Teacher (KS2 & KS3)
With a Subject Specialism for Science
Ryecroft C.E. Middle School
Main Scale- UPS3
One-Year Fixed-Term Contract September 2026 Start
Ryecroft C.E. Middle School is a popular, happy and thriving 9-13 middle school set in beautiful surroundings at the heart of its community. We are proud to be part of the Innovate2Educate Partnership and are committed to providing an inclusive, ambitious and high-quality education for every child.
We are seeking to appoint a Science specialist teacher who demonstrates excellent classroom practice and a genuine passion for inspiring young people. This post would suit either an Early Career Teacher with strong potential or an experienced practitioner who is committed to high standards of teaching and learning.
The Role
- Teaching Science across KS2 and KS3
- Delivering engaging, well-planned lessons that motivate and challenge all learners
- Contributing positively to wider school life, including extra-curricular activities
- Working collaboratively within a supportive and dedicated staff team
- Teaching additional curriculum areas as required
At Ryecroft, we value teachers as professionals. You will have the freedom to teach creatively, collaborate meaningfully, and shape learning within a supportive framework that prioritises pupil progress, subject passion and staff wellbeing.
We are looking for a teacher who:
- Has a genuine love for Science and communicates this with energy and clarity
- Thinks carefully about how children learn and adapts teaching accordingly
- Has high expectations, underpinned by warmth, consistency and care
- Enjoys working collaboratively and contributes positively to school life
- Wants to continue developing their practice and make an impact
Teachers with a primary or middle school background are warmly encouraged to apply.
We Can Offer:
- Enthusiastic, respectful pupils who enjoy Science and rise to challenge
- A friendly, supportive staff team with a strong sense of shared purpose
- Thoughtful leadership that values staff wellbeing and professional dialogue
- High-quality CPD tailored to career stage, including strong ECT support
- A Good Ofsted rated school with a clear vision for continued improvement
Ryecroft is a school where children are known, challenged and cared for - and where teachers are supported to do their best work
Visits & Further Information
We would love to show you our school and talk honestly about the role. Visits and informal conversations are warmly welcomed - please contact Mrs Tracey Evans, Business Manager, to arrange a visit or discussion on , or alternatively, email at . Further information about our school can be found on our website
How to Apply
An Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification can be found below or on our website.
Applications should be submitted with a covering letter by email to
CV's alone will not be accepted
Closing date
Monday 18th May 2026 -12.00 noon. References will be requested at this stage
Interviews: Thursday 21st May 2026
Candidates who are shortlisted will be informed by telephone or email, if possible.
Safeguarding
The Trust is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website:
Please note if you are shortlisted, an online search may be carried out before interview which may identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which may indicate that you are unsuitable to work with children and that we might want to explore with you at interview.
Our Safeguarding Policy is available on our website, and we encourage applicants to review it before applying
