Location: Reading, Berkshire
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: MPS1 (ECT Scale)

An outstanding and forward-thinking secondary school in Reading is inviting applications for a Science Early Career Teacher (ECT) position commencing September 2025. This permanent, full-time post is ideal for a newly qualified or soon-to-be qualified Science graduate looking to thrive in a supportive, high-performing environment.

About the School
Located in a lively and diverse part of Berkshire, this school is committed to excellence, inclusivity, and staff wellbeing. Recognised for its strong student outcomes and collegiate ethos, the school offers a bespoke ECT induction programme, dedicated coaching, and consistent professional development. With a focus on academic rigour and pastoral care, it promotes a culture of curiosity, respect, and resilience among both pupils and teachers.

Science Department
You'll join a vibrant and well-established Science department equipped with modern laboratories, interactive whiteboards, and full technical support. Students are motivated, and results in both GCSE and A-Level Science are consistently impressive. The curriculum blends practical enquiry with real-world contexts, enabling meaningful and engaging learning experiences across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.

Core Responsibilities
As a Science ECT, your responsibilities will include:

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Delivering stimulating Science lessons to Key Stage 3 and your specialise at Key Stage 4 (e.g. Biology, Chemistry, or Physics)

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Differentiating content to meet the needs of all learners and providing constructive, timely feedback

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Assisting with curriculum planning, lab-based activities, and assessment preparation

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Leading or supporting extracurricular initiatives—STEM clubs, fairs, expeditions, or guest speaker events

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Participating fully in the ECT development programme: mentoring, peer observations, and targeted CPD workshops

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Collaborating with pastoral teams to ensure students' academic and personal growth

Ideal Candidate Profile
You will possess:

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A Science degree and be on track to gain QTS by July 2025

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A reflective and adaptable teaching approach underpinned by genuine subject enthusiasm

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Strong communication and organisational skills

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A collaborative mindset and a passion for inclusive education

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Drive to inspire scientific curiosity and support student achievement

Why This is a Great Opportunity

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Work in an over-subscribed, high-achieving school that values both academic success and wellbeing

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Engage with enthusiastic students eager to explore science

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Benefit from a structured and supportive ECT induction, including mentoring and peer review

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Teach in cutting-edge labs with excellent technical backing

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Build a career in Reading, with strong transport links and vibrant local amenities