Forest School in Snaresbrook, London, is recruiting three science teachers for January 2027: one Biology specialist, one Chemistry specialist and one Physics specialist.
- Forest School is looking to appoint a teacher in each of Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
- The positions are full-time and start on 1 January 2027.
- Two of the three appointments will be permanent, with the third a fixed-term maternity cover position.
- The deadline for applications is 8.00am on Monday 21 September 2026.
- Forest is an independent co-educational school in Snaresbrook, East London, educating pupils from ages 4 to 18.
- Science is taught by subject specialists from Year 7.
- Years 7 to 9 follow a broad science curriculum designed to build strong subject knowledge and scientific thinking.
- From Year 9, pupils begin preparing for their IGCSE science courses.
- At IGCSE, pupils can study all three separate sciences, two separate sciences or Double Award Science.
- Biology, Chemistry and Physics are all popular choices in the Sixth Form.
- Physics follows the Pearson Edexcel A Level specification, while Biology and Chemistry follow AQA.
- Forest is looking for teachers with excellent subject knowledge who can teach with enthusiasm, clarity and imagination.
- Teachers are encouraged to contribute to the wider life of the school through clubs, trips, enrichment and co-curricular activities.
- Professional development is a strong part of working at Forest, with a Professional Learning Programme, peer observation and Teaching and Learning Communities.
- Staff benefits include free lunch and refreshments, pension membership, subsidised leisure centre membership, support towards private medical insurance and a 20% fee remission for children attending Forest from Year 3 to Year 13.
- Forest operates its own salary scale, which the school says pays above maintained-sector salaries.
- Applications are reviewed as they arrive, so early applications are encouraged. Forest School reserves the right to appoint before the closing date.
How to apply
Applications should be made online through MyNewTerm.
Closing date: 8.00am, Monday 21 September 2026
Start date: 1 January 2027
Apply here:
https://mynewterm.com/jobs/103110/EDV-2026-FS-89421
Forest School website:
https://www.forest.org.uk/
Forest School
College Place
Snaresbrook
London
E17 3PY
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