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Science Teacher

United Kingdom, Plymouth Employment contract 130.00 - 160.00 GBP / Day · Job Posted July 14, 2026
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Are you an enthusiastic Science Teacher looking for flexibility, variety, or your next long-term challenge in Plymouth? We are seeking dedicated Secondary Science Teachers to support a variety of secondary schools across the Plymouth area. Whether you are looking for the ultimate flexibility of day-to-day supply (where you can focus purely on teaching and leave at the end of the school day) or you want to sink your teeth into a long-term position with full teaching responsibilities, we have the perfect role for you. We welcome applications from experienced teachers as well as Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

Job Responsibility

  • Deliver engaging and structured Science lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (covering Biology, Chemistry, and Physics)
  • Maintain a positive and safe learning environment, managing classroom behaviour effectively
  • For long-term roles: Engage in full planning, preparation, assessment, and parent evenings as required by the school's department
  • Follow the school's policies regarding safeguarding, grading, and behavioural expectations

Requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent, recognised UK teaching qualification
  • A strong subject knowledge of the secondary Science curriculum
  • Flexibility, adaptability, and a passion for inspiring young minds
  • An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)
  • Right to work in the UK

Nice to have

  • 121 teaching experience
  • ability to communicate with parents
  • ability to work well under pressure
  • able to inspire
  • be a role model
  • building rapport with children
  • career driven
  • communication
  • effective discipline
  • empathy
  • engaging
  • excellent time management
  • FMS experience
  • good behaviour management skills
  • good classroom management
  • good communication skills
  • good sense of humour
  • high expectations
  • keen to contribute to the life of the school
  • key stage 3 experience
  • key stage 4 experience
  • key stage 5 experience
  • knowledge of A-level specification
  • knowledge of curriculum
  • knowledge of GCSE specification
  • knowledge of subject
  • motivated
  • partake in extra curricular activities
  • passion for education
  • SEN experience
  • set clear objectives
  • SIMS experience
  • sixth form experience
  • teaching assistant experience
  • team player
  • work well autonomously
  • years 7-11 experience

What we offer

  • PAYE
  • Referral Bonus
  • Flexible / Day-to-Day Cover & Long-Term Contracts available
  • Support: A dedicated consultant to help you navigate your placements and find the right schools for you
  • training and education
  • Safeguarding & Prevent
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