Teacher - Science Specialist

Salary

Teachers Main to Upper Pay Scale (Outer London) £37,868 - 56,154

Benefits

• Generous workplace pension through Teachers' Pension Scheme
• Condensed school year with two week half term in October
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support, free eye tests and flu vaccinations
• Access to savings on everyday spending through My Staff Shop benefits platform
• Work life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on site parking and cycle to work scheme

Position

Teacher - Science Specialist

Contract

Full time, permanent

Start Date

1st September 2026

About Twickenham School

Twickenham School is a high performing mixed secondary school for students aged in Twickenham, south west London. It is part of Bourne Education Trust (BET), a successful multi academy trust comprising twenty four schools across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. We are committed to "Transforming schools changing lives" and guided by our core values of Perseverance, Responsibility, Integrity, Dedication and Empathy.

We offer a broad and balanced curriculum designed to stretch and challenge every student, fostering a love of learning that lasts a lifetime. Our facilities are among the best in the borough, with a completely rebuilt building in 2015, upgraded in 2018 and further investments planned. The new Aspire centre opened in September 2022 and a new drama studio will open in September 2025.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver the curriculum relevant to the age and ability of the individuals and classes you teach, preparing and developing teaching materials, programmes and pastoral arrangements as appropriate.
• Be accountable for the attainment, progress and outcomes of all pupils within your class(es), planning effectively to ensure pupils have the opportunity to meet their potential.
• Be aware of pupils' capabilities, planning effectively to meet the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs and, where appropriate, lead the preparation, implementation, monitoring and review of SEN Support Arrangements.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent
• Demonstrated awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
• Evidence of effective continuous professional development
• Experience in coordinating a subject

Our Culture

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity

How to Apply

Please click "Apply" to complete our online application form. CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered.

The closing date for this vacancy is the 3rd April 2026. However we strongly recommend applying early to maximise your chance of being considered. Applications will be considered on receipt and we retain the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.

Equality and Diversity

Bourne Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils and follows safeguarding interview procedures. We expect all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships. In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.

Disability Confidence

Bourne Education Trust is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and no applicant will be disadvantaged due to a disability. All candidates who are disabled, as defined by the Equality Act 2010 and who meet the minimum essential requirements, will be offered an interview.