Teacher of Science at Maiden Erlegh School

Job Details

• Location:
  
  81 Crescent Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5SL
• Contract Type:
  Permanent
• Contract Term:
  Full‑Time
• Salary: £32,916.00 Annually (FTE)
• Start Date:
  
  September 2026
• Positions Available: 1 (Suitable for ECTs)
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, 22nd Feb 2026

An exciting opportunity is available for a passionate and knowledgeable Science Teacher to join the MER team. This role suits someone who loves their subject, enjoys inspiring young people, and wants to be part of a supportive, forward‑thinking team.

• Teach Science across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Plan and deliver engaging, challenging lessons that spark curiosity and build strong scientific understanding.
• Contribute to curriculum development and the wider life of the Science department.
• Use assessment effectively to support student progress and maintain high standards.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to create a positive, inclusive learning environment.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Strong subject knowledge in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or a general Science background.
• A commitment to high expectations, both for yourself and your students.
• Ability to motivate and inspire learners of all abilities.
• A reflective practitioner who is keen to develop professionally.

Maiden Erlegh School in Reading is an ambitious, over‑subscribed 11‑16 secondary school in an urban context which is as committed to the welfare of students and staff as it is to our high‑quality education. Staff wellbeing is a key focus of the school. Staff voice is very important to us in determining both our change‑management plans and our ongoing wellbeing objectives.

Our school benefits from excellent, modern facilities and teaching spaces and we are very proud of our vibrant, diverse and engaging students who work hard and have high aspirations. To learn more about our school, visit our website .

Maiden Erlegh Trust is committed to developing a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative community of highly effective schools that deliver excellent education opportunities for the children and young people of the communities we serve. Through our work we will ensure that our children are equipped with the knowledge, skills and behaviours to deal with the demands of an ever‑changing world. The Trust currently comprises 9 schools in the local area, with a variety of settings including primary, secondary, special and a PRU.

As a Trust, we encourage professional development at all levels through the use of cross Trust networks to share best practice and ideas. We also actively encourage the promotion of staff to different roles within the Trust and to different settings in line with their career aspirations.

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Charlotte Swart
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