Teacher of Science (Biology or Physics)
Hinchley Wood School
Surrey
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- Salary:
- Competitive - London Fringe
- Job type:
- Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2025
- Apply by:
- 19 May 2025
Job overview
Full time or part time applications considered (please state clearly on the application)
We are seeking a biologist or physicist, ideally with A-level experience, to join us from September. If you are a talented, highly motivated practitioner with the ability and enthusiasm to deliver innovative and enjoyable lessons we would love to hear from you. Science is a strong and thriving department, staffed by a committed, collaborative and supportive team of thirteen teachers and four technicians.
About Us
Hinchley Wood School is an inclusive and high achieving school on the borders of SW London. We have over 1,400 students on roll including 275 in our Sixth Form and are one of the top 200 performing schools in England and Wales in terms of the progress our students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSEs. We are extremely proud of our students’ academic achievements, but we also celebrate student progress and development in all areas, and we enjoy outstanding sporting and creative achievements.
In return for your hard work, we offer exceptional support and training and the rewards that come with teaching science to students who really want to learn. If you are an outstanding, inspirational teacher with a strong desire to help students of all abilities to achieve the best they can, whilst fulfilling your own potential, then we would be very pleased to hear from you.
We take staff and student wellbeing very seriously and have invested time and money in ensuring that all members of our school feel supported and happy. As well as the opportunity to work in an Ofsted Outstanding school, we offer:
- A competitive salary (London Fringe Pay Scale/dependent upon experience).
- Professional development support and an extensive CPD programme.
- Two-week autumn half term.
- Early close to students at 1.30 on Friday afternoon plus an early finish once a fortnight.
- Generous employer pension contributions.
- Cycle to work scheme and free onsite fitness suite.
- This role meets the school’s priority admissions criteria, enabling any children of the post holder to be considered for priority admission to the school upon commencement of role.
We welcome interest from newly qualified teachers, as well as experienced practitioners.
For newly qualified ECTs, in addition to above we offer:
- A paid induction in July.
- A dedicated mentor with regular mentor meetings and coaching.
- A comprehensive induction programme and a wide range of CPD opportunities.
Visits to the school, prior to application, are encouraged and you will be warmly welcomed.
Please get in touch by calling the HR department on 0208 398 7161 or via email: hr@hinchleywoodschool.co.uk For further information, please go to the vacancies page of our website:
To view our Candidate Information Pack, please click on the link at the top of the page ‘Working at Hinchley Wood School’.
Deadline for applications is: 9am, Monday 19th May 2025.
Interviews will take place the same week. Early enquiries and applications encouraged.
Visits to the school, prior to application, are encouraged and you will be warmly welcomed. Please get in touch by calling the HR department on 0208 398 7161 or via email: hr@hinchleywoodschool.co.uk For further information, please go to the vacancies page of our website: To view our Candidate Information Pack, please click on the link at the top of the page ‘Working at Hinchley Wood School’.
Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership is committed to 51 and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The position advertised is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
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About Hinchley Wood School
Hinchley Wood School is a comprehensive coeducational secondary school based in Surrey, for students between the ages of 11 and 18. It gained academy status in 2012 and multi academy status in 2019 - Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership. In October 2019 Hinchley Wood Primary School joined the Partnership.
Executive Headteacher
Ben Bartlett
Values and Vision
Hinchley Wood School’s motto is “Caring for ourselves, each other, the environment and the future”. The school aims for every student to be determined to work hard, have independence and be confident. This will hopefully help them to grow as individuals. Teachers aim to make students enthusiastic about learning and are expected to help them achieve the best possible results and discover their talents.
Ofsted report
“The students work exceptionally well together in this harmonious and cohesive community and achieve outstanding outcomes. This is as a result of the good teaching they receive, excellent interventions for those who underachieve and a well-structured curriculum with some innovative aspects. Personalised vocational and academic pathways, resulting from the school’s strong partnerships, effectively meet students’ needs and aspirations. The outstanding specialist curriculum in music has had a significant impact on raising achievement. Additionally, excellent care, guidance and support and detailed tracking of students’ progress ensure that all students are on track to achieve their potential. All students feel highly valued and safe.”
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