Science Teacher - Chemistry - Full-time

Job details
Job title Science Teacher

Job reference REQ012422

Date posted 14/05/2026

Application closing date 17/07/2026

Location Manchester

Salary £32,931 - £47,339 per annum

Package Competitive Benefits plus Teachers Pension

Contractual hours 35 Basis Full time

Job category/type Teaching and Assessment

We have an exciting opportunity at our City Campus Manchester to join our Sport, Public Service and Care Professions Department as a Science Teacher on a permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) basis.

Site Information

Our City Centre campus is a flagship site in the heart of Manchester, offering cutting-edge facilities and a buzzing, creative atmosphere. Home to our Centre of Excellence for Creative and Digital Industries, it provides an inspiring setting for both staff and learners, with specialist studios, workshops, and collaborative spaces. With its central location and strong industry links, the campus is a hub for innovation, talent development, and real‑world learning.

Who are TMC?

The Manchester College is the largest further education college in the United Kingdom and offers the largest provisions for 16‑19 year olds, adults, and higher education in Greater Manchester. It is part of the LTE group that includes MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We support more than 25% of Greater Manchester’s learning provision and are rated “Good” by Ofsted. The college is enhanced by 18 Centres of Excellence across our campuses, ensuring an unrivalled learning experience for students and a partnership network of over 1,000 industry and employer partners nationally. The college is also one of only 57 organisations nationally recognised with the Princess Royal Training Award 2025, demonstrating our commitment to investing in our people and their development.

Benefits

45 days annual leave bookable plus 8 bank holidays.

3 well‑being days per year.

Significant pension contribution.

Retail discounts.

Employee Assistance Program.

Cycle to work scheme.

Start your teaching journey with us!

We welcome applications from aspiring teachers who are passionate about sharing their industry skills. At The Manchester College, you will be supported by our Teaching Academy to work towards qualified teacher status for post‑16 compulsory education, through a Cert Ed/PGCE. This includes 3‑4 hours of delivery per week and engagement with a mentor to support you while you work. The starting salary for an unqualified teacher is between £30,750 - £32,931. It’s a great way to kick‑start a rewarding career with full training and support. Once you’ve successfully qualified and demonstrated your teaching competence, you’ll progress to the qualified teacher salary banding.

*Consideration will be given to relevant industry experience and skills with the flexibility to offer increased starting salaries in some circumstances*.

Levelling Up Payment

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Role Responsibilities

Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Certificate of education or PGCE.

Current and valid industry specialism.

Assessor qualifications (if required by Awarding Organisation).

Minimum Level 3 occupational qualification.

English and maths minimum level 2 Grace C or grade 4 and above.

Significant experience delivering outstanding teaching and learning.

Proven track record of high‑quality teaching in delivering subject specialism or current valid industry specialism.

Working as a team.

Verbal and written communication skills.

Meet delivery targets and plans.

Accurate and timely reports and records.

Positive contribution to planning processes.

Must be able to teach all three Science specialisms - Chemistry, Physics, Biology.

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre‑screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At The Manchester College, we’re committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The college is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester’s and the UK’s rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 17/07/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!

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