Science Teacher
Job description
Science Teacher – Secondary School (Full Time)
Are you a dedicated Science Teacher who wants to inspire curiosity and resilience in young people? Teaching Personnel are working with one of our partner schools to recruit a full-time Science Teacher who will thrive in a diverse and community-focused environment.
The school has a strong reputation for inclusion and is proud of the support it provides for students of all abilities. Behaviour can be challenging at times, but staff are well-supported by a collaborative leadership team and strong pastoral structures. This is a role for a teacher who is motivated by the opportunity to make a real impact – someone who sees challenge as rewarding and values the chance to help every child achieve.
Role Responsibilities:
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Deliver engaging and practical Science lessons across KS3 and KS4.
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Differentiate learning to support students with a wide range of abilities and needs.
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Encourage resilience and curiosity in the classroom, helping pupils overcome barriers to learning.
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Use consistent behaviour management strategies to maintain a positive classroom culture.
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Work closely with colleagues to contribute to the supportive, team-oriented ethos of the school.
We are looking for:
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A qualified Science Teacher (QTS or equivalent), or an ECT with strong subject knowledge.
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Someone who can bring creativity and enthusiasm to teaching Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics.
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A teacher with excellent behaviour management skills who values relationships and consistency.
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An individual who is resilient, adaptable, and committed to helping every student succeed.
Why work with Teaching Personnel?
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Exclusive opportunities with our long-standing partner schools.
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Weekly pay through PAYE with competitive rates.
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Free access to our CPD Academy, including behaviour management, SEN support and subject-specific training.
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Guidance and career development support from a dedicated consultant.
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Clear progression routes into long-term and permanent teaching roles.
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Work with the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, trusted by schools for over 25 years.
This is more than just a teaching role – it’s a chance to become part of a school community where relationships matter, support is strong, and your impact as a Science Teacher is seen every day.
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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