Qualified Science Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a motivated Qualified Science Teacher for a partner secondary school in Smethwick. The role involves delivering engaging lessons in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, preparing students for GCSE examinations, and supporting a diverse range of pupils. Candidates should hold Qualified Teacher Status and have a strong passion for inspiring students in STEM. This temporary position offers competitive pay with the potential for permanency.

Benefits

Free child protection training

Assistance with DBS check

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• Strong subject knowledge across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• Experience preparing pupils for GCSE Science examinations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and well-structured Science lessons.
• Prepare students for GCSE Science examinations.
• Use practical experiments and interactive methods in lessons.
• Support pupils of varying abilities in Science.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge in Biology, Chemistry, Physics

Ability to inspire students

Experience in teaching Science

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Qualified Science Teacher

Location: Smethwick, Secondary School

Start Date: Autumn Term 2025

Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)

About the role

Here at Teaching Personnel, we are seeking a motivated and professional qualified Science Teacher to join one of our partner secondary schools in Smethwick. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated teacher who is passionate about Science and committed to helping students achieve their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and well-structured Science lessons across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics at Key Stages 3 and 4
• Prepare students for GCSE Science examinations, ensuring lessons are aligned with the UK National Curriculum and exam board specifications
• Use practical experiments, demonstrations, and interactive teaching methods to bring scientific concepts to life
• Support pupils of varying abilities, encouraging curiosity and critical thinking in the subject
• Plan, prepare, and assess work in line with school policies, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning
• Contribute to extracurricular science activities, clubs, or enrichment opportunities where possible

What we’re looking for

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Strong subject knowledge across Biology, Chemistry and Physics, with the ability to specialise in at least one discipline
• Experience preparing pupils for GCSE Science examinations (desirable)
• A motivated, professional and proactive attitude with a passion for inspiring students in STEM
• Experience teaching Science in a secondary school setting (desirable but not essential)

How to apply

If you’re a qualified Science Teacher looking for your next opportunity in Smethwick, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today with your most up to date CV and make a real difference in the classroom.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.

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