Teacher of Science (Specialism in Biology or Chemistry preferable)

Name of Executive Headteacher – Russell Denial Salary: Inner London Teachers Pay Scale We ‘ARE’ Preston Manor School Ambition | Responsibility | Excellence The School: Established in 1938, Preston Manor School is a thriving, inclusive all-through school serving its local community. It operates across two sites, with a Lower School (Reception to Year 6) and an Upper School (Year 7 to Sixth Form), supporting students throughout their entire educational journey. The school has a committed staff and Governing Body alongside a supportive parent body. The school is known for strong academic performance, consistently exceeding national averages, and for its commitment to developing well-rounded individuals. With extensive outdoor space, students benefit from both academic and outdoor learning opportunities. At its core, the school promotes three key values: Ambition – encouraging students to aim high Responsibility – fostering accountability for self and others Excellence – striving for the best outcomes for everyone The Post: This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher who is passionate about teaching Science to join a high performing department. Approximately one third of all our KS4 students sit Separate Sciences at GCSE, and we have excellent uptake of the Sciences at KS5. Expectations of student behaviour and learning in Science, and across the school, are high. The successful candidate will be expected to be able to teach at all Key Stages. We offer: the opportunity to work across the education phases motivated, enthusiastic and ambitious students a friendly and supportive team of teachers well-resourced facilities a professionally stimulating and collaborative working environment a commitment to professional development, including an excellent CPD programme including ECT induction and Train to Teach candidates The school welcomes applications from Early Career Teachers (ECT). As an ECT at Preston Manor, in addition to receiving your full entitlement under the Early Career Framework, you will benefit from our bespoke professional programme, which take into consideration your future aspiration and well-being. Please note that staff at Preston Manor are not required to cover for colleagues. The above post provides an excellent opportunity to work in a high quality environment and to become part of a highly motivated and visionary staff. The Person: You will: have a passion for teaching and learning be an innovative and strategic thinker with vision and ideas be an excellent practitioner lead by example and act as a strong role model to students and staff have a positive, can do attitude with staff and students have a proven track record of achieving outstanding student progress though own practice be an effective team player and value every aspect of the life of the school have effective interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire students and staff be an active learner, who constantly strives to improve, with the desire to progress How to apply: Safeguarding Preston Manor School and its staff are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children. The School is registered with the DBS and successful applicants will be required to complete successfully the Disclosure procedure at the Enhanced level. It is an offence for any person barred from working with children to apply for this post. The School’s Application Form will only be accepted from candidates who have completed this form in full. CV’s will not be accepted as a substitute. In addition to completing an application form, all applicants will be required to complete a criminal records self-declaration form. Please note you are not required to disclose convictions or cautions that are ‘protected’, as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If you have a conviction and are not sure whether is it ‘protected’, please visit the Gov.UK link below: https://www.gov.uk/tell-employer-or-college-about-criminal-record/check-your-conviction-caution Preston Manor School will conduct online searches for shortlisted candidates. This check will be undertaken based on the requirements set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025. The check will help to ensure safe and robust checks on the suitability of individuals to work within our school. The safeguarding responsibilities of this post have been outlined in the job description and person specification. Preston Manor School is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. For further information and an application pack, email hradmin@preston-manor.com or download the pack from our website via the button below. The school reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the date advertised, so early application is advised. Closing Date: noon on Thursday 11 June 2026. Interview Date: w/c 15 June 2026. Start Date: September 2026. Brent Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check.41bf1e1f-b16b-4260-a40a-17c77a06fd15…