Science Supply Teacher
Job description
Science Supply Teachers – Roles Available from September
Location: Various secondary schools across Northamptonshire
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Long-term and short-term roles available
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (via PAYE)
Teaching Personnel is recruiting Science Supply Teachers for a range of opportunities in our exclusive partner schools, starting in September 2025. We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic teachers of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or General Science to deliver high-quality lessons across Key Stages 3–5.
Whether you are looking for daily supply, part-time roles, or full-time long-term assignments, we can offer flexibility to suit your preferences.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Science supply teacher, your duties may include:
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Delivering engaging and well-structured lessons in line with the national curriculum
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Teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities to teach KS5 depending on experience
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Adapting teaching to meet the needs of different learners
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Managing classroom behaviour effectively and professionally
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Marking and assessing work in accordance with school policies (for long-term roles)
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Supporting student progress and promoting a positive learning environment
Requirements:
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification
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Subject specialism in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or General Science
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Experience teaching Science in UK secondary schools
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Strong classroom management skills and a proactive, flexible approach
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Enhanced Child Workforce DBS (can be arranged with Teaching Personnel)
Why Choose Teaching Personnel?
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Access to exclusive roles in a wide network of schools
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Weekly pay, processed via PAYE – no umbrella company charges
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Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle and career goals
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Dedicated consultant support throughout your placements
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Free CPD and professional development opportunities
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Pathways to permanent employment through long-term supply
Secure your next Science teaching role today.
Apply now to start in September or contact our team to discuss available opportunities in your area.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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