Teacher of Science - Haberdashers Crayford Academy

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Science teacher to join our team, inspiring students and bringing science to life through engaging and innovative teaching. You will provide  inclusive support to ensure students have full access to the curriculum and help them foster a love for Science.

The successful candidate will be able to teach Science across Key Stages 3, 4 with the potential for KS5. We are open to applications from teachers of all scientific disciplines; however, we would be particularly interested in applications from Physics and Chemistry specialists who can teach across the age and ability range up to KS5.

This is an exciting time for Science at Crayford Academy, as we continue to grow, invest in new resources, and inspire our students, shaping their futures. With a strong focus on innovation, collaboration, and student achievement, we are looking for exceptional teachers and leaders to help drive our department forward.

At Crayford Academy, we can offer you an enhanced salary package, which is not only higher than the national average but also exceeds that of other Bexley schools, making us a financially rewarding place to work. We are pleased to offer a £500 welcome reward for this role, details can be found within the recruitment pack.

If this role sounds like it’s for you, we’d love to hear from you. Full job details and application form available at www.habstrustsouth.org.uk/vacancies/  or attached to this job site.

Please refer to the Recruitment Pack for more information.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Lauren Findlay on 01322 402 180 or at [email protected] 

We offer:

• Teachers Pension Scheme
• Performance related pay
• Talent Connect Bonus
• Welcome Reward
• Milestone Appreciation award
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Effective CPD opportunities
• Collaborative working with other Trust schools – Primary and Secondary
• Excellent ICT facilities
• Opportunities for flexible working
• Cycle Schemes
• Computer Purchase Schemes and Microsoft Office
• 02 discount
• Apple discount
• Season ticket loans
• Enhanced teacher, support and leadership pay scales

Welcome to Crayford Academy, where education and excellence go hand in hand. Our dedicated team are committed to providing a dynamic and engaging learning environment for our pupils that is safe and supportive too. We strive to create a culture of curiosity, creativity and critical thinking that prepares our students for success in their futures whatever they may be. We are proud of the achievements of our pupils and the impact they make in the world. We are oversubscribed in year 7 and 6^th Form. Our pupils leave Crayford Academy with the skills, knowledge and confidence to make a meaningful difference in their communities and beyond. Our School was inspected by OFSTED in December 2022 with inspectors stating “Pupils are part of a strong and inclusive community. They meet the high expectations placed on them and have positive attitudes to learning”.  OFSTED graded our school “GOOD” in all areas, you can read the full report here 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. This post falls within the scope of regulated activity. Appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS with list checks (and other relevant checks). It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.

Haberdashers’ Academies Trust South is a multi-academy trust with five primary and four secondary schools in and around south-east London.  These are currently organised as four ‘clusters’, Crayford Academy is part of the Bexley cluster which provides schooling for children aged 3-18 with over 1600 children in three schools: Crayford Academy (secondary), Crayford Primary and Slade Green Primary. 

For further information about the school, please visit www.habscrayford.org.uk 

For further information about the Trust, please visit https://www.habstrustsouth.org.uk/