Teacher of Science Maternity Cover
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Southport, PR8 6JS |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 22 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 19 Oct 2026 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Dear Candidate, Thank you for taking the time to apply to join our wonderful Science Department. At Meols Cop, we are committed to developing a Science department that inspires curiosity, promotes academic excellence, and equips students with the knowledge and skills to understand the world around them. Our department is staffed by a team of passionate and knowledgeable practitioners who share the same goal: delivering engaging lessons that are rich in challenge, high expectations and opportunities for discovery. We strive to foster a love of learning through practical investigations, real-world applications of science, and the development of critical thinking skills. We want every student to leave our classrooms with a deeper understanding of how science shapes the world around them. Our curriculum is carefully sequenced and designed to build knowledge and scientific understanding over time. At Key Stage 3, students explore the fundamental concepts of Biology, Chemistry and Physics through an engaging and broad curriculum that develops both substantive knowledge and practical skills. Students are encouraged to ask questions, explore ideas and develop their confidence as young scientists through a range of investigative and enquiry-based learning experiences. At Key Stage 4, we build upon the strong foundations established in Key Stage 3 as students follow the Edexcel Combined Science and Separate Science pathways. Our curriculum develops students' analytical, mathematical and practical skills whilst preparing them for GCSE success. Through a carefully planned programme of study, we revisit and interleave key concepts to strengthen understanding and retention, ensuring students are well-equipped to tackle examination challenges and pursue further study where appropriate. Our schemes of learning are fully resourced and continually reviewed and refined by the department. We believe in collaborative planning and sharing best practice to ensure that our curriculum remains engaging, accessible and ambitious for all learners. We are committed to providing the very best educational experiences and adapting our provision to meet the needs of every student. As a department, we are incredibly proud of the work we do to support all students in achieving their potential. If successful, you will join a dedicated and supportive team that values collaboration, professional growth and excellence in teaching and learning. Together, we are committed to ensuring that every student experiences the highest quality science education during their time at Meols Cop. We wish you every success with your application and would be delighted to provide any further information or arrange a visit to the department should you wish to find out more about joining our team.
What the school offers its staff
Please see the job pack for details about employee benefits.
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.