Full-time Science Teacher

Protocol Education Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational agency is seeking a full-time Science Teacher for a secondary school in Bristol starting in January. The role involves teaching KS3 and KS4 across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, with responsibilities including lesson planning and collaboration with colleagues. The ideal candidate will possess UK QTS and experience in teaching science. This position offers competitive pay and a supportive school environment focused on professional development and student success.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay

Access to free online CPD Academy

Dedicated local consultant support

Opportunities for additional roles

Simple registration process

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with QTS and experience teaching Science at KS3 and KS4.
• Confident in planning and delivering lessons across all three sciences.
• Reliable, organized, and ready to contribute to school life.

Responsibilities

• Teach mixed-ability groups across Years 7 to 11 in Science.
• Contribute to planning, assessments, and departmental meetings.
• Promote high-quality teaching and positive relationships.

Skills

Teaching Science

Lesson planning

Building relationships

Education

UK QTS

Job description

Science Teacher — Full Time, January Start

Location: Horfield, Bristol

Contract: Full-time, ongoing

Salary: Paid to scale (MPS/UPS, depending on experience)

Requirements: UK QTS

We’re supporting a welcoming secondary school in Horfield that’s looking for a full-time Science Teacher to join them from January. This is a general Science role teaching KS3 and KS4 across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, with full planning and marking included.

The role in detail

You’ll be teaching mixed-ability groups across Years 7 to 11. The department has clear schemes of work in place, and you’ll have access to shared resources, practical equipment, and well-organised lab spaces. Lessons are structured around strong routines that help students stay focused, and the school promotes consistent expectations across all subjects.

You’ll work closely with the Head of Science and the broader team, contributing to planning, assessments, and occasional departmental meetings. There is a strong emphasis on high-quality teaching, positive relationships, and giving every student the chance to succeed.

About the school

While we’re not naming the school, here’s what you can expect based on their values and approach:

• A community-focused ethos built on respect, inclusion, and ambition
• A diverse cohort of students who respond well to clear boundaries and engaging teaching
• A leadership team that prioritises wellbeing, good communication, and professional development
• A commitment to supporting teachers with behaviour systems that are used consistently across the school
• A purposeful atmosphere where students are encouraged to try hard and take pride in their progress

What the school is looking for

• A qualified teacher with QTS and experience teaching Science at KS3 and KS4
• Someone confident planning and delivering lessons across all three sciences
• A teacher who values structure, enjoys working as part of a team, and can build positive relationships quickly
• Someone who is reliable, organised, and ready to contribute fully to school life

What you’ll get with Protocol Education

• Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella deductions
• Access to our free online CPD Academy, including science-specific and behaviour modules
• A dedicated local consultant who supports you throughout your placement
• Opportunities across Bristol should you want additional roles or future progression
• A simple, supportive registration process

If you’re a Science Teacher looking for a stable, well-run school where you can teach your subject properly, this one is worth exploring. Apply today and we can start exploring your options.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.