Job overview 

Salary: MPS/UPS 

Hours: Core school hours 

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic Teacher of Science for April 2026 start (or earlier), who can demonstrate excellent subject knowledge, with a genuine enthusiasm to inspire a love of learning in our students.  The successful candidate, ideally with a subject specialism in Biology, will join a stable, well-resourced, and very successful Science department offering a broad range of courses at both pre and post 16.  The post would suit an experienced practitioner who is confident to teach up to Key Stage 5.  Please indicate within your application whether you wish to be considered for this responsibility. 

The Opportunity 

• To work collaboratively within a vibrant department. 
• To teach challenging and enjoyable lessons across all key stages. 
• Confidently share new ideas, during staff meetings. 
• Set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities, and dispositions. 
• Be aware of pupils’ capabilities and their prior knowledge, and plan teaching to build on these. 
• Encourage pupils to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study. 

The ideal candidate 

• Has Qualified Teacher Status and a good educational background including a good Honours Degree or equivalent. 
• Has experience of teaching and course management for BTEC/AAQ.
• Can evidence both curricular and pastoral responsibilities. 
• Understands and is committed to teaching standards. 
• Has high personal standards in terms of attendance, punctuality and organising workload. 
• Is an excellent communicator with great interpersonal skills. 
• Has a positive, enthusiastic, and professional approach towards work. 
• Has a willingness to undergo further training and development. 

About Sawtry Village Academy:

Sawtry Village Academy prides itself on the success and growth of young people that attend the school in the heart of the community.  The school values are embedded in the everyday life at Sawtry Village Academy, where all staff promote and live by striving, valuing and adventuring to deliver high quality education to become an even better school.  Sawtry is a fast-growing village with excellent transport links to the North and South via the A1/A14.

About Meridian Trust:

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
• Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on-site parking
• Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays        

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.  

Closing date for applications:   Tuesday 6th January 2026, 09.00 am.

Interviews will be held on:   in week commencing 12th January 2026.

Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced. Applications will be reviewed as received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.  

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.  

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.