Key Role Information

Salary
32,916.00 - 51,048.00 pro rata
Job type
Part Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
20/05/2026 12:00
Interview
22/05/2026
Contract term
AYR - All year round
Pay grade
Teachers MPS/UPS
Department
Science
Key stage
Key Stage 2, Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4
Hours per week
26.00
Weeks per year
52.000
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Are you seeking an opportunity to develop your teaching skills in a great school?

We wish to appoint someone with the ambition to be an exceptional Science Teacher. 

The person we appoint will:

·        Be enthusiastic and flexible

·        Be creative and use initiative                                                

·        Be a reflective practitioner

 In return, we can offer:

·        A welcoming school

·        Enthusiastic students who are keen to learn

·        A strong senior and curriculum leadership team

·        A supportive working environment

·        Strong support for professional development, including membership of the Oaks Collegiate

·        Excellent opportunities for promotion

·        Staff Well-being and support programme

·        Generous planning and preparation time allocation

 The successful applicant will join a team of strong practitioners who work together to inspire students to succeed. This is an excellent school to work in, with students who are ambitious and motivated to learn, and staff who support one another. We are not only committed to developing our students, but you will also be fully supported with professional development.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 20 May at 12:00pm

Interviews to be held on: Friday 22 May

Please contact the school on 0121 464 3172 to arrange an appointment to visit the school.


Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Statusessential
Degree in a relevant subjectessential

Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Ability to demonstrate that you are an outstanding classroom teacheressential
Proven track record of examination success at GCSE (and A Level where applicable).essential
High level of interpersonal skillsessential
Able to analyse and synthesise informationessential
The ability to form good working relationships with colleagues and studentsessential
Able to work under pressureessential
Good organisation and time management skillsessential
Confident user of ICTessential

About Us

Thank you for your interest in working at Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre. You will be able to learn more about our school from our school website: www.hillcrest.bham.sch.uk

At Hillcrest School, we live by our core values: Work Hard, Be Kind, Aim High.

We create a supportive and respectful learning environment where students are encouraged to Work Hard, take pride in their efforts, and develop a passion for lifelong learning. With high expectations for every student, we provide a knowledge-rich curriculum and quality teaching that prepare learners for the challenges of a constantly evolving world.

Students are encouraged to set high aspirations and collaborate constructively with their teachers to achieve ambitious goals across a wide range of areas. We aim to give students the chance to thrive in the next stage of their lives, whether that means gaining places at some of the best universities, embarking on apprenticeships, or preparing to lead fulfilling adult lives.

Excellent behaviour is expected from all students to create a safe and happy school community. A calm and orderly environment ensures every student can thrive and achieve their full potential.

Our community is founded on kindness and mutual respect. Hillcrest is a happy, fair, and responsible school where students learn to Be Kind to one another. We actively uphold the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and tolerance, ensuring everyone feels valued and included.

We inspire every student to Aim High, not only academically but in all areas of life. Hillcrest equips students with the confidence, skills, and resilience to thrive in modern Britain. We encourage them to pursue their ambitions boldly, embrace new challenges, and make a positive impact on the world around them.

Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre

Claire Thompson

cthompson@hillcrest.bham.sch.uk

Stonehouse Lane
Bartley Green
Birmingham
West Midlands
B32 3AE

Safeguarding Information

Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and other vetting procedures including the provision of two good references.  We also undertake an online check for shortlisted candidates.