Job Description

Outwood Academy Ripon

Science Teacher


Salary Range: MPS / UPS (31,650 - 49,085)


Start Date: January 2026 start- Full time or Part time considered





Outwood Academy Ripon has been part of the Outwood Grange Academies Trust since 2011 and is an exceptional place to build your future. Our school-based community is welcoming and friendly, students and staff make excellent progress together.


We are seeking to appoint an inspiring and enthusiastic teacher to join our dynamic Science department. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher, or an early career teacher (ECT), looking to start your career, expand your experience, our inspiring, inclusive and dynamic Academy is the place for you.


We expect all colleagues to bring out the best in each and every student. Our diverse curriculum has something for everyone, with extra guidance for those requiring additional support, and we do whatever it takes to ensure young people develop a sense of responsibility - towards themselves, each other, their community and the wider world. We are extremely proud of the achievements of our students and staff who have consistently achieved excellent GCSE outcomes. Do you have the drive, determination and ambition for this rewarding role as a Teacher of Science? Are you a passionate Science specialist who is keen to provide young people with the best possible education whatever their background or ability? If you are looking for a new challenge we welcome your application.

Outwood Grange Academies Trust offers:

The opportunity to work and progress across the Family of Schools, should you wish in the future; The chance to apply for leadership roles in the Deeps structure taking on a whole school leadership project; The support and expertise of Directors and Heads of Departments working across the Family of Schools; A full and detailed programme of support and development for all; A further comprehensive programme of professional development, including leadership, provided through the Outwood Institute of Education.
OGAT is proud to be a part of the National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) hosting its North and East campus as Outwood Academy Redcar and Outwood Academy Adwick. The NIoT identifies best practice in education, in order to develop cutting-edge, evidence-based teacher training and professional development programmes. OGAT colleagues will benefit from the work of the institute, which draws on the expertise of some of the most outstanding school leaders in education today. For our ECT colleagues a full and detailed programme of support and development, including science subject specialism support will be provided.

About the Department

Our Science department is a team full of passionate individuals with a love for science and learning. A broad range of experiences mean that we constantly learn from and support each other.


We pride ourselves on our supportive nature and passion for science. Practical science is at the heart of what we do and we are ably supported by an experienced technician who has the patience of a saint.


Joining our dynamic Science Department means being part of a team committed to fostering a love of science and a deep understanding of the subject. We believe that through outstanding teaching, students will leave with a better understanding of the world around them and therefore be able to make informed decisions about their life.


We run an extra-curricular programme that supports what students learn in class as well as affording them opportunities to experience science beyond the classroom.


As a member of our team you will have the opportunity to:


Innovate: Develop creative and interactive lessons that inspire a passion for science in your students. Collaborate: Work with a diverse team of educators who share best practices and ideas to continually improve your teaching skills. Grow: Benefit from professional development opportunities and pathways to advancement within our school. Impact: Make a lasting impression on the lives of young learners as you nurture their scientific curiosity.
At KS3 our students study an exciting course that takes our students beyond the National Curriculum requirements. This has been developed using the collective expertise of staff across the Trust.


At KS4 we teach: AQA GCSE Biology, Chemistry, Physics AQA Combined Trilogy Science, and AQA Entry Level Certificate

Further curriculum information

As in all OGAT secondary academies, the programme of study is fully resourced with high-quality materials supported and produced by Subject Directors and staff across the trust who know the specifications well. We aim to help all our teachers to become 'experts' in preparing students for GCSE examinations, using our thorough and systematic methods devised over many years.


We have the benefit of support from the OGAT family of schools, the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE) who provide ongoing CPD, support, materials, advice, coaching and who model lessons alongside us to develop our expertise. As an indication of our success, each year over 70% of year 11 students achieve a pass in Science qualifications, with strong positive average progress for all students.


If you are interested in joining our Science Department, please contact Dr Stephen Harrison, Head of Department (s.harrison@ripon.outwood.com) who would be pleased to tell you more, either by email or telephone, and we would be delighted to welcome you on a visit if you would like to see us in person.


Positions within this school are eligible for government assistance through Early-career payments for teachers. The DfE are referring to early career teachers who trained to teach during, or after, 2017/18. You can access information about this here: DfE Guidance: Levelling up premium payments for teachers

About the School:

Principal:

Rachel Donohue


We are proud that Outwood Academy Ripon is rated Good with Outstanding features by Ofsted. We are an 11-16 academy based in the cathedral city of Ripon which is a thriving community with a magnificent cathedral making it one of Yorkshire's most loved cities. The city's history is entwined with the church and its proximity to the UNESCO World Heritage Site encompassing the magnificent Studley Royal Deer Park, including the well-preserved Cistercian Fountains Abbey. Ripon is a delightful city with riverside and canal sidewalks that reach into the countryside and buildings that span the last thousand years. Our success is one of the most impressive in North Yorkshire, and we have been recognised for our consistently excellent outcomes in progress and attainment.


Judged as Good with Outstanding features by Ofsted in 2024, the inspection stated that "Pupils are supported by caring staff who know them well", "Pupils know that learning is important and apply themselves diligently to their work" and noted that "the relationships between staff and students are very strong and behaviour around the academy is of a high standard".


We aim to promote the highest standards of academic achievement through inspiring teaching and learning, with a curriculum designed to stretch and enrich our students' experience. Our success speaks for itself as we are above the national average for the number of students achieving at a Grade 5 or above in english & maths GCSEs, and we have won numerous awards as a school including the Carnegie Mental Health Silver Award, Anti-Bullying Alliance Bronze Award and being accredited with the prestigious IQM Centre of Excellence status, which highlights that inclusion at all levels is of paramount importance to us.


Put simply, we take pride in serving the local community, ensuring everyone has a right to learn.


Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.


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You must have the qualifications as per our attached person specification. These must be listed on your application and certificates must be provided at interview. Please also ensure your employment and education history is listed in chronological order with any gaps explained.



What will we do for you?
A competitive salary with pay progression A fantastic pension and additional benefits Flexible family friendly policies from day one Wellbeing strategy and Employee Assistance Programme Our Workload Charter with guaranteed CPD every week and much more (for teaching roles)
Further information on employee benefits can be found here.
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Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.