Second in Department - Science

Pay:

Meets national minimum wage

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

12/10/2026

About this job

What skills and experience we're looking for Reddish Vale High School are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, enthusiastic, committed and ambitious Teacher of Science, looking for the next step in their career, to join a very strong department within our school.

The successful candidate will display a real passion for the teaching of their subject, with experience of teaching across KS3 and
4. Reporting to the Head of Department for Science, the Second in Department plays a key role in supporting with the leadership, management, and development of the Science team.

This includes teaching, curriculum planning, assessment, and ensuring that departmental goals align with the broader objectives of the school.

The position requires strong leadership, organisational skills, and a deep understanding of teaching Science at various levels.

The successful candidate will be an integral part of the team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding, creative teacher with the drive, passion and commitment to join our hugely talented team of staff, working together to encourage and support every leaner in reaching their full potential.

Your experience and expertise will be able to promote and encourage students to thrive in their Science studies.

As Second in Department for Science, you will:

Help lead departmental meetings, setting agendas, and ensuring effective communication among staff.

Lead or coordinate aspects of assessment and exam preparation, ensuring students are well-prepared for GCSEs or other relevant exams.

Deliver engaging and challenging lessons to students of all abilities.

Work collaboratively with other teachers and staff to enhance the learning experience.

Contribute to the development of the Science curriculum and ensure it is both relevant and inspiring.

What the school offers its staff

• An engaging, creative and welcoming environment.
• Membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme, with excellent employer contributions.
• Free on-site parking.
• On-site canteen facilities.
• Staff room with free refreshments.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Occupational Health and Counselling services available.
• Supported by a talented, highly motivated, committed and professional team of colleagues.
• Active and supportive Governing Bodies and Senior Leadership Teams.
• CPD opportunities for all staff.
• A great place to work.

Commitment to safeguarding Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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