Science Teacher

Smart Teachers are working with a large, inclusive secondary school seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Science Teacher for a full-time position starting in September 2026.

About the role

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching Science across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities to teach Key Stage 5 available for suitably experienced applicants. The school welcomes applications from both experienced teachers and ECTs.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive department with strong leadership and a collaborative teaching environment.

About the school

This thriving secondary school has a strong focus on academic achievement, student wellbeing, and staff development. The school benefits from modern facilities, well-equipped science laboratories, and a positive learning culture.

Leaders are committed to professional growth and provide ongoing CPD opportunities for all staff members.

Requirements

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

• Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Have experience teaching Science in UK secondary schools
• Be confident teaching Biology, Chemistry, or Physics across KS3 and KS4
• Demonstrate strong classroom management skills
• Have a passion for supporting student progress and achievement

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].