Science Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Darwen; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organisation seeks a passionate Science Teacher for a full-time role in Darwen’s Alternative Provision. The position involves working with secondary students requiring a nurturing approach to education. Opportunities for professional development and the potential for permanency after a temporary period are highlighted. Ideal candidates will hold Qualified Teacher Status and possess strong behaviour management skills, focusing on inclusive education.

Benefits

Professional development and training opportunities

Supportive and collaborative staff team

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact

Qualifications

• Experience working in mainstream or alternative provision.
• Strong behaviour management skills required.
• Passionate about supporting vulnerable learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Science lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Support students with SEMH needs in their learning.
• Create engaging and accessible lessons tailored to individual needs.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Inclusive Education

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Science Teacher – Secondary Alternative Provision
Location: Darwen, Lancashire
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time, Temp to Perm

Are you a passionate and resilient Science teacher looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people? We are seeking a dedicated and adaptable Science Teacher to join a supportive Alternative Provision setting in Darwen, working with secondary-aged students who require a more personalised and nurturing approach to education.

The Role:

• Full-time teaching role delivering Science across KS3 and KS4

• Working with students with a range of social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs and other barriers to learning

• Creating engaging and accessible lessons tailored to individual needs

• Building positive relationships and helping students re-engage with learning

The Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

• Experience working in a mainstream or alternative provision setting

• Strong behaviour management skills and a calm, consistent approach

• Passionate about inclusive education and supporting vulnerable learners

What We Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative staff team

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people’s lives

• Professional development and training opportunities

• Potential for a permanent position following the initial temporary period

If you are committed to changing lives through education and are ready for a new challenge this September, we’d love to hear from you.

To aplly please click apply now and you will be contacted within 48 hours to discuss next steps.

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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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