Science Teacher (Part Time) - Part-time

The Rochester Grammar School , Rochester

• Ref:MED887-5445-189T
• Posted:12/05/2025
• Pay:£19,200 - £30,000 (part time 0.6 contract)
• Start Date:September 2025
• App Close Date:19/05/2025 at 23:45
• Interviews:TBC

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Are you looking to progress you career in a school where the academic progress of pupils is "well above average” (DfE 2023)?

The Rochester Grammar School are seeking a qualified Science Teacher to join their team on a part-time, fixed term basis. The successful candidate will be a motivated and enthusiastic Science Teacher with the ability to teach across all key stages.  You will be passionate about teaching and learning, ready to embrace new ideas, have a positive outlook and excellent interpersonal skills.

Our science department are experienced, well-resourced, and equipped with comprehensive schemes of work and lesson resources.  Our curriculum can be viewed here. 

Our Science Teacher will;

• Be an outstanding classroom practitioner
• Have high expectations for achievements and behaviour
• Be able to plan and deliver a creative and stimulating curriculum
• Will contribute to the values, ethos and the development of our schools. 

This post is suitable for an experienced teacher or ECT, and is initially offered as a Fixed Term Contract.  It is likely that there will be an opportunity for the teaching hours to increase for the following academic year.

We would love to hear from you if you have a genuine passion for science and a commitment to delivering engaging and challenging lessons.

What our Trust will offer you:  

• Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
• CPD: Our in-house training provision, Thinking Horizons, offers clear pathways and goals to guide your aspirations.  
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• Fitness and Wellness: Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at New Horizons Children’s Academy, Rochester Grammar School, and Maritime Academy.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
• TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership. 

For an informal chat about this position please contact Ruth Rivers via email at (Ruth.Rivers@rochestergrammar.tsat.uk).

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

Information about the school

At The Rochester Grammar School we are a passionate team, dedicated to our ethos of “excellence for all”. We have the highest expectations of all of our learners in their commitment to academic achievement, respect for others and contribution to the school community. Our students are excited to learn in an inclusive environment full of enriching opportunities, and go on to attend outstanding universities.

From September 2025, we will be offering A Levels only in the Sixth Form.

Our dedicated staff are passionate about seeing every child fulfil their potential.

Rochester Grammar School are delighted to be the only Medway-based secondary school in the top 50 of The Sunday Times Parent Power List for 2025.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Tracy Pocock
• Address:The Rochester Grammar School, Maidstone Road, Rochester, Kent, ME1 3BY
• Telephone: 0333 360 2120
• Email: recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

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