Contract: Permanent Full Time

Salary: MPS 1-6 (£32,916 - £45,352) + SEN 2 £5,497

Location: Bradfields Specialist SEN Academy Medway Towns, Kent

Start Date: September 2026

Fortis Trust seeks to appoint an enthusiastic, qualified teacher for science and the successful candidate will be employed by the trust to work at Bradfields Academy. As a specialist academy there has been an increase in student numbers across all areas of the academy that cater for students with learning needs, autism and communication difficulties. 

The academy remains over-subscribed and is recognised to have high standards. The successful candidate will have the ability to maintain these high standards and drive forward their own unique ideas in helping to develop the provision further.

Bradfields is an all through provision with specialists that teach within subject areas as well as specialists that teach in the primary and more complex provisions. Experience of  teaching the science curriculum and a good understanding of SEN and the potential barriers to learning would be an advantage.

Applicants should have a clear understanding of effective teaching, raising and sustaining achievement, and the care required to support complex individuals.  They should have a vision and a drive to deliver meaningful and personalised curricula.  Both experienced teachers and those just setting out in their careers would be considered.

The Science Department is an established team that is continually looking to develop. Qualifications are taught at a variety of levels from Entry Level to level 2 and 3 qualifications. The department has responsibility for Science, Forestry and Land Based Studies. The successful candidate will be teaching the science curriculum, but should the other areas be of interest then opportunities to teach these in the future will be available.

As a member of Fortis Trust, Bradfields staff enjoy all the benefits that working in a trust brings. A variety of employee benefits are also afforded to trust members.

The academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record check via the DBS system (for Children & Vulnerable Adults).

We are an equal opportunities employer.

Interested candidates are welcome to arrange a visit by contacting Louise Tombs by email louise.tombs@fortistrust.co.uk. 

Closing Date:       Monday 11th May 2026 @ 12.00 pm

Interviews:           Week beginning 18th May 2026 

Bradfields Academy reserves the right to close the application window early should a successful candidate present themselves before the closing date