Humberston Academy is an oversubscribed ‘outstanding’ academy located in an affluent area of North East Lincolnshire. As well as being Ofsted graded outstanding in behaviour and attitudes, we have achieved an outstanding grading in personal development. Humberston Academy achieved ‘World Class Schools’ status in December 2019 and re-accredited in 2022. Humberston Academy continues to deliver incredible opportunities to young people with a specific focus on STEM enrichment and favourable links to the apprenticeships industry as well as traditional route towards higher education.

Humberston Academy has also been appointed as the Teaching School Hub for the local region which will allow all colleagues to access leading edge career professional development in order to enhance the standard of teaching as well as the opportunity to deliver CPD to colleagues locally in our profession.

Providing our young people access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences is what drives us. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences equip our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

At Humberston Academy we are committed to equality, inclusion and diversity. We are incredibly proud to have been awarded the Rainbow Flag award in 2022 and re-accredited 2025. In addition to this Humberston Academy prides itself on sharing important environmental values with all our stakeholders. This has allowed us to achieve Eco School Status each year since 2021. The successful applicant will be expected to buy in to our ethos and culture as a member of Team Humberston.

We work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the Trust’s vision, to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

You will be joining a hard-working, friendly and supportive team community at a very exciting time as our academy goes from strength to strength.

About the role

 We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Teacher of Science to teach across all key stages (KS3–KS4)  for a 1st September 2026 start. 

 • High standards of teaching and learning

• A good degree in a specialist subject teaching qualification

• Nationally recognised teaching qualification

• High level skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to teach Science across Key Stages 3-4

• A strong classroom teacher, demonstrating ability to innovate

• Understanding of the importance of a knowledge rich Science curriculum

• Able to showcase evidence of the use of technology in teaching and learning

• Be flexible and responsive to a changing educational environment

• Contribute to whole school initiatives

• Committed to working co-operatively with young people; able to communicate sensitively, imaginatively and effectively with them

• Able to communicate effectively with parents to represent the Academy positively and feedback information as appropriate

• Willing to contribute to the professional development regionally as a Teaching Schools Hub and as hub for NMAPS SCITT Hub

• Highly motivated and driven by passion and spirit for the subject

• Enthusiastic and prepared to work hard

• Honest and trustworthy

• Good organisation and time management skills

• Have high expectations of what students and staff can achieve

• Fully supportive of the aims and ethos of Humberston Academy

Salary & Benefits

• M1-UPS3 (£32,916 - £51,048 FTE)

·         · Permanent role 32.5  hours per week, 52 weeks per annum

· Access to Teachers' Pension Scheme

· Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education

· Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

· Awards and Recognition Scheme

· Flexible working patterns

· Benefits Platform

Who we are looking for:

Someone who has the capacity to generate energy and enthusiasm for learning

Be able to raise achievement through motivating, challenging and inspiring our students; 

High standards of teaching and learning

A good degree in a specialist subject teaching qualification

Nationally recognised teaching qualification

High level skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to teach Science across Key Stages 3-4

A strong classroom teacher with an ability to innovate

Understanding of the importance of a knowledge rich Science curriculum

Able to showcase evidence of the use of technology in teaching and learning

Be flexible and responsive to a changing educational environment

Contribute to whole school initiatives

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust's mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

We broaden the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 36 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please use the ‘apply now’ button.

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.