Job Description

Job Reference #

EDV/2025/OEA/90541

Location

Defoe Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 6SG

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

31,650.00 - 49,084.00 Annually (FTE)


Suitable for ECT

Closing Date

11:59pm, 7th Sep 2025

Start Date

January 2026 or sooner

Positions Available

1

Suitable for ECTs

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About this Role

Due to significant growth, we are seeking to recruit a teacher of science to join a supportive, innovative science team. We would welcome applications from teachers with a broad range of experience at any stage in their career (this position would be suitable for an ECT taking their first steps into teaching).


Ormiston Endeavour Academy is a high school located on the outskirts of Ipswich. With significant student growth over the last two academic years, we take pride in the high levels of support, care and challenge we offer all our students. Endeavour students are warm, welcoming and willing to push themselves to succeed. Our fantastic staff are committed to providing a caring yet challenging environment in which young people can learn, develop and thrive.


If you are looking to progress your career in an academy which places a high value on the development of its staff, then we would love to hear from you.

Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust? Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset.


We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning.


Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys...

The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve Being part of a team and community where you belong - receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

About you

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about science, maintaining high expectations of learning, achievement and behaviour contributing to whole school improvement, inspiring our students and making a positive contribution to our ethos and values.


Key Responsibilities:

Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality science lessons. Adapt teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities. Create a stimulating and inclusive learning environment. Use a variety of resources and technology to enhance learning. Assess and monitor student progress. Provide constructive feedback to students to aid in their scientific development. Organise and participate in extracurricular activities related to science. Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and ensure a cohesive learning experience.

In return, we will offer you:

Professional development Support from a high performing team and access to trust-wide subject networks An academy which is focused on supporting the well-being of staff Access to employee benefit scheme

Please see the job description for full information about the role. You are welcome to contact us for an informal chat or to arrange a visit. Please contact c.wilkinson@oeacademy.co.uk





If you want to work with a great team of staff and students, and feel that you have the right skills, please apply before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date and close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be found.

Ormiston Endeavour Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children's Barred List.




The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974



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Contact Details

Cheryl Miller


01473 464545

c.miller@oeacademy.co.uk

Defoe Road, Ipswich

Suffolk

IP1 6SG
01473464545



http://ormistonendeavouracademy.co.uk/