Science Teacher

KS3/KS4 Science Teacher – Alternative Provision – Dorset
Location: Dorset (SEMH Provision)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a specialist alternative provision in Dorset, catering to secondary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school is committed to providing a supportive and tailored education environment for pupils who have struggled in mainstream settings.

We are seeking a passionate and resilient KS3/4 Science Teacher to join the team on a full-time basis from September.

About the Role:

• Deliver engaging Science lessons across KS3 and KS4

• Adapt your teaching to meet the diverse needs of students with SEMH

• Create a calm, safe, and inclusive classroom environment

• Work closely with a committed team of staff and support professionals

✅ The Ideal Candidate:

• QTS/QTLS

• Experience working with young people with SEMH or challenging behaviour (desirable)

• Strong subject knowledge and creative delivery skills

• Patience, empathy, and the ability to build positive relationships

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily rates, paid weekly

• Dedicated consultant support from Teaching Personnel

• Access to specialist CPD and training opportunities

• Opportunity to make a lasting impact in an alternative setting

If you're a science teacher looking for a meaningful role where no two days are the same, and you're passionate about helping students re-engage with learning, we want to hear from you.

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.
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