Science Teacher

Veritas Education Recruitment; Croydon; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment is seeking a Science Teacher to join a welcoming secondary school in Croydon starting January 2027. The role covers Key Stages 3 and 4 and includes planning and delivering engaging lessons to inspire a love of Science.

The ideal candidate will hold QTS or equivalent, have strong knowledge across Biology, Chemistry and Physics, and bring excellent classroom management and communication skills. The contract is initially one term with potential extension.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent is required.
• Experience teaching Science in a secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• Passionate about raising achievement and engaging students.

Responsibilities

• Teach Science across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Plan and deliver engaging, creative lessons.
• Inspire students to develop a genuine interest in Science.
• Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and a positive learning environment.
• Collaborate with the wider Science department.

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Science Teacher - Secondary School, Croydon

Start Date: January 2027

Contract: Initially 1 term, with potential for extension

Location: Croydon, South London

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are seeking an enthusiastic, committed and knowledgeable Science Teacher to join a welcoming secondary school in Croydon from January 2027.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate teacher looking for a new challenge in the spring term. The initial contract will be for one term, with the possibility of extension for the right candidate.

The Role

• Teaching Science across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Planning and delivering engaging, creative and challenging lessons.
• Inspiring students to develop a genuine interest in Science.
• Monitoring student progress and providing constructive feedback.
• Maintaining high standards of behaviour and creating a positive learning environment.
• Working collaboratively with the wider Science department.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Has experience teaching Science within a secondary school setting.
• Has strong subject knowledge across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• Is passionate about raising achievement and engaging students of all abilities.
• Has excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Is reliable, flexible and committed to making a positive difference.

What the School Offers

• A supportive and welcoming school environment.
• A collaborative and dedicated Science department.
• Engaged students and opportunities to make a real impact.
• A January start with an initial one-term commitment.
• Potential for the role to be extended.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must have willingness to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.