Teacher - Science Specialist

Benefits: Generous pension, condensed school year, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay

We are seeking a Science Teacher to join our team at The Matthew Arnold School, part of Bourne Education Trust.

Our teachers are responsible for the learning and achievement of all pupils in the class, ensuring equity of opportunity for all, achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct. All teachers are required to carry out the professional duties and responsibilities of a school teacher as defined by ‘Teachers’ Standards’ and set out in the current ‘School Teachers Pay and Conditions Document’.

About The Matthew Arnold School

The Matthew Arnold School is a thriving mixed comprehensive school for 11-16 year olds in Staines-upon-Thames, rated 'Good' in our February 2024 Ofsted inspection where we were recognised as "a school where students and staff are aspirational."

Our philosophy centres on both academic improvement and character development, encouraging students to challenge themselves and embody our motto: "Dream Big, Work Hard and Achieve." Our core values of Respect, Kindness, and Aspiration are embedded throughout school life.

The people make our school special—from inquisitive children growing into confident young adults, to our talented staff who guide them. We provide an ambitious curriculum complemented by excellent facilities and a diverse enrichment programme, while our strong pastoral structure ensures students develop into resilient individuals. Additionally, our newly established purpose-built smallholding, home to goats, chickens, and ducks, provides a unique opportunity for students to cultivate nurturing and caring skills.

As part of the Bourne Education Trust (BET), a successful multi-academy trust comprising twenty-four schools across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, staff benefit from a robust support network in a collaborative environment. We are committed to creating a community where students, staff, and families proudly contribute to both the school and wider community through "transforming schools...changing lives."

Details

Position: Teacher - Science Specialist

Contract: Full time, permanent

Salary: Teachers Main to Upper Pay Scale (Fringe - Surrey) £35,602 to £54,328

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 and free eye tests and flu vaccinations

Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Group benefits platform

Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes

Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme

Occupational sick pay

Free access to onsite gym after school

Key responsibilities include:

Deliver the curriculum as 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 that 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 include:

Essential

Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children

Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent

Ability to evidence effective continuous professional development

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are

Reflective, optimistic and aspirational

Collaborative and innovative

Committed, engaged and professional

Advocates for equality and inclusivity

How to apply for this role:

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

Please note: If you are viewing this vacancy on LinkedIn or another job board, clicking “Apply” will redirect you to our careers site, where you will need to complete our online application form.

The closing date for this vacancy is the 23rd October 2026. However we strongly recommend applying early to have the best possible 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.

Bourne Education Trust are 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 don't hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.

Job specification

• School
• The Matthew Arnold School
• Location
• Kingston Road Staines-upon-Thames Middlesex, TW18 1PF
• School type
• Secondary Schools, Academies
• Job Posted
• 13/10/2026
• Role
• Secondary Teacher
• Subject
• Science
• Employment type
• Teaching
• Closing date
• 23/10/2026
• Start date

ASAP

Job reference

Science/102026