Key Role Information

Salary
MPS
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
04/03/2026 12:00
Interview
TBC
Start
13 April 2026
Contract term
AYR - All year round
Pay grade
MPS
Department
Science
Key stage
Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, Key Stage 5
Hours per week
1.00
Weeks per year
0.000
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Job Title

Teacher of Science

Location

St John Plessington Catholic College

Responsible To

Head of Department

Salary Grade

MPS

Contract

This is a full-time 1 FTE, permanent contract

Start Date

April 2026 or sooner if possible

Closing Date for Applications

4th March 2026 at 12.00pm

Interviews to be held

To be confirmed


We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, dynamic and inspirational Teacher of Science to join a thriving and successful curriculum area.


This role represents an incredibly exciting opportunity for a reflective practitioner who is eager to be a part of an organisation that seeks to secure the very highest educational standards for students. We are looking for a practitioner who has high standards, commitment, passion and the ability to teach across the full range of age and ability.


The successful candidate will share in our vision for Catholic Education, as part of a successful and experienced Science department, that is committed to raising academic standards for all students whilst supporting the spiritual and moral development of the whole person.


The Science department is both innovative and supportive with a history of strong results at KS4 and 5, focused on inspiring children to reflect, learn and achieve. 

This is an opportunity to join a Science department where a love of Science is nurtured and students are encouraged to develop a love of Science beyond the classroom. 


We are looking for teachers who: 

  • Want to transform children’s lives and develop a love of Science
  • Are excellent classroom practitioners
  • Work well with staff and students alike
  • Are looking to join a community of schools that promotes the formation of young people into successful citizens
  • Are interested in developing their practice and committed to their own professional development


We offer: 

●  A unique opportunity to work for a MAT which is one of 87 national teaching school hubs and includes the lead school for Cheshire and Wirral Maths Hub

●  Mentoring and high level training

●  Encouragement to develop your career with excellent promotion opportunities and opportunities

●  A caring environment with well-being and work/life balance at its core

●  Inclusion in whole school and MAT teams – working together to achieve ambitious outcomes whilst valuing every individual’s contribution


In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, Holy Family Multi Academy Trust will undertake general online searches for all shortlisted candidates, this may include social media and video platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. Online searches will only examine data that is publicly available, and the aim is to identify any incidents or issues. Any areas of concern will be discussed during the interview process.


The Trust is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, disability, marital status, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief,

sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or pregnancy/maternity. All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK. 


If we receive a high volume of relevant applications, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised closing date, so please apply as soon as you can.



The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and individually take responsibility for doing so.



Qualifications

Degree in a relevant subjectessential
Qualified Teacher Statusessential

St John Plessington Catholic Secondary School

Recruitment Team

recruitment@hfcmat.com

Old Chester Road
Bebington
Wirral
Merseyside
CH63 7LF

Safeguarding Information

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.


Applicants should note that, in accordance with the safeguarding vulnerable groups’ regime, it is their responsibility to have made any necessary registrations relevant at the time of making this application, which are required for people working or volunteering with children. Accordingly, applicants are put on notice that any offer of employment made will be conditional upon identity and right to work checks and the results of Disclosure & Barring Service and Teacher Services checks (where applicable). For those who have lived or worked outside of the UK, the offer will also be conditional on satisfactory overseas checks including, where necessary, the provision of a letter of professional standing.