Science Teacher

Pertemps; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-regarded secondary school in Shrewsbury is seeking a committed Science Teacher for a long-term supply role starting in January 2026. The ideal candidate will have QTS or ECT status and demonstrate the ability to deliver engaging lessons across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics for KS3 and KS4. This position emphasizes a supportive work environment, sensible expectations, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Personalized career support

Opportunities for additional training and development

Positive community reputation

Qualifications

• Confident Science specialist with QTS or ECT status.
• Ability to consistently deliver strong lessons across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
• Proactive approach to behaviour management.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, well-structured lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Follow clear schemes of work while enhancing learning.
• Plan and mark lessons with a strong focus on staff well-being.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to build rapport with pupils

Calm behaviour management

Adaptability in lesson delivery

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Early Career Teacher (ECT)

Job description

Science Teacher – Shrewsbury (KS3–KS4)

We’re supporting a well-regarded secondary school in Shrewsbury as they look to appoint a committed Science Teacher for a January 2026 start. This is a long‑term supply role suited to a QTS or ECT teacher who enjoys hands‑on, well‑sequenced science teaching and can slot confidently into an established department.

Key Details

• Position: QTS / ECT Science Teacher
• Location: Shrewsbury
• Start Date: January 2026
• Contract: Long‑term supply
• Pay: £175 – £250 per day (dependent on experience)
• Key Stages: KS3 – KS4

The Role

You’ll deliver engaging, well‑structured lessons across KS3 and KS4, following the school’s clear schemes of work while bringing your own practical ideas to enhance learning. The department is well‑resourced, and the SLT places a strong focus on behaviour routines, giving you a stable platform to teach effectively. Planning and marking are expected, but staff well‑being is taken seriously, and expectations are sensible.

The Candidate

You’ll be a confident Science specialist with QTS or ECT status and the ability to deliver consistently strong lessons across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics at KS3–KS4. You should bring a calm, proactive approach to behaviour management and a willingness to contribute to a collaborative department. Strong communication skills and an ability to build rapport quickly with pupils are essential.

The School

The school is known for its supportive culture, strong pastoral systems, and positive community reputation. Leaders are visible and approachable, and staff speak highly of the CPD on offer. Classrooms are well equipped, and the department benefits from modern lab spaces and robust technician support.

The Education Network Offer

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient; in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team. The opportunity to work in a friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard‑working consultants who will endeavour to find assignments suited to your needs. An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. Due to the expected high‑volume of applications we receive only short‑listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.