Teacher of Science (The Hastings Academy)
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Hours of work: 32.5 Hours
Working pattern: Full-time
Closing date: Sunday 1 February 2026
For more information and to apply for the above post please contact:
The Hastings Academy
Rye Road
Hastings
East Sussex
TN35 5DN
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Please note we do not accept CVs.
Love Science So do we!
Are you passionate about Science and eager to share that enthusiasm with young people
Were looking for someone who:
Has a genuine passion for helping every student discover their love of Science
Brings enthusiasm authority and confidence to their teaching
Creates engaging lessons that give outstanding learning experiences
Is dedicated to inspire our students to achieve their full potential
We would like to appoint a Teacher of Science to teach Key Stage 3 and 4 to start in September 2026. We are welcoming applications for any discipline although Chemistry or Physics would be preferred. Leadership opportunities may be available for exceptional candidates within the department or wider school.
If this sounds like you come and make a difference with us!
Who are we
Our mission is to provide all our students with the opportunities they need to become well-rounded citizens who believe in themselves value others and can make a positive difference to their world. This year we were the most improved school in Hastings!
We believe in every students potential and we encourage them to aim high. Our students are taught to have respect for themselves the community and each other.
All who work and are a part of The Hastings Academy are continually striving to ensure we are the academy of choice. We have a published admissions number of 180 (900 pupils in total) and host a special facility for up to 10 young people with speech language and communication difficulties.
Why work with us
We truly value the experience dedication and commitment of all our employees and believe in the power of motivated and happy staff. This is why at Hastings Academy staff well-being is not an afterthought. It is not confined to the occasional mindfulness session or a token well-being day. Instead we have systematic approach embedded well-being into the operational and cultural architecture of our school. We call this Well-Being by Design.
Remote PPA: All teaching staff are entitled to one afternoon of remote PPA per week allowing them to work from home during this time.
Professional growth at our school is developmental not performative. We have replaced one-size-fits-all CPD with a rich coaching offer.
Only One After-School Event per Week: Always on Thursdays. No doubles. No burnout.
Well-Being Ambassadors & Weeks: Our school has designated staff responsible for promoting well-being feeding back directly to leadership and organising well-being weeks.
Perks and Benefits: We offer access to discounted gym memberships the cycle-to-work scheme and staff-only perks to support physical and financial well-being.
Complimentary Food: Staff enjoy free tea and coffee daily complimentary breakfast every morning and hot food provided before evening events such parents evenings.
Two-Week October Half Term: Our autumn term is the longest of the year. Instead of running an exhausting 8-week block followed by 7 more weve redesigned the calendar into two balanced 7-week half terms.
Our commitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role is considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Orderand 2023. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Further information is available here: Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 - ()
Applications are welcome from all members of the community. We are proud to be part of the governments Disability Confident scheme which underpins our staff and volunteer recruitment practices. If you would like any support or assistant at any stage of the recruitment process please let us know by contacting us by email at
Find out more!
To arrange a visit or to have an informal discussion about this role please contact our Recruitment Team on
Closing date: 01 February 2026
Interview date: 06 February 2026
Proposed start date: 01 September 2026
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Computer Science
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Management
- Communication skills
- Algebra
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Conflict Management
- Teaching
- Tutoring
- Word Processing
About Company
Additional Information Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only. If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For fur ... View more
