Inspiring Science Teacher - Flexible 2-5 Days/Week

Connex Education; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Classroom Teacher Toolkit access

Flexible schedule (2–5 days)

Job summary

Connex Education is seeking enthusiastic Science Teachers to work in Reading and surrounding areas from September 2026. Roles range from day-to-day to long-term and short-term, with flexible 2–5 days per week availability.

You’ll teach Biology, Chemistry or Physics across KS3/KS4 and inspire students in a supportive environment. We offer competitive daily rates (£150–£300), weekly PAYE, and access to our Teacher Toolkit plus ongoing support from an education consultant.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) preferred, but we welcome applications from qualified, unqualified or trainee teachers with strong science background.
• Experience teaching science to KS3/KS4 in secondary schools.
• Solid knowledge of Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Science lessons across KS3/KS4.
• Teach Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics depending on subject specialism.
• Create an inclusive classroom environment where all students can succeed.
• Inspire curiosity and critical thinking in science.
• Use varied teaching strategies to meet diverse abilities.
• Assess and provide feedback to support progress.
• Prepare students for assessments and examinations where required.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and a safe learning environment.
• Follow school safeguarding policies at all times.

Skills

Biology

Chemistry

Physics

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

Secondary Science teaching qualification

Science-related degree

Tools

DBS Update Service

Job description

Connex Education is seeking enthusiastic Science Teachers to work in Reading and surrounding areas from September 2026. Roles range from day-to-day to long-term and short-term, with flexible 2–5 days per week availability.

You’ll teach Biology, Chemistry or Physics across KS3/KS4 and inspire students in a supportive environment. We offer competitive daily rates (£150–£300), weekly PAYE, and access to our Teacher Toolkit plus ongoing support from an education consultant.