Teacher of Science

4 weeks ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom The Piggott School Full time

We are looking for a full or part-time, committed and enthusiastic Teacher of science to join a large and well-resourced department with excellent results at all levels. The successful candidate will be required to teach science to KS3 and KS4. An ability to teach science to KS5 would be desirable. This role is suitable for an ECT and we would welcome applications from current PGCE trainees.

We wish to appoint a colleague who:

Is an outstanding teacher of science.Has the flair, creativity and ability to deliver outstanding outcomes for all students.Is eager to be a part of a very successful and hard-working department.The Piggott School science department:Red ALPS for all GCSE science subjects including ALPS 2 for combined Science – 2023.Achieved (98%) 5+ in biology, (100%) chemistry and (100%) physics at GCSE – 2023.Achieved (81%) 4+ in combined science at GCSE A Levels offered in biology, chemistry and physics plus BTEC Science Level 3.Achieved (74%) A*-C in A Level biology – 2023.Achieved (74%) A*-C in A Level chemistry – 2023.Achieved (76%) A*-C in A Level physics – 2023. All staff are provided with laptops and tablet devices and benefit from discounted Bupa healthcare. The school is a mixed all-through Church of England Academy with 1871 on roll near Twyford, between Maidenhead and Reading. An application form can be found on our website at To apply, please complete a covering letter and application form and e-mail to: .

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

To arrange a visit to the school please contact Alice Ferguson, Head of science, via email on:

Closing date: Monday 6 May 2024.

Applications reviewed on receipt.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to Satisfactory Disclosure Clearance and a 'prohibition from teaching' check will be completed for all applicants.



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