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

A forward-thinking and inclusive independent secondary school in Reading is seeking an enthusiastic Science Early Career Teacher (ECT) to join its thriving Science department in September 2025. Whether your specialism is Biology, Chemistry, or Physics, this is a rare opportunity to launch your teaching career in a school renowned for its high standards, outstanding facilities, and exceptional ECT programme.

About the School

Located in beautiful grounds on the edge of Reading, this school is committed to academic excellence, character development, and student wellbeing. It has a long-established reputation for producing high-achieving, articulate students who leave as confident young adults. The school fosters a warm, inclusive community and places great importance on mentorship, particularly for those new to the profession.

Science Department

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Bright, recently refurbished laboratories for each discipline

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Collaborative team of specialist teachers in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics

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Weekly practical science and strong use of enquiry-led learning across KS3 and KS4

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High uptake of science at A-Level with outstanding results and Oxbridge progression

The Role

As a Science ECT, you will teach across Key Stage 3 and your preferred science subject at Key Stage 4, with opportunities to observe and potentially assist with A-Level groups during your induction year. You'll be supported every step of the way with a structured and tailored two-year ECT programme.

Your responsibilities will include:

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Delivering engaging, concept-rich science lessons that foster curiosity and critical thinking

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Making full use of lab-based learning, ICT tools, and differentiated resources

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Taking part in departmental CPD, INSET days, and collaborative curriculum planning

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Supporting extracurricular activities including science fairs, STEM clubs, or ecology projects

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Contributing to the school's inclusive ethos and student wellbeing initiatives

Ideal Candidate

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A Science degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Natural Sciences

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Currently completing a PGCE or SCITT, on track to receive QTS by July 2025

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Strong subject knowledge and passion for teaching

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A reflective practitioner committed to professional development and inclusive practice

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A team player who thrives in a collaborative, high-expectation environment

Why Join This School?

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Dedicated ECT mentor and weekly coaching meetings

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Reduced teaching timetable in Year 1

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Access to state-of-the-art science labs and digital teaching tools

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Free lunch, wellness support, and subsidised accommodation (if relocating)

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Opportunity to grow into a subject lead or sixth form teaching in future years