At the Cedars Academy we believe in being kind, working hard, and taking responsibility. We believe school should be a calm, inclusive and safe place, where teachers can get on and teach, and pupils can get on and learn without disruption. We are seeking a passionate, committed and inspiring teacher to join our brilliant Science team. If you are keen to make a real difference to the lives of young people who need great teachers, get in touch and arrange a visit.

We are currently looking to recruit a:

Science Teacher – on a temporary contract starting from Monday 23 February 2026 – maternity cover up to one year.

Based at The Cedars Academy in Birstall, part of the Lionheart Educational Trust

Salary: Main or Upper Pay Range

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Science Teacher. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and effective teacher to join our Good academy. The Cedars Academy Science department currently teachers KS3 through to KS5, with all three Sciences at A Level. There are nine specialist, passionate teachers in our department, with an even spread across the three disciplines. We have a new, state of the art, £5 million Science block, and are very proud of our facilities.

The sense of community is key at the academy, and we always welcome new teachers warmly and with enthusiasm. We firmly believe in academic excellence for all no matter background, and work as a team to get the very best outcomes for our pupils, whilst also placing huge value in their holistic development.

This post is designated as a regulated activity and requires enhanced criminal records check for a regulated activity (including a barred list check). If you would like to come and visit the Academy or have any queries please do not hesitate to contact us.

Interview date: TBC

We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close applications early if we receive a high volume of applicants.

The Trust strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where all staff have a seat at the table: a seat to be free, a seat to inspire, a seat to challenge and a seat to succeed.

We currently have staff networks for staff who are Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer + (LGBTQ+), staff who would describe their background as working class and staff with a disability.

Please note CVs WILL NOT be accepted.