Mandarin and STEM Teacher at Watling Academy

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/WA/48804

Location

Barrosa Way, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK8 1EP

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

£32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)

Closing Date

9:00am, Wed 13th May, 2026

Start Date

September 2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Suitable for ECTs

Interview Date(s)

w/c 18th May

Interview Date(s) w/c 18th May

About this Role

TEACHER OF MANDARIN & STEM

Commencing – September 2026

Salary – MPS1 (£32,916) to UPS3 (£51,048)

Are you passionate about inspiring young people through language and analytical thinking? Do you believe that Mandarin and STEM subjects both play a vital role in preparing students for a global, technology-driven future?

The Role

Watling Academy has an exciting opportunity for a full-time teacher to deliver Mandarin alongside a STEM subject.

This post would suit either:

A qualified Mandarin Teacher with the ability and experience to teach a STEM subject; or
A qualified STEM subject Teacher who speaks fluent Mandarin and is passionate about delivering Mandarin language learning.

The successful candidate will join a thriving and supportive team, contributing to both curriculum areas and helping students develop linguistic, cultural and problem‑solving skills.

As a Teacher of Mandarin and STEM, you will deliver high-quality Mandarin teaching that develops students’ language skills through engaging, real-life contexts while promoting an appreciation of Mandarin-speaking cultures and global perspectives. Alongside this, you will teach a STEM subject across KS3 and/or KS4 (with the potential for KS5), encouraging logical thinking and real-world application of knowledge. You will contribute to the wider MFL curriculum, including provision for students following the Mandarin Excellence Programme pathway, and work collaboratively with colleagues across departments to support students’ academic progress and personal development with high expectations and enthusiasm.

About Watling Academy

Watling Academy is an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ secondary school situated on the western edge of Milton Keynes, encompassing the Whitehouse and Fairfields developments. Opening in September 2020, our school is a new and vibrant learning community for students aged 11-18. We are excited to open the Watling Academy Sixth Form to our first cohort of Year 12 students from September 2025, which will provide further educational opportunities. Our core values of Respect, Responsibility and Kindness embody the ‘Watling Way’ and are integral to the way we interact, learn and grow together as a community.

For more information about our school, please explore our website: www.watling.academy

Learn more about why you should join us by downloading the attached Watling Academy Recruitment Pack

About The Alliance Schools Trust

The Alliance Schools Trust is driven by our mission of Care, Education and Opportunity. We prioritise care by ensuring that no student or staff member ever feels anonymous. Everyone is recognised, valued and supported, creating a strong sense of belonging within our community. Our commitment to education is reflected in our proven track record of academic success, consistently outperforming both Milton Keynes and national averages. We offer opportunity through supportive and dynamic learning environments, where every student can thrive and be well-prepared for future success in higher education or employment. For staff, we offer extensive opportunities for professional development and progression within our growing network of schools, empowering you to advance your career within a united, forward-thinking Trust.

We are recognised as leaders in raising educational standards both within our Trust and in the schools we support. We are proud to appoint motivated, highly qualified staff who thrive in a culture where collaboration and the spirit of partnership are central to everything we do.

How to Apply

Due to our commitment to safer recruitment practices, we can only accept applications through My New Term. Please do not submit CVs.

The Alliance Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

E-mail: hr@tastrust.org.uk

Headteacher: Mrs Emma Anderson

Closing date for applications: Monday 13th April 2026, 9am