Science Teacher

Clarence Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Science Teacher to join a school in Birmingham for a 9-month maternity cover starting in January 2026. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or be unqualified, and will inspire students through engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4. Responsibilities include curriculum planning, assessment, and supporting students' pastoral care. Excellent communication and classroom management skills are essential.

Benefits

Salary on the MPS/UPS scale

Supportive leadership team

Access to professional development

Well-resourced Science faculty with modern facilities

Qualifications

• Commitment to achieving high standards and securing the best outcomes for students.
• Knowledge of current curriculum, assessment, and pedagogical developments in Science education.

Responsibilities

• Teach Science across Key Stages 3 and 4 with engaging lessons.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress providing constructive feedback.
• Contribute to curriculum development and maintain high subject standards.
• Serve as a Form Tutor and support the wellbeing of students.
• Promote good attendance and engagement with parents/carers.

Skills

Strong classroom management skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to motivate and inspire pupils

Positive and proactive attitude

Education

Degree in a Science discipline

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Science Teacher with QTS (they will consider unqualified) to deliver high‑quality teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4. The successful candidate will inspire students through engaging lessons, strong subject knowledge, and a commitment to raising achievement. You will contribute to curriculum planning, assessment, and the wider life of the school, ensuring that all learners are supported to make excellent progress.

The contract is for 9 months covering maternity leave, starting in January 2026.

Key Responsibilities – Teaching & Learning

• Teach Science across Key Stages 3 and 4, ensuring lessons are well‑planned, engaging, and appropriately differentiated.
• Assess, monitor and track pupil progress, providing constructive feedback to support development.
• Contribute to curriculum development and maintain high standards of subject knowledge.
• Create a positive learning environment with high expectations for behaviour and achievement.
• Use a range of teaching strategies and practical activities to support scientific understanding.
• Prepare and update resources, practical materials and schemes of work as required.

Pastoral & Wider School Contribution

• Serve as a Form Tutor, supporting the pastoral development and wellbeing of students.
• Promote good attendance, punctuality and behaviour across the form group.
• Engage with parents/carers and external agencies when necessary.
• Support whole‑school events, enrichment activities and extracurricular opportunities.
• Uphold safeguarding procedures and contribute to a safe, supportive learning environment.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Unqualified depending on experience
• Degree in a Science discipline.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to motivate and inspire pupils.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A commitment to achieving high standards and securing the best outcomes for students.
• Knowledge of current curriculum, assessment, and pedagogical developments in Science education.
• A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to contribute to school life.

What’s on Offer

• Salary on the MPS/UPS scale.
• Supportive leadership team and a collaborative Science department.
• Access to professional development and career progression.
• A well‑resourced Science faculty with modern facilities.

Safeguarding

Clarence Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to have an enhanced DBS check in line with the Government’s Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines.