Science Teacher

Education Experts; Lewes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education agency is seeking a permanent SEMH Science Teacher in Kingston Lewes, East Sussex. The role involves teaching students with social and emotional needs, providing tailored support, and ensuring all pupils' Educational Health Care Plans are met. Applicants should have a relevant teaching qualification and substantial experience in a SEND environment. Typical salary ranges from £35,000 to £45,000, with negotiations available.

Qualifications

• Relevant teaching experience in Science for SEND.
• Experience working with pupils having emotional and cognitive needs.
• All required safer recruitment documents.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist education and support to young people with SEND.
• Develop self-belief and effective learning in pupils.
• Ensure adherence to the Educational Health Care Plan.

Skills

Experience with SEND

Teaching Science

Leadership in education

Education

Relevant UK-based teaching qualification

Job description

Overview

Are you an education expert? We are currently seeking an experienced SEMH (Special Educational Needs and Mental Health) science teacher for a permanent full-time post in Kingston Lewes, East Sussex. Available immediately or October 2025.

About the role

If you have experience teaching Science with SEND (SEMH) across primary or secondary, this permanent role provides specialist education and support to young people with social, emotional, cognitive and sensorial needs. All pupils have an Education Health Care Plan. The site is part of a national trust focused on complex behaviours and needs.

Location and ethos

The site is a mile from Lewes, 7 miles from the south coast and the city of Brighton. The trust works with pupils who have experienced trauma and adverse childhood experiences to develop self-belief and effective learning.

Requirements

• A relevant UK-based teaching (Science) and/or leadership qualification.
• Substantial experience working with pupils with SEND within an education setting.
• All required documents for safer recruitment: valid right to work proof and a valid Enhanced DBS.
• Exceptional references.

Application process

Shortlisted candidates will have a one-to-one interview with a dedicated consultant, followed by a more formal application process with guidance and support.

Proposed terms

Proposed start date: Immediately or October 2025

Salary: Typically £35,000 to £45,000 (negotiable)

Date posted: 18.09.25

Application closing date: 16.10.25

How to apply

If you are a SEND specialist Science teacher local to Kingston Lewes, East Sussex, please contact the Education Experts office with your CV.