Swale Academies Trust
Science Teacher (Maternity Cover)
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The Holmesdale School
MPS/UPS
Maternity Cover
November 2026 start
Interviews: w/c 28th September 2026
The Holmesdale School is seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic, dedicated, and skilled teacher to join our well-established and popular Science Department in the new academic year.
This is an excellent opportunity for either an early career teacher or an experienced teacher looking for a new and exciting challenge. The school offers the opportunity to deliver examination qualifications at Key Stage 4 and 5 (or specify relevant key stages).
The successful candidate will be:
- An excellent classroom practitioner.
- Passionate about teaching Science across all key stages.
- A team player who will fit in well with our existing department.
- Able and willing to make a full contribution to the life of the school.
- Suitable for both experienced or Early Career Teachers.
Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.
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We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Join us to benefit from:
- Enhanced Maternity Pay
- Teachers Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
- Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
- Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
- Access to training and development
- Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
- Cycle to Work scheme
- On-site Parking
Ready to join us?
If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Louise Bates, Office Manager, at louise.bates@swale.at.
Applications should be made via Kent Teach or by submitting a SAT Application Form to louise.bates@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.
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If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989.
We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.
In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.
Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.
Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure
Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.
Kent Teach advert for applications:
https://www.ukteach.com/job/149345/science-teacher-at-the-holmesdale-school
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