Science Teacher – Maternity Cover (York)
Location:York, North Yorkshire
Start Date:September 2025
Contract Type:Full-time, Fixed Term
Salary: £30,000 – £46,525 per annum (dependent on experience)

Teaching Personnel are working closely with a secondary school in Yorkto recruit a Science Teacherto cover maternity leave from September 2025.

This is a full-time role, teaching General Science across Key Stages 3 and 4. The position is expected to run for the full duration of the maternity leave and would suit either an experienced teacher or a newly qualified ECT.

About the School:

A well-established and supportive secondary school
Strong behaviour policies and an inclusive ethos
Excellent resources within the science department

The Ideal Candidate Will:

Hold UK QTS (or equivalent)
Have experience teaching science in a UK secondary school
Deliver engaging, well-structured lessons across KS3 and KS4
Be committed to raising attainment and inspiring a love of science

What We Offer:

Weekly pay through PAYE – no umbrella fees
A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement
Access to Teaching Personnel’s CPD academy
Opportunities for further roles within our partner schools

To apply, please send your CV to the Yorkshire Secondary Team.

Early applications are encouraged as interviews will be arranged on a rolling basis.

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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