Job Description
Secondary Science Teacher | Subject Specialist | Local Secondary Schools Position: Full-Time or Part-Time, Flexible (Term Time Only) Salary: £140 - £233 per day (Weekly Pay - dependent on experience) Start Date: Immediate / Next Term Are you a scientific thinker with a knack for making the invisible world visible? Join our secondary network as a Science Teacher and inspire students to explore the laws of nature, the building blocks of life, and the reactions that power our world. Experiment with Your Career: Impact Without the Admin We are seeking Qualified Science Teachers (QTS/ECTs) to provide specialist cover across a variety of secondary settings. Whether your passion lies in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics, this role allows you to focus on the "lab work" of teaching-delivering high-impact lessons-without the burden of departmental data tracking or weekend marking. Core Curriculum Mastery: Lead lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, covering everything from cellular biology and atomic structure to forces, energy, and chemical reactions. Professional Freedom: Experience different school laboratories and departmental cultures, keeping your teaching practice fresh while building a diverse professional network. Work-Life Balance: Reclaim your evenings! Deliver high-energy, practical-led lessons during the day and leave the planning and parent evenings to the permanent staff. Weekly Pay: Competitive daily rates of £140 - £233, paid every Friday via Randstad. Your Role as a Science Lead As a Secondary Science Teacher, you are responsible for developing student's analytical skills and their ability to investigate the world through the scientific method. Expert Lesson Delivery: Facilitate engaging demonstrations and theory-based lessons, encouraging students to think critically about evidence, variables, and global scientific challenges. GCSE & A-Level Focus: Support examination cohorts with targeted preparation, focusing on required practicals, data analysis, and the application of scientific mathematical skills. Classroom & Lab Safety: Maintain a disciplined and safe learning environment, ensuring all students follow laboratory protocols while engaging in curiosity-driven learning. Adaptive Support: Differentiate complex concepts on the fly to support students with SEND or EAL, ensuring that the "Big Ideas" of science are accessible to every learner. Essential Requirements Hold QTS: You have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification (ECTs are highly encouraged to apply). Are a Science Specialist: You have a degree in a Science-related field (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Combined Science), with a solid grasp of the KS3/KS4 National Curriculum. Are an Engaging Communicator: You can build rapport with teenagers quickly and use your passion for discovery to spark their interest in STEM. Are Committed: You hold an enhanced DBS on the update service (or are willing to apply) and are 100% dedicated to Safeguarding.