Secondary Science Teacher

Job Description

Secondary Science Teacher

Location: Oakham Shires School, Rutland, LE15 6JB

Salary: £39,000 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 8.30am – 4.30pm

Contract: Permanent Term Time

Start: September 2026

UK applicants only. No sponsorship available

About the Role

Do you have a passion for Science and a desire to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people? At The Shires – Oakham, we’re looking for an exceptional Secondary Science Teacher to inspire, engage and empower pupils with Autism and additional needs to achieve their full potential.

As a Secondary Science Teacher, you’ll deliver engaging, personalised and innovative Science lessons that bring learning to life.

Working closely with colleagues, therapists and families, you’ll support pupils to develop academically, socially and emotionally while creating a positive and autism-friendly learning environment where every child can flourish.

You’ll play a key role in shaping the Science curriculum, supporting whole-school improvement and helping pupils develop confidence, independence and a love for learning.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Delivering engaging and differentiated Science lessons that inspire curiosity and achievement
• Supporting pupils with Autism and additional needs to access and enjoy learning
• Monitoring, assessing and reporting on pupil progress and attainment
• Contributing to the development and innovation of the Science curriculum
• Working collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists and families
• Using autism-specific teaching strategies to maximise engagement and success
• Creating a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment
• Supporting whole-school improvement and contributing to outstanding pupil outcomes

About You

• Qualified with a Degree and UK QTS
• Passionate about Science and inspiring young minds
• Experienced in working with pupils with Autism, SEN or complex needs
• Creative, adaptable and committed to delivering engaging lessons
• An excellent communicator who builds strong relationships with pupils, colleagues and families
• Calm, resilient and positive when faced with challenges
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
• Motivated to continually develop their skills and professional practice

About Us

Oakham Shires School is an independent SEN school, part of Options Autism, providing a nurturing environment for autistic children and young people with associated needs.

We support pupils to achieve outcomes within their EHCPs while developing communication, life skills, and accredited learning in English, Maths, and Science. Our values-driven approach, known as the Four C’s, promotes curiosity, confidence, courage, and strong communication skills.

Through a personalised, holistic curriculum, pupils are supported to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally as they prepare for adulthood.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Your Wellbeing Matters – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support