Job Description:

Teacher of Science – ECTs welcome

Salary: MPS/UPS (£32,916- £51,047 + SEN1 Allowance (£2,787)

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

Start: 1st September 2026

Location: Olsen House School, Merseyside

Olsen House School is seeking to appoint a Teacher of Science as part of our continued growth.

Our vision

At Olsen House School, our vision is simple: Dream • Believe • Achieve.

As a specialist ASD/SEMH school, we want every student to dream about their future, believe in themselves, and achieve outcomes that prepare them for life beyond school. This vision is underpinned by our values: Be Kind, Be Ambitious, Be Inspired, which shape our relationships, our teaching and our leadership.

About Olsen House School

Olsen House School is a specialist setting for students with Education, Health and Care Plans, with a core focus on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and associated social, emotional and mental health needs. Many of our students have experienced barriers to learning or disruption to their education, and we respond with calm, structured, autism-responsive practice and exceptionally strong relationships.

We believe that students thrive when adults lead with kindness, hold ambitious expectations and inspire confidence and curiosity.

The opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Teacher of Science to join our team. This role would suit a teacher with experience in Science across KS3 and KS4.

Science is an important part of our curriculum and plays a key role in helping students develop curiosity, confidence, communication and understanding of the world around them. We are looking for someone who can deliver engaging, well-structured lessons and help students make meaningful progress over time.

You will:

• Teach Science across KS3 and KS4, building students’ confidence, curiosity and subject knowledge over time.
• Plan and deliver a sequenced Science curriculum that builds students’ knowledge, understanding and confidence over time.
• Plan engaging, well-structured lessons with clear routines, modelling and scaffolding that support all learners.
• Deliver practical and theory-based learning safely and effectively.
• Use assessment and feedback effectively to improve outcomes over time.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff and therapists to reduce barriers and strengthen progress.
• Contribute to enrichment opportunities that develop students’ confidence, engagement and wider understanding.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with a calm, consistent approach aligned to an ASD/SEND setting.
• Has experience teaching Science across KS3 and/or KS4.
• Understands how to adapt teaching for autistic students (structure, predictability, modelling and supported independence).
• Is values-led: Be Kind, Be Ambitious, Be Inspired.
• Has high expectations and a commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.
• We welcome applications from Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and will provide a strong programme of support and development.

Why work for us?

• Competitive salary on MPS/UPS
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Comprehensive induction and high-quality CPD
• A supportive, visible leadership team and a culture of trust and professionalism
• Staff wellbeing focus and workload-aware systems
• Benefits including (where applicable): refer-a-friend bonus, wellbeing support/EAP, cycle to work scheme, discounts, long service awards
• Many of our staff join us from mainstream settings and quickly see the difference. With small class sizes, strong support and clear routines, teachers are able to focus on high-quality teaching and building positive relationships.

Visit us

We welcome candidates who would like to visit the school before applying.

Please contact: Karen Horrocks (Office Manager) Tel - (phone number removed), email (url removed) to arrange a visit.

How to apply

For full details, please see the job description and person specification.

Closing date: Monday 18th May 2026 at 12pm

Interviews: Wednesday 20th May 2026

Please note that, if required, the recruitment window may be extended.

Start date: 1st September 2026

We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.

When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.

You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;

• Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service
• Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform
• Cycle to work scheme
• Generous life cover

Olsen House School is part of the Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

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