Science Teacher

Qualified Science Teacher – Secondary Schools
Location: Northampton
Contract: Full Time
Start Date: January 2026
Agency: Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel are working closely with secondary schools in Northampton to recruit a Qualified Science Teacher for a full-time position starting January 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and dedicated Science Teacher looking for a long-term role within a supportive secondary school environment.

The Role:

• Plan and deliver engaging Science lessons across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable but not essential)

• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment

• Assess, track, and report on student progress

• Manage classroom behaviour effectively in line with school policies

• Work collaboratively with department staff and wider school teams

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

• Specialism in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics

• Experience teaching Science in a UK secondary school setting

• Strong subject knowledge and classroom management skills

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What Teaching Personnel Offer:

• Competitive daily rates or MPS/UPS pay options

• Full-time, long-term opportunities

• Ongoing CPD and subject-specific training

• Dedicated consultant support

• Opportunity to secure a permanent position

If you are a passionate Science Teacher looking for a January start in Northampton, Teaching Personnel would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Teaching Personnel to find your next teaching role. Please contact Bethany.thomas@teachingpersonnel.com

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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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