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Science Teacher

  1. Science
  2. Dorset
Date posted : 13/05/26
  1. Full Time
£33k - 51k per year

Job description

Science Teacher – Secondary School

Shaftesbury, Dorset
Start Date: September
Contract: Full-time 
Salary: Paid to scale

Ignite curiosity and a passion for discovery

We are currently looking to appoint an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Science Teacher to join a thriving secondary school in the picturesque town of Shaftesbury, Dorset. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to inspire young minds and nurture a curiosity for the world around them.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

  • Deliver dynamic and engaging science lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5 an advantage)
  • Encourage students to develop scientific thinking, problem-solving skills, and a love of learning
  • Assess student progress effectively and provide clear, constructive feedback
  • Contribute to the school’s wider activities, including STEM initiatives and clubs
  • Collaborate with colleagues to maintain a high standard of teaching and learning

About You

The successful candidate will:

  • Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification
  • Have a degree in Science or a related discipline
  • Demonstrate strong subject knowledge across Biology, Chemistry, or Physics
  • Be an effective communicator with strong classroom management skills
  • Show commitment to safeguarding and the wellbeing of all students

What’s on Offer

  • A supportive and inclusive school environment
  • Opportunities for training, development, and career progression
  • Access to well-equipped science facilities and resources
  • A friendly community setting in a beautiful rural location

Application Process

If you are ready to take the next step in your teaching career, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV

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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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