in a way that protects them regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our staff and pupils and expect anyone working at the School to share this commitment.
Applications from ethnic minority candidates and other diverse groups are warmly welcomed.
Parklands High School
Southport Road
Chorley
Lancashire
PR7 1LL
Jonny Galbraith, Assistant Headteacher.
jgalbraith@parklandsacade...