Science Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; Driffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for education is seeking a full-time Science Teacher in Driffield, starting January 5, 2026. The role involves teaching Science to Key Stage 3 and 4 students, ideally with a focus on Biology. Competitive daily rates based on experience and CPD available for professional development are offered. Applicants must have QTS and relevant teaching experience.

Benefits

Access to CPD courses

Guidance on highest pay rates

Flexible working arrangements

Strong community support

Reputed employer

Qualifications

• Experience working within schools in the UK.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching Science to Key Stage 3 and 4 students.
• Enhanced DBS Disclosure and other necessary clearances.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Teach Science to Key Stage 3 and 4 students.
• Plan and mark lessons appropriately.
• Engage students through practical lessons.

Skills

Experience in UK schools

Teaching Science to Key Stage 3 and 4

QTS

Ability to perform practical lessons

Enhanced DBS Disclosure

Job description

Job title: Science Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting for a full time Science Teacher in Driffield, starting 5th January 2026 and lasting until 13th February 2026 in the first instance, with the potential to increase in the future. Payment for this position will be between £168.80 to £261.77 per day (daily rate scaled from the main teaching pay scale of £32,916 to £51,047 per year). This is a temporary position.

This role will involve teaching Science to Key Stage 3 and 4 students. Ideally the school are looking for a Biology specialist but would absolutely accept applications from candidates with other science specialisms. Planning and marking would be expected for this position, hence payment to scale. The ability to perform practical lessons would be hugely advantageous to ensure that students remain engaged and enthusiastic about their science lessons. There is a strong head of department in place which provides an encouraging environment.

Located in Driffield, there is a large onsite car park for candidates that do drive, and the school is easily accessible via public transport. The school is part of a growing, local academy trust, and as such has excellent links in place with other local schools with great reputations. Success in this position will lead to other opportunities in the future. There is a strong sense of community within the school, and they are looking for somebody to get immersed in the school life and join their team.

Tradewind will also support your development during your placement and beyond through our fantastic CPD via The National College. Signing up for this role means you can be offered other shifts and roles through Tradewind Recruitment.

To join us and be successful in this role you will need to:

• Have experience working within schools in the UK.
• Have QTS.
• Has experience teaching Science to Key Stage 3 and 4 students.
• Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks.
• CV must cover the full CV History.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Experience or are recently qualified Science Teacher looking for an exciting new opportunity and would like to register with Tradewind Recruitment, please apply now and take the next step in your teaching career! Or for more information about the role, contact Alex Bateman.

The benefits of joining Tradewind Recruitment

• Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice.
• Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College.
• Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long‑term contracts and permanent positions available local to you.
• Your wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running.
• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer.