Science Teacher
TeacherActive Ltd
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Job summary
TeacherActive is working with Derby secondary schools to recruit a Science Teacher for day-to-day cover with long-term placements. The role covers KS3/KS4, delivering curriculum-aligned lessons and adapting to different abilities while upholding high behavioural standards.
The successful candidate will have QTS and a strong knowledge of the secondary science curriculum, with a professional, adaptable approach to teaching. PAYE arrangements apply.
Qualifications
- QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) required.
- Experience teaching Science across KS3 and KS4.
- Strong knowledge of the secondary Science curriculum.
- Effective classroom and behaviour management skills.
- Ability to deliver engaging lessons to students of different abilities.
- Confident, adaptable, and professional approach to teaching.
Responsibilities
- Deliver curriculum-aligned Science lessons across KS3 and KS4.
- Adapt teaching to different abilities and maintain high behaviour standards.
- Provide day-to-day cover with potential long-term placements.
Skills
Education
Job description
TeacherActive is working in partnership with secondary schools across Derby that are seeking enthusiastic and knowledgeable Science Teachers. These schools are focused on providing engaging learning environments where students are encouraged to develop their scientific knowledge, curiosity, and confidence.
We are recruiting a Science Teacher for day-to-day cover, with long-term placements available for the right Science Teacher. The successful Science Teacher will deliver curriculum-aligned lessons across KS3 and KS4, adapt teaching to different abilities, and maintain high standards of behaviour and engagement. This Science Teacher position offers the opportunity to experience different secondary school environments while building relationships with local schools.
- Experience teaching Science across KS3 and KS4
- Strong knowledge of the secondary Science curriculum
- Effective classroom and behaviour management skills
- The ability to deliver engaging lessons to students of different abilities
- A confident, adaptable, and professional approach to teaching
- A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
- CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
- Market leading rates of pay
- TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)
Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.
EMAIL:
alex.keyworth@teacheractive.com
CONTACT NUMBER: 0115 824 1888
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.
About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.
Company: TeacherActive Ltd Salary: £160 to £210 a day Hours: Part-time Location: DE1 Working pattern: On-site Job type: Contract Posting date: 28 Sept 2026 Closing date: 28 Oct 2026
TeacherActive is working in partnership with secondary schools across Derby that are seeking enthusiastic and knowledgeable Science Teachers. These schools are focused on providing engaging learning environments where students are encouraged to develop their scientific knowledge, curiosity, and confidence.
We are recruiting a Science Teacher for day-to-day cover, with long‑term placements available for the right Science Teacher. The successful Science Teacher will deliver curriculum-aligned lessons across KS3 and KS4, adapt teaching to different abilities, and maintain high standards of behaviour and engagement. This Science Teacher position offers the opportunity to experience different secondary school environments while building relationships with local schools.
- QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
- Experience teaching Science across KS3 and KS4
- Strong knowledge of the secondary Science curriculum
- Effective classroom and behaviour management skills
- The ability to deliver engaging lessons to students of different abilities
- A confident, adaptable, and professional approach to teaching
- A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
- CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
- Market leading rates of pay
- TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)
Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.
EMAIL:
alex.keyworth@teacheractive.com
CONTACT NUMBER: 0115 824 1888
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.
About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.
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