Science Teacher

SMART Education Recruitment; Heythrop; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education recruitment agency is looking for a Science Teacher for a small SEMH school in Oxfordshire. The role involves planning and delivering lessons tailored to students' needs. Candidates must have Qualified Teacher Status and experience teaching Science. This position offers competitive daily rates and support from dedicated consultants.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates

Supportive school environment

Ongoing supply with potential for long-term opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Science across Key Stages 3–4.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons.
• Strong classroom management and behaviour strategies.

Responsibilities

• Planning, preparing, and delivering Science lessons.
• Adapting teaching methods to meet individual needs.
• Monitoring and assessing pupil progress.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience teaching Science

Strong classroom management

Commitment to safeguarding

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Science Teacher

Pay rate: £168.80 – £261.00 per day

Location: Oxfordshire

Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm, Monday to Friday

About the School

This is a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school that supports children and young people with challenging behaviour.

• Class sizes: 4–5 pupils per class, each with a Teaching Assistant
• School roll: Approximately 64 pupils across Year 3 to Year 11
• School day: Pupils attend from 8:50am to 3:10pm, with staff working from 8:30am to 4:30pm
• Teachers are required to plan and deliver lessons tailored to the individual needs of the pupils
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential

Benefits of working as a Science Teacher

• Competitive daily pay rates
• Supportive school environment with small class sizes
• Ongoing supply with the potential for long-term opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching Science across Key Stages 3–4 (KS2 desirable)
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons
• Strong classroom management and behaviour strategies
• Commitment to safeguarding and supporting children with SEMH needs

Role responsibilities

• Planning, preparing, and delivering Science lessons
• Adapting teaching methods to meet individual needs
• Working collaboratively with Teaching Assistants and school staff
• Monitoring and assessing pupil progress
• Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment

About Smart Education

Smart Education is a specialist Education and Early Years agency, recruiting for both permanent and temporary roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND professionals, Nursery Nurses, and Tutors. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.