Science Teacher

Smart Teachers are working in partnership with a highly successful secondary school in Tower Hamlets to recruit a motivated and passionate Science Teacher for a part-time (0.4 FTE) / 17 hours per week position starting in September 2026.

About the role

The successful Science Teacher will:

• Teach Science across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Deliver engaging and practical lessons that develop students' curiosity and understanding of scientific concepts.
• Plan, assess and adapt learning to ensure all students make excellent progress.
• Work collaboratively with an experienced and supportive Science department.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour, achievement and student engagement

About the school

This well-established secondary school has built an excellent reputation for academic excellence and outstanding pastoral care. Staff benefit from a collaborative culture where professional development is a priority, and leaders are committed to supporting career progression at every stage.

The Science department is well resourced, with modern laboratories and excellent technician support, enabling staff to deliver engaging practical lessons within a positive learning environment.

The school is conveniently located in Tower Hamlets with excellent transport links across London.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Science Teacher you will:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Experience teaching Science at Key Stages 3 and 4
• A specialism in Biology, Chemistry or Physics is welcomed
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to inspire young people

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Suitable teaching experience

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Daniel Uwaifo on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected].